Cat and Fiddle Campsite

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Camping meadow from above
Camping meadow from above
Seasonal produce at the farm shop
Fields of sunflowers to pick
Exterior of the farm shop and café
Mown camping field sheltered by trees
Aerial shot of the site
Drone shot of the camping field and surrounding countryside
The farm shop in autumn
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Seasonal produce at the farm shop
Fields of sunflowers to pick
Exterior of the farm shop and café

  • Simple site 10 minutes’ drive from the New Forest National Park
  • Highcliffe Castle 10 minutes’ drive and Lymington 20 minutes
  • PYO farm with a shop and community café; pubs five minutes’ drive
More woodland experience than a site with a long list of facilities, Cat and Fiddle Campsite is set in a tree-sheltered field on a pick-your-own fruit, vegetable and flower farm with a shop and welcoming café. Just five minutes’ drive from Christchurch, it’s a back-to-basics spot at which you can discover and enjoy all that is special about this leafy corner of Hampshire. Cat and Fiddle is not for you if you’re after late night and lots of organised activities. What you can expect is as follows: waking up to birdsong, local food and community events in the café, woodland walks directly from the pitches and the chance to grill up feasts on your barbecue – you can pick up goodies from the farm shop without having to leave the site. In addition, hiking and cycling routes lace the New Forest National Park (10 minutes’ drive, keep an eye open for wild ponies grazing) and lack of light pollution means nights under the stars when conditions are right. If you’re just not that into alfresco cooking, luckily the café is open for meals in the evening. Thirsty for a pint? Head for the clutch of pubs in the nearby village of Burton (five minutes).

Site type

Tent pitches 50
Opens 22 July
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Swimming in the lake is not allowed.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Wed 22 Jul to

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Features

Portable toilet

Dogs allowed

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 cafe On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis Watersports

Amenities 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 Wifi

Groups welcome

D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Budget/backpacker Forest Gastronomic delight Peaceful Spectacular scenery Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Shop nearby

Type

Medium (26-50 pitches)

Accessibility

Level site, no steep slopes

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

Cat and Fiddle Campsite

Cat & Fiddle Pick Your Own

Lyndhurst Road

Christchurch

Dorset

England

BH23 7DS

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

50.75562°N
1.71938°W

Nearest transport

Coach
1.4 mi Sea Corner
1.4 mi Sea Corner
2.9 mi Post Office
Rail
0.3 mi Hinton Admiral Rail Station
2.7 mi New Milton Rail Station
3.1 mi Christchurch Rail Station
Ferry
2.4 mi Mudeford Quay Ferry Landing
2.6 mi Hengistbury Head Ferry Landing
3.2 mi Christchurch Quay Ferry Landing
Airport
5.2 mi Bournemouth International Airport
20.7 mi Southampton Airport

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.

Local attractions

Local attractions and activities include: - Sammy Miller Motorcycle Museum (vintage bikes): 10 minutes’ drive - Highcliffe Castle (Gothic Revival mansion): 10 minutes - New Forest National Park (walks and bike rides): 10 minutes - Hengistbury Head (headland walks and wildlife): 15 minutes - Golf course: 15 minutes - Keyhaven (ferry to Henry VIII’s Hurst Castle): 20 minutes - 
Lymington (sailing marina and Isle of Wight ferry): 20 minutes - Bournemouth (pier and sandy beaches) 25 minutes - Stour Valley Nature Reserve (birdwatching): 25 minutes.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Christchurch Highcliffe Castle 1.4 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Highcliffe 1.6 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Christchurch Friar`S Cliff 1.7 mi Estuary N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Christchurch Avon Beach 1.9 mi Estuary N/AExcellentExcellentGood
Christchurch Mudeford Sandbank East 2.7 mi Estuary N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Highcliffe Castle 1.3 mi

Adventure Wonderland 5.7 mi

Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum 7.1 mi

The Bournemouth Balloon 7.1 mi

Bournemouth Pier Beach 7.4 mi

National Trust

The Needles Old Battery and New Battery 9 mi

Brownsea Island 11.4 mi

Studland Beach and Nature Reserve 12.7 mi

Newtown Old Town Hall 14.1 mi

Kingston Lacy 14.2 mi

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

AVON TYRRELL 3.2 mi

Hengistbury Head 3.3 mi

Burbush Hill - Dur Hill - Whitten Pond - (New Forest) 4.1 mi

The Naked Man - New Forest 4.7 mi

Throop Mill - Parley Green - Nature Reserve - Berry Hill 5.4 mi

Local events

  • New Forest and Hampshire County Show (Tuesday, 28 July 2026 – Tuesday, 28 July 2026)

    Brockenhurst, Hampshire 8.3 mi

  • Southampton Boat Show (Friday, 18 September 2026 – Friday, 18 September 2026)

    Southampton, Hampshire 16.9 mi

  • Camp Bestival Dorset (Thursday, 30 July 2026 – Thursday, 30 July 2026)

    Wareham, Dorset 22.9 mi

  • Wickham Festival (Thursday, 30 July 2026 – Thursday, 30 July 2026)

    Fareham, Hampshire 25.3 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 Cat and Fiddle Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Cat and Fiddle Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Cat and Fiddle Campsite? Local attractions and activities include: - Sammy Miller Motorcycle Museum (vintage bikes): 10 minutes’ drive - Highcliffe Castle (Gothic Revival mansion): 10 minutes - New Forest National Park (walks and bike rides): … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Cat and Fiddle Campsite?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  12 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  10 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Cat and Fiddle Campsite? From £25 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.