Setthorns Campsite

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Back to nature feel of setthorns campsite

Back to nature nestled in the trees setthorns

Hampshire family campsite near Sway in the New Forest National Park
Half an hour to Peppa Pig World; 20 minutes to National Motor Museum
Simple woodland pitches with access to marked walking trails

Sitting amid tall trees and dense greenery, Setthorns Campsite is pretty much completely hidden in the New Forest National Park. This Hampshire site isn't far from New Milton, but the pitches are so well concealed that it’s hard to know where the site ends and the forest begins. Winding paths and trails loop through the woodland, branching off in all directions to spacious pitches. And with trees all around, it’s easy to take off on foot or by bike for your next adventure along way-marked woodland routes, or follow the disused railway line just minutes from the site. Pitching a tent at Setthorns also puts you in pole position to spot all the New Forest wildlife, including free-roaming ponies and deer, rare wild birds and small mammals like rabbits and hares, as they go about their daily lives in the forest’s heathland and woodland. Sway (five minutes’ drive) is the nearest village, with a couple of pubs as well as a small supermarket for stocking up on basics. Pretty-as-a-picture Brockenhurst (10 minutes) and medieval Lyndhurst (15 minutes) both have a plentiful selection of shops, restaurants and pubs. And quiet and peaceful it may be, this site is also close to popular family attractions such as Peppa Pig World and the National Motor Museum, Beaulieu. It's very much worth noting that there are no shower or toilet facilities at this site, therefore your own chemical toilet facilities are essential.

Site type

133

Open all year

Tourist board rating

Please note

This park has no on-site toilet facilities.
This park has no on-site shower facilities.
This park has no on-site toilet and shower facilities.

Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
The park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
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.

Customers must have their own chemical toilet and toilet tent (one per pitch) if not contained within a touring or tent unit already. Customers without facilities will not be allowed entry.

Languages spoken

English

This site is a member of Camping in the New Forest group.

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Pitch types & availability

Primitive cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite

6 people maximum

Ground type: Cement/asphalt

Pitch size: Max 8m width × 5m depth (40m²)

6 people maximum

One Roof tent or Travel trailer or Class B motorhome or Motorhome allowed per pitch

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

Pitch size

Max 8m width × 5m depth (40m²)

Ground type

Cement/asphalt

Suitable for

Roof tent, Travel trailer, Class B motorhome, Motorhome, (Tent not allowed), (Trailer tent not allowed)

Twin-axle vehicles accepted

Features

Bring a gazebo 0 included, 1 max.

Bring an awning 0 included, 1 max.

Bring a shelter tent 0 included, 1 max.

Car 1 included, 2 max.

Dog(s) allowed 2 included, 2 max.

Car parking by site/unit

Extras

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

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

Arrival days

From £16 (£16) 1 night, 2 adults

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Powered cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite

6 people maximum

Ground type: Cement/asphalt

Pitch size: Max 8m width × 5m depth (40m²)

6 people maximum

One Roof tent or Travel trailer or Class B motorhome or Motorhome allowed per pitch

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

Pitch size

Max 8m width × 5m depth (40m²)

Ground type

Cement/asphalt

Suitable for

Roof tent, Travel trailer, Class B motorhome, Motorhome, (Tent not allowed), (Trailer tent not allowed)

Twin-axle vehicles accepted

Features

Electric: 16 amp included

Bring a gazebo 0 included, 1 max.

Bring an awning 0 included, 1 max.

Bring a shelter tent 0 included, 1 max.

Car 1 included, 2 max.

Dog(s) allowed 2 included, 2 max.

Car parking by site/unit

Extras

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

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

Arrival days

From £25.25 (£25.25) 1 night, 2 adults

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Select powered cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite

6 people maximum

Ground type: Cement/asphalt

Pitch size: Max 9m width × 5m depth (45m²)

6 people maximum

These are prime location sites with bigger pitches and more water points accessible.

One Roof tent or Travel trailer or Class B motorhome or Motorhome allowed per pitch

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

Pitch size

Max 9m width × 5m depth (45m²)

Ground type

Cement/asphalt

Suitable for

Roof tent, Travel trailer, Class B motorhome, Motorhome, (Tent not allowed), (Trailer tent not allowed)

Twin-axle vehicles accepted

Features

Electric: 16 amp included

Bring a gazebo 0 included, 1 max.

Bring an awning 0 included, 1 max.

Bring a shelter tent 0 included, 1 max.

Car 1 included, 2 max.

Dog(s) allowed 3 included, 3 max.

