How much does it cost to stay at Ashurst Caravan and Camping Site?

From $55.59 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.

Ashurst Caravan and Camping Site

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Family-friendly woodland campsite in New Forest National Park
New Forest Wildlife Park five minutes’ drive; Southampton 15 minutes
Showers, toilet block and launderette; access to marked walking trails

If you're up for a spot of forest bathing – and in the company of free-roaming ponies – Ashurst Caravan and Camping Site, in the New Forest National Park, might be a spot that will suit you rather well. At this family-friendly site, you can choose to set up camp on flat, grassy pitches or delve deeper into the woods to stay in the shade of ancient oak trees. After that, all you need to do is embrace the peaceful vibe – or, if you prefer, get active by heading out for walks along waymarked trails through the woods, perhaps stopping for a rest and a pint of real ale at a traditional pub en route. If the grazing ponies and assorted birdlife on site have whetted your appetite for more animal-flavoured experiences, it's good to know that there's more of that within easy reach – within a 15-minute drive you can spy on otters, wolves and boars (New Forest Wildlife Park), watch deer being fed (Bolderwood Deer Sanctuary), and get up close and personal with farmyard animals and alpacas (Longdown Activity Farm). Whatever you choose to fill your days with, you may well be in need of a change of clothes and a freshen up once you get back to your pitch. That's easily done here, as the site's facilities include showers, a toilet block and launderette. Several gastropubs within a five-minute drive serve home-cooked meals, or you can walk into Ashurst village (five minutes on foot) and stock up on barbecue essentials at the supermarket. Please note, however, that disposable barbecues are not allowed on site.

Campground type

214

Open now

Tourist board rating

Please note

Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
Bookings must not be for more than 21 consecutive nights.
Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the campground/park are unlit.

Please do not feed, pet or approach the animals in and around the campsite; they may look friendly but are unpredictable and can bite and kick. Please keep all food sealed and out of reach of the ponies.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Tue, 1 Apr to Tue, 30 Sept 2025

Site types & availability

Unpowered grass site

6 people maximum

No dogs allowed

Ground type: Grass

Site size: Max 9m width × 9m depth

Calculated area: 81m²

6 people maximum

No dogs allowed

One Roof tent or Caravan or Campervan or Motorhome or Tent or Camper trailer allowed per site

Additional units require additional sites - quick book via 'Make another booking like this' after making your booking.

Site size

Max 9m width × 9m depth

Calculated area: 81m²

Ground type

Grass

Twin-axle vehicles accepted

Suitable for

Roof tent, Caravan, Campervan, Motorhome, Tent, Camper trailer

Features

Car 1 included, 2 max.

Car parking by site/unit

Other restrictions

No dogs allowed

Extras

1st child is free (1 max)		-GBP 3 (-GBP 3) per night
1st two children are free (1 max)		-GBP 3 (-GBP 3) per night
Bring a gazebo (1 max)		GBP 10 (GBP 10) per night
Bring a pup tent Free (1 max)		GBP 0 (GBP 0) per stay
Bring an awning (1 max)		GBP 3 (GBP 3) per night
Extra car (1 max)		GBP 5 (GBP 5) per night
Storage tent (1 max)		GBP 3 (GBP 3) per night
Trailer (1 max)		GBP 3 (GBP 3) per night

You will be able to choose extras on the booking page.

Arrival days

From GBP 26.80 (GBP 26.80) 1 night, 2 adults

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Unpowered gravel caravan site

6 people maximum

No dogs allowed

Ground type: Gravel

Site size: Max 9m width × 9m depth

Calculated area: 81m²

6 people maximum

No dogs allowed

One Roof tent or Caravan or Campervan or Motorhome or Camper trailer allowed per site

Additional units require additional sites - quick book via 'Make another booking like this' after making your booking.

Site size

Max 9m width × 9m depth

Calculated area: 81m²

Ground type

Gravel

Twin-axle vehicles accepted

Suitable for

Roof tent, Caravan, Campervan, Motorhome, Camper trailer, (Tent not allowed)

Features

Car 1 included, 2 max.

Car parking by site/unit

Other restrictions

No dogs allowed

Extras

1st child is free (1 max)		-GBP 3 (-GBP 3) per night
1st two children are free (1 max)		-GBP 3 (-GBP 3) per night
Bring a gazebo (1 max)		GBP 10 (GBP 10) per night
Bring a pup tent Free (1 max)		GBP 0 (GBP 0) per stay
Bring an awning (1 max)		GBP 3 (GBP 3) per night
Extra car (1 max)		GBP 5 (GBP 5) per night
Storage tent (1 max)		GBP 3 (GBP 3) per night
Trailer (1 max)		GBP 3 (GBP 3) per night

You will be able to choose extras on the booking page.

