Camp Corve
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- Family-friendly site on a hillside wooded glade with an old farmstead
- A 15-minute drive to Brighstone Bay and 20 minutes to Compton Bay
- Communal firepit and easy access to footpaths
Site type
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Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- Group bookings of 12 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
- At least one of the party members must be aged 25 or over.
- Only knives up to a blade length of 3 inches are allowed into the campsite for use in cooking.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Fri, 2 May to
Pitch types & availability
Barn Owl bell tent
4 people maximum Dimensions: 16.4ft width × 16.4ft length
Arrival daysFrom £60
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Buzzard bell tent
4 people maximum 
8.8/10
6 reviews Dimensions: 16.4ft width × 16.4ft length
Arrival daysFrom £60
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Woodpecker bell tent
4 people maximum Dimensions: 16.4ft width × 16.4ft length
Arrival daysFrom £60
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Non-electric grass tent pitch
6 people maximum 9.4/10
56 reviews 
No dogs allowed Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 7.5m width × 4m depth (30m²)
Arrival daysFrom £20
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Electric optional grass and gravel touring pitch
6 people maximum 9.7/10
20 reviews No dogs allowed Ground type: Grass and gravel
Pitch size: Max 20m width × 40m depth (800m²)
Arrival daysFrom £30
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Non-electric grass and gravel touring pitch
6 people maximum No dogs allowed Ground type: Grass and gravel
Pitch size: Max 20m width × 40m depth (800m²)
Arrival daysFrom £30
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Reviews
98% would recommend this site to a friend
96% would stay here again
What customers say
This is a peaceful, rural campsite with a natural feel, offering secluded, spacious pitches amongst trees. Facilities, particularly showers, are praised for being clean and having hot water. The location is ideal for exploring the island and provides a tranquil escape. An on-site skatepark is a popular feature. Some guests noted a lack of bins and a desire for more charging points.
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Cracking site for families.
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Nicely laid out site, excellent showers, hot water for washing up, very helpful hosts, location, there were no dogs when we were there, very pleasant fellow campers so must attract the right people 😊. Use of secure space to store and charge electric bikes. No cars in the camping area made it safe for children and peaceful for all.
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Hosts were very welcoming and accommodating!…
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Hosts were very welcoming and accommodating! Other campers were friendly and our kids even made good friends with some of the other kids! No noise at all, clean and easy showers to use, toilets and hot water! All you could want for a camping site. Will definitely be back. An amazing stay!
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Excellent natural hidden gem of a camp site. Friendly owners and site.
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Camp Corve was a lovely place to camp. Hamish the owner was welcoming and a joy to be around. He showed us around the camp site and where we could pitch. We loved that it wasn’t a vast field, it was in fact a natural environment with little pockets of camping pitches. The fire pit area was a great addition as was the skate park. We booked our children on to one of Hamish’ classes and they loved it so much that we booked on again. Definitely recommend the classes. The eco showers were fab, as were the shower indoors if you prefer less spiders.
We will definitely be back and cannot wait to see what Hamish and his wife add further.
Disliked Nothing to dislike
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Brilliant site with lovely clean facilities and lots of hot water!
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Brilliant facilities. Lovely showers and even a bath! Setting is superb.
Disliked Nothing to dislike!
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Beautiful campsite - stayed in a…
Buzzard bell tent
Liked Beautiful campsite - stayed in a bell tent which was great and facilities were clean and nice. Honestly we are not natural campers but the whole family loved this place.
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Shelter, seclusion, squirrels, skating
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Definitely somewhere we'd stay for longer, if we were on the IoW again, Camp Corve is lovely, well thought out, secluded, and peaceful. Loved the hand-painted signs and map! Great facilities for what is actually quite a small site (it wouldn't be the same if it were lots bigger).
It's about 90mins bike ride from Yarmouth (if that's how you roll!). We weren't carrying enough food for a meal for all of us, so we rode 15 mins to the White Mouse Inn for a meal, which was good.
Erin and Hamish very welcoming and the indoor skate park is real! Our kids loved it.
And yes, I saw a red squirrel scurrying about in front of me while everyone else was asleep.
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Lovely small camp site. We'd come again.
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Landscaping, privacy, feeling of nature, family run, good washing bathroom facilities. Cars left away from the camping. And a skateboarding park for the kids run by the owners.
Disliked Hard to fault this camp, but if I'm being fussy a small shop to buy a pint of milk would have been nice.
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Excellent site, clean facilities, child friendly with or without kids.
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked We LOVED this campsite. Everything has been so well thought out. We had our own little clearing, and although you're aware other people are there, the plants and trees around you make you feel you are out in the wild.
We are not seasoned campers, so it was great to have everything needed on site and close by. Proper toilets and great showers out in the field, washing up facilities and even ready made fire pits. Hamish was really friendly and always around the site if you needed him.
He helped us book our 8 year old in for his first ever skateboard lesson, which he thoroughly enjoyed and was one of the highlights of the stay. There were lots of walks from the campsite and the views were beautiful.
We really enjoyed it our stay here and will definitely be back.
Disliked Couldn't stay longer
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Great campsite & Great showers 🚿…
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Great campsite & Great showers 🚿
Disliked There were a group of youths drinking vodka ,swearing , smoking and making lots of noise untill 1 am when we asked them to be quiet. Avoid Saturday nights if you have a young family.
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This is an idyllic spot. Good…
Buzzard bell tent
Liked This is an idyllic spot. Good washing up and bathroom facilities nearby. Quiet spot to think your own thoughts
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Features
Campfires allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Forest Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearbyType
Farm Small (11-25 pitches)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Camp Corve
Corve Lane
Chale Green
Ventnor
Isle Of Wight
England
PO38 2LA
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.62069°N
1.32626°W
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail
Ferry
AirportPlease note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ventnor | 5.4 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Compton Bay | 6.7 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Shanklin | 6.7 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Good |
| Sandown | 8.1 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Yaverland | 8.9 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Good |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Blackgang Chine 2.2 mi
Ventnor Botanic Gardens 3.4 mi
Isle of Wight Pearl 4.3 mi
Carisbrooke Castle 4.6 mi
Isle of Wight Steam Railway 7.6 mi
National Trust
Brighstone Shop and Museum 3.4 mi
Mottistone Manor Garden 4.6 mi
Newtown Old Town Hall 7.3 mi
Bembridge Windmill 11.1 mi
The Needles Old Battery and New Battery 11.3 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
NORTHCOURT 2.2 mi
Blackgang - Niton - St Catherine's Down - Blackgang 2.4 mi
Niton Waterfall Walk 2.8 mi
The Godshill Valley and Plains 3.5 mi
APPULDURCOMBE 4 mi
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Camp Corve have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Camp Corve dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Camp Corve? With white cliffs and golden sands, the Isle of Wight's coast is likely to snatch your attention. Get the classic golden sand at Brook Bay (15 minutes) and then track down the … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Camp Corve?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 3 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 3 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Camp Corve? From £20 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.