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Aldridge Hill Caravan and Camping Site

9.2 59 reviews

Family-friendly streamside campsite in the New Forest National Park
A mile from the centre of Brockenhurst; Lyndhurst 10 minutes' drive
Pitches by woodland, streams or with views of rolling heathland

Simple pitches and some seriously scenic surroundings… that’s the setup at Aldridge Hill Caravan and Camping Site. The vibe here is very much like wild camping, with guests able to choose from peaceful pitches among ancient woodlands, looking out over heathland or on the banks of meandering forest streams. In keeping with that protected natural environment and the idea of wild camping adventures, this is a real back to basics site that doesn’t have facilities like toilets or showers (so you’ll need to bring your own chemical toilet). Barbecues are allowed, but please note that they'll need to be designed exclusively for cooking (no firepits) and disposable barbecues are not permitted. The surrounding countryside is a patchwork of heathland, woodland and farmland, and it’s well worth exploring – you can make a start by heading out on walking trails directly from the site, and then head further afield to see more of the national park or wander along the Hampshire coast. This is a peaceful and secluded location, and it’s open to the national park so you may well be visited by its free-roaming ponies (you’ll need to keep food sealed and out of the animals’ reach, and keep yourselves at a safe distance too – they may look cuddly, but they're still wild animals and can be unpredictable). Peaceful, yes, but it’s not completely cut off at all – Aldridge Hill is a few minutes' drive/20 minutes' walk from the centre of Brockenhurst, which is home to cafés, restaurants, pubs, a well-served railway station and a bike hire shop.

Campground type

170

Tourist board rating

Languages spoken

English

Nearby campgrounds that are bookable on Pitchup.com

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable campgrounds.

Features

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

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

Peaceful

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Large (51-200 sites)

Accessibility

Disabled facilities

Nearby leisure

Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby

Location

Aldridge Hill Caravan and Camping Site

Brockenhurst

Hampshire

England

SO42 7QD

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)

GPS

50.824°N
-1.5996°W

Route directions

Please be aware that there are width limits on Meerut Road (the turning before the B3055) and also from the A35 into Rhinefield Ornamental Drive on the main Lyndhurst to Bournemouth road.

Nearest transport

Coach

2 km Brockenhurst College

5.7 km Lyndhurst Park Hotel

Rail

2 km Brockenhurst Rail Station

4.4 km Sway Rail Station

7.5 km Beaulieu Road Rail Station

Ferry

8.9 km Lymington Pier Ferry Terminal

14.8 km Yarmouth IOW Ferry Terminal

15 km Mudeford Quay Ferry Landing

Airport

17.2 km Bournemouth International Airport

21.9 km 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

This is a very handy location for access to walks and bike routes – and there’s bike hire close by in Brockenhurst if you need it. There’s much enjoyment to be had just meandering along the paths in the area around the campsite, but you could also set off to popular areas like Blackwater Arboretum (five minutes' drive) or Bolderwood Deer Sanctuary (15 minutes). The New Forest isn’t all about woodland, though – the national park runs right down to the coast, so you may like to include days out in Lymington (15 minutes) for sailing or boat trips, Buckler’s Hard (20 minutes) to see a well-preserved/restored shipbuilding village, or Highcliffe (20 minutes) for the castle and beach. If you’re on a family holiday, top outings nearby might include some silliness on the inflatables at New Forest Water Park (25 minutes) or an encounter with life-sized cartoon characters at Paultons Park Home of Peppa Pig World (25 minutes).

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name	Distance	Type	2020	2019	2018	2017
Christchurch Bay	10.9 km	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Milford-On-Sea	11 km	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Highcliffe	11.9 km	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Christchurch Highcliffe Castle	12.7 km	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Christchurch Friar`S Cliff	13.7 km	Estuary	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Exbury Gardens and Steam Railway 5.6 km

Beaulieu National Motor Museum 10.3 km

Highcliffe Castle 12.4 km

Fort Victoria Country Park 14.1 km

Paultons Family Theme Park 14.2 km

National Trust

The Needles Old Battery and New Battery 18.1 km

Newtown Old Town Hall 18.4 km

Mottistone Manor Garden 23.1 km

Mottisfont 24.3 km

Brighstone Shop and Museum 24.7 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

RHINEFIELD HOUSE 1.9 km

New Forest - Brockenhurst - Ober Heath - Brockenhurst 2.1 km

Setley - Beaulieu Heath - Setley 3.2 km

BROCKENHURST PARK 3.2 km

Rhinefield Ornamental Drive - Blackwater Arboretum 3.4 km

Local events

Isle of Wight Festival (Thursday 19 June 2025 – Thursday 19 June 2025)
Newport, England 25.7 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.