Arrival days

From GBP 29.80 (GBP 29.80) 1 night, 2 adults

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Bell tent

4 people maximum No dogs allowed

4 people maximum

No dogs allowed

Inside the bell tent, you'll find a cosy and well-equipped space, designed to ensure your comfort while enjoying the natural beauty of the New Forest. The bell tent comfortably sleeps up to 2 adults and 2 children, with a double bed and two futon single beds. It’s the ideal setup for families, offering a perfect blend of outdoor adventure and restful comfort.
The interior features flooring and LED lighting. While we supply most of the essentials to make your stay as comfortable as possible, there are a few things you’ll need to bring with you. You’ll need to bring all bedding, including sheets, blankets, and pillows. Additionally, make sure to bring your cooking equipment, such as a burner, kettle, pans, and utensils, so you can prepare your meals.
With everything you need for a relaxing and memorable stay, the Ashurst bell tent allows you to enjoy the beauty of the New Forest while having all the conveniences you need for a perfect glamping experience.

Each bell tent has a cool box, stocked with fresh ice blocks upon your arrival, which you can easily swap at reception to keep your food and drinks chilled. The tent is also equipped with cutlery and crockery for up to four people, so you can dine in comfort. Outside, you’ll have an exclusive seating area with a picnic bench, perfect for enjoying meals or simply taking in the views of the surrounding woodland. A coal BBQ and utensils are also provided, making it easy to prepare a tasty outdoor meal.

Lyndhurst is just a short drive away, offering a range of local shops, restaurants, and cafes. Alternatively, you can take a short walk to the ‘Happy Cheese,’ a nearby pub serving delicious food.

Bring all camping equipment minus the tent (linen, sleeping bags, pillows, cooking equipment, etc.)

1 room

Open space 1 x Double bed, 2 x Single sofa/futon

No toilets in the unit: shared facilities available.

No showers in the unit: shared facilities available.

Features

Car 1 included, 2 max.
Cool box 1 included, 1 max.

Barbecue
Car parking by site/unit
Picnic table

Other restrictions

No dogs allowed
Bed linen not provided

Extras

Extra car (1 max)

GBP 5 (GBP 5) per night
Trailer (1 max)

GBP 3 (GBP 3) per night

You will be able to choose extras on the booking page.

Arrival days

From GBP 300 (GBP 300) 3 nights, 2 adults

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95% would stay here again

When two worlds come together by nature.

Just by the pub and easy access to transport

Reviews page 1 of 25

Arrival date (latest first)

Best camp site I've stayed at!!!

Overall 10/10
Location		10
Value for money		10
Accommodation		10
Facilities / Activities		10
Customer service		10
Child friendliness		10
Cleanliness		10
Wifi	No rating

July 2025 Rachel R.

Unpowered grass site

Liked Pitches in forest- felt like wild camping. Being amongst the ponies was amazing. Pub next door with great food. Super clean and powerful showers. All well looked after and lots of staff. Nice and quiet even though it was a busy weekend.

Disliked Nothing- it was amazing.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent weekend stay with ample space and great staff.

Overall 10/10
Location		9
Value for money		10
Accommodation		9
Facilities / Activities		8
Customer service		10
Child friendliness		10
Cleanliness		10
Wifi		9

July 2025 Sam R.

Unpowered grass site

Liked Pitch layouts meant privacy was maintained. We stayed during temperatures of 25/26° so it was great to have so my trees to pitch up under. The staff were very professional and friendly. Loved having the wild ponies on site.

Disliked Only the fact that there is no designated phone charging area. My phone died half way through so would have been nice to have somewhere to top up.

Recommend to friends Visit again

will just check the ground before we start setting up

Overall 10/10
Location		10
Value for money		10
Accommodation		8
Facilities / Activities		9
Customer service		10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness		10
Wifi		10

June 2025 Anonymous

Unpowered grass site

Liked Really conventional to pub and train station, site was busy but not like middle of summer, I can imagine it gets packed

Disliked Ground where we pitched awning was obviously previously had staying as really hard to put in tent pegs, others just with tents struggled too.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Just got home and im already planning when I can come back. 10/10

Overall 10/10
Location		10
Value for money		10
Accommodation		10
Facilities / Activities		10
Customer service		10
Child friendliness		10
Cleanliness		10
Wifi		10

June 2025 Heather B.

Unpowered grass site

Liked Amazing site with brilliant facilities and great local amenities. Beautiful park that really gives you the feel of wild camping with the creature comforts of clean showers and toilets ect. Staff were super friendly and extremely knowledgeable of the area and site rules. The site was kept clean and tidy and had an amazing atmosphere throughout.

Disliked No faults 10/10 can't wait to come back

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great site. Avoid pitching up by the railway line.

