Forest campgrounds in South East England

New Forest Activities

• Secluded grass pitches on a farm in the New Forest National Park
• A five-minute drive to the National Motor Museum and Buckler’s Hard
• Sports on site; walks, biking, shops and pubs within walking distance

Orchard Camping

• Pop-up campsite in a Kent orchard five minutes’ drive from Higham
• Rochester, Historic Dockyard Chatham and Diggerland 15 minutes’ drive
• Quiet off-grid pitches shaded by trees; pubs within 15 minutes’ drive

Beauport Park Holiday Park

Pop-up in the Woods

• Off-grid meadows and woodland camping near the East Sussex coast
• Camber Sands, Rye, Hastings and Battle all within 35 minutes’ drive
• Woods with stream, swings, dens, habitat hunt and natural play area

Ridlington Farm

• Rural retreat near Petworth with spectacular views of the South Downs
• Luxury bell tents in woodland with firepits and private hot tub
• Fairy wishing tree, fancy dress, story corner and communal firepit

Selden Farm Campsite

• Stunningly scenic site in South Downs National Park
• Worthing, Arundel Castle and sandy beaches within 15 minutes
• Back-to-basics paradise for ramblers, hikers and bikers

Michelmersh Manor Farm

• Shepherd’s hut on a family-run farm 10 minutes’ drive from Romsey
• New Forest National Park 15 minutes’ drive; Winchester half an hour
• Lambing and calf feeding; woodland walks; fishing in the River Test

The Swipes Camping

• Wild and pet-friendly site in the South Downs with meadow views
• On the South Downs Way and less than 10 minutes’ drive to Storrington
• Barbecues and campfires permitted; deli meals organised for delivery

Oakdene Forest Park

Sandy Meadow Farm

• Peaceful working farm in the South Downs National Park
• Within 10 minutes’ drive of woodlands, stately homes and vineyards
• Haven for stargazers: in a Dark Sky Reserve

St Ives Farm

YMCA Fairthorne Manor Family Park and Campsite

Eastfield Wild Camping

• Large, wild and natural woodland campsite close to London

Goar Knap

• Pop-up camping with spectacular views over Hampshire countryside
• Stockbridge restaurants and pubs, golf and riding five minutes’ drive
• Back-to-basics woodland pitches with abundant wildlife; dark skies sit

Fancy Camping

• Comfortably furnished bell tents in the northern New Forest
• Lyndhurst 10 minutes' drive; 25 minutes to Salisbury
• Set in the grounds of a popular pub and restaurant

Lockhurst Hatch Farm

• Site in the Surrey Hills with spectacular views set over 30 acres
• In its own valley just over seven miles from the town of Guildford
• Direct access to a footpath leading into the forest and a bridleway

Clapham Farm

• Dog-friendly farm site just off the South Downs Way and Vanguard Way
• Walking distance from Cuckmere Valley; 15 minutes’ drive to the coast
• A 10-minute walk away from Litlington’s brewery, pub and tearoom

The Merry Camper

• A peaceful pop-up campsite with pub access, scenic walks, and direct links to London – all set in the heart of rural Essex.

Ashdown Forest Campsite - 100 Acre Wood

• Dog-friendly site surrounded by the Sussex countryside
• A five-minute drive from Ashdown Forest and Weir Wood Reservoir
• Access to a private woodland with ancient trees and a walking track