Payment terms

Offers

Conditions apply - see site type section for details

Reviews

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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

Milford on sea looking at the isle of wight

Barbecue time at aldridge hill how can you not like the view watching the sunset each evening

Carpark just before the campsite great views horses cows dog walkers walkers big skies

Tranquil with great views and choice of covered or open green spaces. Will…

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

Anonymous Sept 2023

Unpowered grass site

Liked: Tranquil with great views and choice of covered or open green spaces.
Will definitely be visiting again

Disliked: A bit bumpy with big pot holes on entry and the grey water emptying point could be separate from the chemical toilet point.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent, cheap stay

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	No rating
Wifi	2

Anonymous Aug 2023

Unpowered grass site

Liked: The location is wonderful. Just a 20 minute walk across the field to the lovely village of Brockenhust and there are some lovely dog walks (being careful of the cows, horses and nesting birds).

The site is as described - no washing or toilet facilities or EHU - but that was reflected in the price. There is water and also a chemical waste point. Very friendly staff on arrival and departure. We will use it again.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Loved every second of it.

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	2

Jonathan E. Sept 2023

Unpowered grass site

Liked: Arrived at the campsite and was met at the booking in office. Lovely staff, very helpful and gave us a little booklet with idea's of what to do. Found a spot next to the stream set the caravan up and started to enjoy our stay. The staff members we spoke to where all very lovely and chatty. Love Aldridge Hill been coming here scene I was a little boy myself and want to pass those memories onto to my own son. It's safe for to him play ride his bike and have fun. Lovely walks around the area with a nice walk into the village. Always a pleasure to stay here.

Disliked: None

Recommend to friends Visit again

Access ro forest…

Overall	6/10
Location	8
Value for money	10
Accommodation	6
Facilities / Activities	4
Customer service	6
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	8
Wifi	No rating

Anonymous Aug 2023

Unpowered grass site

Liked: Access ro forest

Disliked: The access road fullnof pot hols and needs repairing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great, will go back

Overall	6/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	6
Facilities / Activities	2
Customer service	6
Child friendliness	2
Cleanliness	6
Wifi	2

Anonymous Aug 2023

Unpowered grass site

Liked: Quiet, clean, back to nature.

Disliked: Disappointed with lack of recycling. Just a bin for glass and one for rubbish. In this day and age, especially as New Forest orides itself on environmental issues, there should be bins for cans, cardboard/paper, food waste, glass and plastics.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent site with level pitches

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

Anonymous Aug 2023

Unpowered grass site

Liked: Brilliant campsite with lovely surroundings.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Site was lovely and tidy and although busy with families it was…

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

Anonymous Aug 2023

Unpowered grass site

Liked: Site was lovely and tidy and although busy with families it was very peaceful

Disliked: Nothing to dislike

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely friendly wardens, great site relaxed welcoming. Lots to do on and…

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

Rachel R. Aug 2023

Unpowered grass site

Liked: Lovely friendly wardens, great site relaxed welcoming. Lots to do on and around the site

Recommend to friends Visit again

The whole experience…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	8
Facilities / Activities	4
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	8
Cleanliness	8
Wifi	No rating

Anonymous Aug 2023

Unpowered grass site

Liked: The whole experience

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great site, will be back

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	8
Facilities / Activities	8
Customer service	No rating
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	2

Nathan P. Aug 2023

Unpowered grass site

Liked: Location is great, plenty of walks great for kids to play all day in the river. Lots or wildlife.

Disliked: Slightly too many people on the site. However, was quite considering.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Frequently asked questions

Does Aldridge Hill Caravan and Camping Site have a swimming pool? No View all features
Is Aldridge Hill Caravan and Camping Site dog friendly? Yes View all features
What attractions are near Aldridge Hill Caravan and Camping Site? This is a very handy location for access to walks and bike routes – and there’s bike hire close by in Brockenhurst if you need it. There’s much enjoyment to be had … Read more
When can I check in and check out of Aldridge Hill Caravan and Camping Site?

Camping and caravan

Arrive: noon – 8 p.m.

Depart by: 11 a.m.

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