Overall 8/10
Location		8
Value for money		10
Accommodation		8
Facilities / Activities		10
Customer service		10
Child friendliness		10
Cleanliness		10
Wifi		1

June 2025 James B.

Unpowered grass site

Liked Love yhe site, great location for getting to the coast or going for walks in the new forest. Friendly emplyees and toilets / shower blocks always clean.

Disliked Unfortunatly we had pitched up right next to the railway line without knowing. (Ok but not great if you have young kids).

Showers are scalding hot.

Not the sites issue, however the nearest pub is a bit of a shambles. Been twice and both time wasnt impressed

Recommend to friends Visit again

A really nice place to stay

Overall 9/10
Location		9
Value for money		9
Accommodation		9
Facilities / Activities		9
Customer service		10
Child friendliness		9
Cleanliness		9
Wifi		7

June 2025 Anonymous

Unpowered gravel caravan site

Liked The open space of the campsite. The friendliest of the staff. Facilities where clean.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Beautiful place to stay. Staff friendly. Lovely pub next door. Toilets clean…

Overall 10/10
Location		10
Value for money		10
Accommodation		10
Facilities / Activities		10
Customer service		10
Child friendliness		10
Cleanliness		10
Wifi		10

June 2025 Kayleigh A.

Unpowered grass site

Liked Beautiful place to stay. Staff friendly. Lovely pub next door. Toilets clean and tidy. Loved waking up to the ponies outside in the morning

Recommend to friends Visit again

great and relaxing place

Overall 10/10
Location		10
Value for money		10
Accommodation		10
Facilities / Activities		10
Customer service		10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness		10
Wifi	No rating

June 2025 Dieter H.

Unpowered grass site

Liked exceptionally clean facilities, great location, friendly staff, good choice of pitches

Disliked none

Recommend to friends Visit again

Highly recommended as a base

Overall 9/10
Location		9
Value for money		7
Accommodation		9
Facilities / Activities		9
Customer service		10
Child friendliness		7
Cleanliness		7
Wifi		1

June 2025 Anonymous

Unpowered grass site

Liked Open site with clean facilities. Great links to New Forest trails.

Disliked Some noise from 'party pitches'. And adjacent train track.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Beautiful site - toilet/wash block very clean and well kept as was…

Overall 10/10
Location		10
Value for money		10
Accommodation		10
Facilities / Activities		8
Customer service		10
Child friendliness		10
Cleanliness		10
Wifi		8

June 2025 Kerrie S.

Unpowered grass site

Liked Beautiful site - toilet/wash block very clean and well kept as was the site - really loved seeing the ponies just wandering around too, very helpful and welcoming staff

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

No dogs 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 Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry 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 No dogs allowed

Themes

Bush Peaceful Walkers' paradise

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby

Type

Very large (over 200 sites)

Accessibility

Bathrooms: Large spacious shower Bathrooms: Large spacious toilet Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible shower Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible toilet Uneven terrain; gravel or loose mud

Nearby leisure

Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Restaurant nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Seasonal sites

Location

Ashurst Caravan and Camping Site

Lyndhurst Road

Ashurst

Hampshire

England

SO40 7AR

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)

GPS

50.88845°N
1.52898°W

Nearest transport

Coach

3.5 km Lyndhurst Park Hotel

7.9 km Brockenhurst College

Rail

0.2 km Ashurst New Forest Rail Station

4.1 km Beaulieu Road Rail Station

4.6 km Totton Rail Station

Ferry

8.7 km Southampton Vehicle Ferry Terminal

8.7 km Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminal

9.3 km Hythe (Hants) Ferry Terminal

Airport

13.7 km Southampton Airport

24.6 km Bournemouth International 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

There’s a lot of enjoyment to be found in simply wandering through the woods around here, but if you want a specific place to head for, perhaps try Blackwater Arboretum (10 minutes’ drive), which has a collection of trees from around the world, or Bolderwood Deer Sanctuary (15 minutes), where you’ll be guaranteed to spot the native animals at feeding time. As well as all the wildlife attractions around here, there’s also one where the animals are rather larger than life… younger kids will no doubt love the chance to meet their cartoon favourites in person at Paultons Park Home of Peppa Pig World (15 minutes), plus the chance to go on various gentle rides. For older children, the gleaming attractions of the National Motor Museum, Beaulieu (15 minutes) may be more suitable. This location on the eastern side of the national park also gives easy access to Southampton (15 minutes) for the SeaCity Museum and Solent Sky aircraft exhibition or boarding ferries for a trip to the Isle of Wight.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name	Distance	Type	2020	2019	2018	2017
Lepe	16.9 km	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Calshot	17.2 km	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Milford-On-Sea	19.1 km	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Christchurch Bay	19.5 km	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Gurnard	20.2 km	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Exbury Gardens and Steam Railway 3.7 km