Car parking by site/unit

Picnic table

Extras

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

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

Arrival days

From £28.40 (£28.40) 1 night, 2 adults

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Reviews

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Location		10
Value for money		9
Accommodation		9
Facilities / Activities		7
Customer service		9
Child friendliness		9
Cleanliness		9
Wifi		4

91% would stay here again

What customers say

This wooded campsite provides a tranquil, natural New Forest getaway with generous, private spots. Reviewers loved the welcoming staff, gorgeous setting, and fantastic nearby trails. Wildlife, like ponies and deer, was a hit. Despite limited facilities and occasional mud, it's a great spot for a relaxing, nature-focused escape many want to repeat.

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Arrival date (latest first)

Booked two nights - only stayed for one! Won't be going back.

Overall 5 out of 10
Location		9
Value for money		8
Facilities / Activities		1
Customer service		5
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness		5
Wifi	No rating

Jul 2026 Paul T. 1 review

Primitive cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite

Liked Quiet

Disliked Very few direction signs within the site. Easy to lose direction.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Helpful staff, beautiful setting…

Overall 10 out of 10
Location		10
Value for money		10
Facilities / Activities		8
Customer service		10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness		10
Wifi		5

Jul 2026 Leanne K. 1 review

Select powered cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite

Liked Helpful staff, beautiful setting

Recommend to friends Visit again

Large pitch, nice and quiet and…

Overall 10 out of 10
Location		9
Value for money		8
Facilities / Activities	No rating
Customer service		7
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	No rating
Wifi		4

Jul 2026 David G. 1 review

Select powered cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite

Liked Large pitch, nice and quiet and lots of service points throughout the site

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely campsite, very quiet. Perfect base…

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

Jul 2026 Jen M. 1 review

Select powered cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite

Liked Lovely campsite, very quiet. Perfect base for visiting the New Forest.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Peace and quiet…

Overall 10 out of 10
Location		10
Value for money		10
Facilities / Activities		7
Customer service		10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness		8
Wifi		8

Jul 2026 Anthony D. 1 review

Select powered cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite

Liked Peace and quiet

Recommend to friends Visit again

Area , surrounded by trees …

Overall 7 out of 10
Location		10
Value for money		5
Facilities / Activities		5
Customer service		10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness		1
Wifi		1

Jul 2026 John J. 1 review

Select powered cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite

Liked Area , surrounded by trees excellent walks with elderly dogs.

Disliked Having to find your own pitch would prefer allocated..
A shower block would be appreciated.... The site was pretty much full so at several thousand pounds a week I'm sure it could be possible...

Recommend to friends Visit again

Absolutely loved this site nice and…

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

Jul 2026 andy s. 4 reviews

Powered cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite

Liked Absolutely loved this site nice and quiet and very friendly

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Please visit you will not regret it

Overall 10 out of 10
Location		10
Value for money		10
Facilities / Activities		10
Customer service		10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness		10
Wifi		7

Jul 2026 james F. 1 review

Powered cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite

Liked Very good staff ,helpful and informative
Decent sized pitches
Beautiful setting
Amazing wildlife
Peace and quiet

Disliked Can't fault the place

Recommend to friends Visit again

Very quiet. Good facilities…

Overall 9 out of 10
Location		8
Value for money		8
Facilities / Activities		7
Customer service		8
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness		9
Wifi	No rating

Jul 2026 Anonymous

Primitive cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite

Liked Very quiet. Good facilities

Disliked No view but lovely embedded in the forest

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great location, plenty of space…

Overall 10 out of 10
Location		10
Value for money		10
Facilities / Activities	No rating
Customer service		10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	No rating
Wifi		5

Jul 2026 Patrick B. 1 review

Select powered cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite

Liked Great location, plenty of space

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

Dogs allowed

Leisure on park

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis Watersports

Amenities on park

Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

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

Themes

Hikers’ paradise Peaceful

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Large (51-200 sites)

Accessibility

Uneven terrain; gravel or loose mud

Nearby leisure

Cycle hire nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horseback riding nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Caravan storage facilities Seasonal sites

Location

Setthorns Campsite

Wootton

New Milton

Hampshire

England

BH25 5WA

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

50.8016°N
1.6282°W

Route directions

Please note: some sat nav systems lead to New Milton if the site postcode is used. Programme sat navs for Sway instead.

Nearest transport

Coach

4.6 km Brockenhurst College

5.8 km Post Office

Rail

2.3 km Sway Rail Station

4.2 km Brockenhurst Rail Station

5.5 km New Milton Rail Station

Ferry

8.6 km Lymington Pier Ferry Terminal

11.8 km Mudeford Quay Ferry Landing

12.1 km Hengistbury Head Ferry Landing

Airport

14.6 km Bournemouth International Airport

25.1 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

You’ll never run short of ideas when staying in the New Forest. Go horse riding, cycling (you can hire bikes locally too) or hiking in the woodland; try your hand at archery, bushcraft and combat games at New Forest Activities (20 minutes); or go wild on the waterslides at Romsey Rapids Sports Complex (half an hour, a good rainy day idea too). For more cultural pursuits, have a nose around the Georgian docks and cottages at Buckler's Hard (25 minutes) on the Beaulieu River, or step back in time to the days of Henry VIII and take a ferry from Keyhaven to Hurst Castle (both 20 minutes) overlooking The Solent. A must for petrolheads, the Sammy Miller Motorcycle Museum (10 minutes) has a vast collection of racing bikes, or you could take a tour of the vintage cars at the National Motor Museum, Beaulieu (20 minutes). However, if kids are part of your holiday package, they’ll doubtless be clamouring to get to the myriad rides and attractions at Paultons Park, Home of Peppa Pig World (half an hour).

