Marwell Resort
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- Lakeside site on the edge of the South Downs National Park
- A 15-minute drive from central Winchester; 1.5 miles from Marwell Zoo
- Fishing, archery, quad biking and other adventure sports
Site type
- 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).
- No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Facilities/activities including fishing, archery, axe throwing, air rifles, junior quad biking, clay pigeon shooting, and adventure golf are subject to extra charges payable on arrival.
- The restaurant is open between 02/01 and 31/12.
- Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
- Reception is unmanned after 6 p.m.. Please inform the park while on your way there should you expect to arrive after this time, so that the team can provide information about your unit/pitch.
- The bar is open between 02/01 and 31/12.
- Swimming in the lake is not allowed.
- The restaurant opening times vary, depending on guest occupancy numbers at the time of stay. There are minimum and/or maximum age limits for some activities. Not all activities are available daily and some are unavailable from 01 September to 31 March. Fishing bookings must be made in advance. Guest wifi is available in the bar and grill area but may be slow. Phone service may also be limited, depending on your provider. The shower blocks do not have heating.
Languages spoken
Dutch
English
French
German
Spanish
Pitch types & availability
Powered gravel travel trailer campsite
8 people maximum
Ground type: Gravel
Pitch size: Max 10m width × 8m depth (80m²)
Arrival daysFrom £27.50 (£27.50)
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Primitive grass campsite
8 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 8m width × 10m depth (80m²)
Arrival daysFrom £45 (£45)
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Powered grass campsite
8 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 8m width × 10m depth (80m²)
Arrival daysFrom £50 (£50)
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Reviews
86% would recommend this site to a friend
84% would stay here again
What customers say
This family-friendly resort offers spacious sites, plenty of activities, and clean facilities, including a popular soft play area & restaurant. Staff are consistently praised as friendly and helpful. While many enjoyed the amenities & atmosphere, some felt certain facilities, especially shower blocks, needed updates and more frequent cleaning. Some guests also found activities pricey, and occasional noise from other campers was mentioned. Despite minor drawbacks, many visitors want to return.
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Great stay. Thank you
Powered gravel travel trailer campsite
Liked Very enjoyable stay. Great facilities.
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Would definitely visit again
Powered gravel travel trailer campsite
Liked Large flat pitch. Great communication from the team as we were later arriving that originally stayed. Great price too.
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Ok site but bit expensive with what is available.
Powered gravel travel trailer campsite
Liked Peacefulness
Firm ground
Ease of access
Disliked No water tap on pitch
No waste water area on pitch or advise on where to empty on pitch
Communication or information on site(was new year)
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Regular visitors to this site.. friendly, convenient & great access.
Powered gravel travel trailer campsite
Liked Flat pitches, superb services, friendly site.
Disliked Shower pressure poor, basin pressure extreme!
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It is a great place to…
Powered gravel travel trailer campsite
Liked It is a great place to go with kids. Good and clean facilities. We will be coming back in the warm months.
Disliked Nothing
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ok overall. But needs an update. Great location.
Powered gravel travel trailer campsite
Liked Pitch size and location are great. So close to marwell zoo. Great pub/restaurant down the road 5 mins drive and only 10 mins into Winchester. Nice quiet site (out of season). Lots to do in local area. Plenty for the kids to do even in winter.
Disliked The freezing cold dated shower block. It does say they’re not heated but I don’t know why they havnt invested some money in the shower blocks following feedback. A mop and bucket and a hair dryer and a plug in heater would even be helpful. I can take the mud, it’s a campsite but it needs an update. Lucky to have a shower I can use in my van. I would stay again but in the knowledge of using my own facilities.
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Will be visiting again
Powered gravel travel trailer campsite
Liked Everything. Good pitch sizes and close to all shops etc
Disliked Nothing
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Really enjoyed our stay very peaceful…
Powered gravel travel trailer campsite
Liked Really enjoyed our stay very peaceful lovely dog walk , and great having the restaurant food was fab , definitely going again .
Disliked Needs heating in the shower block
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It was nice and quiet, but…
Powered gravel travel trailer campsite
Liked It was nice and quiet, but it was late in the year, all the facilities were still available- the receptionist was very friendly.
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Excellent site, fantastic amenities for children and a restaurant.
Powered gravel travel trailer campsite
Liked Very peaceful location. I would imagine the spring and the summer period would be a great escape for children with the various activities on offer. I hope to bring my grandson in the summer to enjoy the activities.
Disliked The chemical toilet waste point is not brilliant. The water level was just below the manhole cover which is not ideal to avoid splashing. To be fair this could be down to the amount of rainfall.
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Features
Dogs allowed
Campfires 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 Soft play area TV room Takeout Tennis WatersportsAmenities on park
Bath available 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 WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Peaceful Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Communal freezer Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Large (51-200 sites)Nearby leisure
Climbing nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horseback riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Restaurant nearby Tennis nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Seasonal sitesLocation
Marwell Resort
Hurst Lane
Owslebury
Hampshire
England
SO21 1EZ
Timezone
Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)
GPS
50.98572°N
1.27669°W
Nearest transport
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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hillhead | 19.5 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Calshot | 19.8 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Lee-On-Solent | 21.2 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Lepe | 23.1 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Cowes | 24.3 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
INTECH Science Centre & Planetarium 8.3 km
Winchester Cathedral 8.8 km
Southampton Maritime Museum 13.4 km
Mid-Hants Railway 'Watercress Line' 13.9 km
Mottisfont Abbey Garden, House and Estate 19.3 km
National Trust
Winchester City Mill 8.6 km
Hinton Ampner 10.8 km
Mottisfont 19.3 km
Uppark House and Garden 27.2 km
Newtown Old Town Hall 31.5 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Upham - Woodcote - Green Hill - Upham 3 km
Upham - Street End 3 km
Shawford - Highbridge - Marwell - Shawford 5.4 km
CRANBURY PARK 6.5 km
COMPTON END 6.6 km
Local events
- Farnborough International Airshow (Monday, July 20, 2026 – Monday, July 20, 2026)
Farnborough, England 47.8 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.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Marwell Resort have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Marwell Resort dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Marwell Resort? Marwell Zoo (five minutes' drive) has over 140 different species to admire – you can also leave the car back at base and stroll over (about 20 minutes) for a pedestrian safari. … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Marwell Resort?
Read moreRV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: noon – 6 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. On-park accommodation Arrive: 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Marwell Resort? From $51.26 (for 1 night, 8 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.