Paultons Family Theme Park 6.7 km

Southampton Maritime Museum 8.7 km

Beaulieu National Motor Museum 9 km

Mottisfont Abbey Garden, House and Estate 16.9 km

National Trust

Mottisfont 16.8 km

Newtown Old Town Hall 21.3 km

Winchester City Mill 24.6 km

The Needles Old Battery and New Battery 25.4 km

Mompesson House 27.4 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Ashurst Station (New Forest) - Bridge-Camp - Ashurst Station 0.5 km

Longdown Inclosure - New Forest 2.1 km

Lyndhurst - Brockenhurst Circuit 3.2 km

Lyndhurst - New Forest 4.6 km

THE NEW FOREST 5.8 km

Local events

CarFest (Friday 22 August 2025 – Friday 22 August 2025)
Basingstoke, England 41.3 km

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.

Policies

Booking terms and conditions

Admission

Admission is only permitted after registering at reception.
At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.

Safety

Barbecues are permitted but must be raised off the ground and attended by an adult at all times.

Changes to your holiday

Bookings cannot be amended within 7 day(s) of arrival.

General

Bookings must not be for more than 21 consecutive nights.
Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.

Safety

Firearms are not permitted.
Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the campground/park are unlit.

General

In the event of a complaint, please speak to reception immediately. Complaints which are not brought to the management's attention during your stay cannot be dealt with once you have left the site.

Arrivals and departures

Late arrivals must notify the park as soon as possible. Your booking will be held for 24 hours. After this period the management reserves the right to relet your unit.

Extras

Motorbike(s) can be brought instead of the car(s) included.

Arrivals and departures

No refunds/discounts for inclement weather, late arrivals or early departures.

Vehicles

No vehicle movement between 10 p.m. and 7:30 a.m..

Safety

Open fires are prohibited.
Please do not touch or feed the animals.

General

Quiet hours must be respected between 10 p.m. and 7:30 a.m..
The campground/park is not liable for any refund in the event of force majeure.
The management reserves the right to deny access or terminate the stay of those guests whose behaviour is deemed unsuitable. No refunds will be offered.

Admission

Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.

Arrivals and departures

Units will be allocated on arrival.

Visitors

Visitors must leave the premises by 10 p.m..
Visitors must register at reception and pay their fee.

Pitches

You must follow the management directives when pitching your tent/unit and related equipment.

Additional terms

In support of the New Forest Action Plan, we are asking campers not to bring disposable barbecues for their stay. We are also reminding campers that outside of our sites, no barbecues of any kind are now allowed anywhere in the New Forest.

If sleeping in cars, vans, or other converted vehicles, there must be sufficient ventilation (constant airflow to avoid suffocation and drop vents for gas) and internal sleeping accommodation. An open window without rain protection and dashboard air vents are not adequate ventilation. The sleeping compartment must have windows or no bulkhead for emergency access. Windows must have curtains or blinds for privacy.

Payment terms

Offers

Conditions apply - see site type section for details

Nearest campgrounds

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable campgrounds.

Frequently asked questions

Does Ashurst Caravan and Camping Site have a swimming pool? No View all features
Is Ashurst Caravan and Camping Site dog friendly? No View all features
What attractions are near Ashurst Caravan and Camping Site? There’s a lot of enjoyment to be found in simply wandering through the woods around here, but if you want a specific place to head for, perhaps try Blackwater Arboretum (10 minutes’ … Read more

When can I check in and check out of Ashurst Caravan and Camping Site?

Camping and caravan
Arrive:	1 p.m. –	8 p.m.
Depart by:	11 a.m.
On-site accommodation
Arrive:	3 p.m. –	8 p.m.
Depart by:	11 a.m.

How much does it cost to stay at Ashurst Caravan and Camping Site? From $55.59 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.

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Site types & availability

Best camp site I've stayed at!!!

Overall 10/10

Excellent weekend stay with ample space and great staff.

Overall 10/10

will just check the ground before we start setting up

Overall 10/10

Just got home and im already planning when I can come back. 10/10

Overall 10/10

Great site. Avoid pitching up by the railway line.

Overall 8/10

A really nice place to stay

Overall 9/10

Beautiful place to stay. Staff friendly. Lovely pub next door. Toilets clean…

Overall 10/10

great and relaxing place

Overall 10/10

Highly recommended as a base

Overall 9/10

Beautiful site - toilet/wash block very clean and well kept as was…

Overall 10/10

Leisure on site

Amenities on site

Groups welcome

Rules

Themes

Utilities

Nearby amenities

Type

Accessibility

Nearby leisure

Touring and motorhomes

Timezone

GPS

Nearest transport

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Must see

National Trust

Cycle routes

Other

Local events

Nearest campgrounds

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