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name	Distance	Type	2020	2019	2018	2017
Christchurch Bay	7.9 km	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Milford-On-Sea	8.6 km	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Highcliffe	8.7 km	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Christchurch Highcliffe Castle	9.5 km	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Christchurch Friar`S Cliff	10.5 km	Estuary	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Exbury Gardens and Steam Railway 8.7 km

Highcliffe Castle 9.2 km

Beaulieu National Motor Museum 12.5 km

Fort Victoria Country Park 12.9 km

Needles Park - Heritage Attractions Ltd 15.5 km

National Trust

The Needles Old Battery and New Battery 15.9 km

Newtown Old Town Hall 18.5 km

Mottistone Manor Garden 22.4 km

Brighstone Shop and Museum 24 km

Brownsea Island 26.4 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

The Naked Man - New Forest 0.9 km

RHINEFIELD HOUSE 3.4 km

Setley - Beaulieu Heath - Setley 3.9 km

New Forest - Brockenhurst - Ober Heath - Brockenhurst 4.9 km

BROCKENHURST PARK 5.1 km

Local events

New Forest and Hampshire County Show (Tuesday, July 28, 2026 – Tuesday, July 28, 2026)
Brockenhurst, England 5.3 km
Southampton Boat Show (Friday, September 18, 2026 – Friday, September 18, 2026)
Southampton, England 18.9 km
Wickham Festival (Thursday, July 30, 2026 – Thursday, July 30, 2026)
Fareham, England 32.9 km
Camp Bestival Dorset (Thursday, July 30, 2026 – Thursday, July 30, 2026)
Wareham, England 44.7 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.

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.

Dogs

Dogs must be kept on leashes and supervised at all times.

Safety

Firearms are not permitted.
Guests are advised to bring a good quality flashlight with them as parts of the 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.

Sites

Minimum spacing of 6 metres between pitches.

Extras

Motorcycle(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..
Only one car is to be parked at the site. Extra vehicles must be parked in the designated area.

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..

Vehicles

The charging of electric vehicles is not permitted on site.

General

The management reserves the right to deny access or terminate the stay of those guests whose behavior is deemed unsuitable. No refunds will be offered.

Dogs

The park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).

General

The park is not liable for any refund in the event of force majeure.
This park has no on-site shower facilities.
This park has no on-site toilet and shower facilities.
This park has no on-site toilet facilities.

Admission

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

Visitors

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

Sites

You must follow management instructions when setting up your tent/rig and related equipment.

Additional terms

Customers must have their own chemical toilet and toilet tent (one per pitch) if not contained within a touring or tent unit already. Customers without facilities will not be allowed entry.

No sleeping in cars, vans or any other unconverted vehicle. When staying overnight in converted vehicles, the following criteria must be met: have a fixed/purpose built bed with mattress, living space, uninterrupted, all-weather ventilation (opening windows or doors does not qualify); include drop-out vents if a gas system is installed;
emergency exit/entry from the living compartment through front, side or rear windows; have adequate privacy.
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Payment terms

Frequently asked questions

Does Setthorns Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
Is Setthorns Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
What attractions are near Setthorns Campsite? You’ll never run short of ideas when staying in the New Forest. Go horse riding, cycling (you can hire bikes locally too) or hiking in the woodland; try your hand at archery, … Read more
When can I check in and check out of Setthorns Campsite?

RV, travel trailer and tent sites

Arrive: 1 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Depart by: 11 a.m.

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How much does it cost to stay at Setthorns Campsite? From $30.18 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.

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What customers say

Booked two nights - only stayed for one! Won't be going back.

Overall

Helpful staff, beautiful setting…

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Large pitch, nice and quiet and…

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Lovely campsite, very quiet. Perfect base…

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Peace and quiet…

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Area , surrounded by trees …

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Absolutely loved this site nice and…

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Please visit you will not regret it

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Very quiet. Good facilities…

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Great location, plenty of space…

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Leisure on park

Amenities on park

Groups welcome

Rules

Themes

Utilities

Nearby amenities

Type

Accessibility

Nearby leisure

Touring and motorhomes

Timezone

GPS

Route directions

Nearest transport

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Must see

National Trust

Cycle routes

Other

Local events

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