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Harry's Meadow

9.3 11 reviews

Wild-style camping pitches at a scenic 50-acre site in the New Forest
Direct New Forest access; 15 minutes’ drive to New Forest Water Park
Pop-up coffee truck, pizza oven and cocktail bar; pub 25 minutes’ walk

If you’d like to try wild camping, but like the sound of some little luxuries on hand, Harry’s Meadow may be the compromise for you. Set in a flat, 50-acre wildflower meadow guarded by an avenue of ancient oak trees, the campsite is located in the grounds of a (private) manor house and has spectacular views across the Avon Valley. As there are no allocated pitches, feel free to set up wherever you like – this is wild camping with bonuses. Harry’s Meadow has powerful hot showers and compost loos plus firepits for hire as well as seasoned wood to buy, but please do note that there is no electric hook-up. Any other little luxuries? Well… yes. A choice of pop-up food trucks are on site daily, from a van serving barista coffee and fresh Danish pastries in the morning, to an ever-popular cocktail truck and a local brewery supplying organic ales. At the weekend, you also have a choice of punchy prawn bhuna or stone-baked pizza for evening meals. As if all that’s not enough to keep you all fed and watered, you can stroll to the well-loved local pub just down the road in Woodgreen (25 minutes’ walk), for a warm welcome from the landlord. If you fancy venturing further out and about, speak to the friendly site staff, who can advise on your options.

Site type

Languages spoken

English

Nearby sites that are bookable on Pitchup.com

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.

Features

Pop-up campground

Dogs allowed

Campfires 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

Bush Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No hot water Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby

Type

Medium (26-50 sites) Pop-up campground

Accessibility

Disabled facilities

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Harry's Meadow

Hale Park

Fordingbridge

Hampshire

England

SP6 2RE

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

50.96855°N
-1.74188°W

Nearest transport

Coach

10.7 km Red Rover

11 km Canada Corner

12.2 km Millstream Coach Park

Rail

11.1 km Dean Rail Station

12.2 km Salisbury Rail Station

15.5 km Mottisfont & Dunbridge Rail Station

Ferry

24.9 km Southampton Vehicle Ferry Terminal

25 km Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminal

26.4 km Hythe (Hants) Ferry Terminal

Airport

22.2 km Bournemouth International Airport

26.9 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

Although there is space for dogs and kids to run around safely on site, there’s also a big common surrounded by woods in Woodgreen (25 minutes’ walk), which is a popular spot for playing ball games and running wild. In fact, the whole area is great for walking and cycling, with many paths and tracks leading into the New Forest. There are loads of swimming options for you to enjoy as well, from a day trip to the beach (Hengistbury Head is the nearest – 40 minutes’ drive) to a dip in the lakes at New Forest Water Park (15 minutes). If you fancy something a bit different, there’s also wild swimming on the River Avon a short walk from the site. For special days out with the kids, Liberty’s Owl, Raptor and Reptile Centre (20 minutes) offers flying displays and reptile houses, while families can Segway and journey on a narrow-gauge railway at Moors Valley Country Park and Forest (half an hour). And of course, the rides at Paultons Park Home of Peppa Pig World (25 minutes) keep kids happy for hours.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name	Distance	Type	2020	2019	2018	2017
Highcliffe	25.9 km	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Christchurch Highcliffe Castle	26 km	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Christchurch Friar`S Cliff	26.3 km	Estuary	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Christchurch Avon Beach	26.6 km	Estuary	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Good
Christchurch Bay	26.6 km	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Breamore House 3 km

Salisbury Cathedral 11.4 km

Paultons Family Theme Park 13.8 km

Old Sarum 14.4 km

Wilton House 14.8 km

National Trust

Mompesson House 11.6 km

Mottisfont 16.2 km

Little Clarendon 21 km

Philipps House and Dinton Park 21.6 km

Stonehenge Landscape 23.7 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

HALE PARK 0.1 km

THE MOOT AND MOOT HOUSE, DOWNTON 2.5 km

BREAMORE 3.1 km

Godshill - Frankenbury - Castle Hill 3.2 km

Godshill - Pitts Wood Inclosure (New Forest) 3.2 km

Local events

New Forest and Hampshire County Show (Tuesday, 30 July 2024 – Tuesday, 30 July 2024)
Brockenhurst, England 18.3 km
Wickham Festival (Thursday, 1 August 2024 – Thursday, 1 August 2024)
Fareham, England 39.5 km
CarFest (Friday, 23 August 2024 – Friday, 23 August 2024)
Basingstoke, England 43.7 km
Tolpuddle Martyrs' Festival and Rally (Friday, 19 July 2024 – Friday, 19 July 2024)
Dorchester, England 45.9 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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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

Amazing campsite!!

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

lucy k. May 2023

Unpowered grass tent site

Liked: Amazing campsite. Everyone was friendly, the facilities were great with lovely hot showers and areas to wash up. The setting was beautiful and a short walk in both directions to a pub. The grass pitch was comfortable to sleep on and there was so much space. The silent disco for kids, food trucks and fire pits were an added bonus. We would definitely return!!

Disliked: Very little to dislike! The £4 for a sausage bap with only 1 small sausage inside was my only complaint haha

Recommend to friends Visit again

We Love Harry's Meadow

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

Anonymous Aug 2022

Unpowered grass tent site

Liked: This was the first time we have camped in the New Forest and we booked very last minute. We absolutely loved Harry's Meadow! Everything was great, the extra luxuries were so nice to have - coffee, pastries, gin & tonics, beer and food vans. But they were also self contained enough that we could easily ignore them if we didn't want them.
Loos, showers, washing up - all very well organised and good.
Absolute bonus for us was the pilates on Sunday with Harriet followed by a swim in the river.
And everyone working at Harry's Meadow was sooo nice! It felt both organised and easy going, nothing seemed to be a bother. Thanks so much for having us. Xx

Recommend to friends Visit again

Solid 9/10

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

Anonymous Aug 2022

Unpowered grass tent site

Liked: The area was lovely, a bit hard to find as the entrance is a sudden left on a corner. However the toilets and showers were kept clean, could do with more showers, especially during the busy periods.

Overall a great stay and experience. Food trucks daily, great tasting freshly made pizza.

Disliked: Less showers than needed.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Average site with average facilities.

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

Anonymous Aug 2022

Unpowered grass tent site

Liked: Location, friendly staff. Liked the bar area, just a shame about the selection and prices.

Disliked: Hardly a meadow, terrible ground to pitch on, really expensive for what it is, food van was rubbish and overpriced.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Friendly, excellent service, good shower facilities

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

Jordan S. Aug 2022

Unpowered grass tent site

Liked: Everything about Harry’s meadow

Recommend to friends Visit again

Able to pitch up anywhere you like with lots of room, not cramped

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

Jordan S. Aug 2022

Unpowered grass tent site

Liked: Pop up tents and bars, good location in the heart of the new forest

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent camp site with lots of room and pop up bar/food

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

Anonymous Aug 2022

Unpowered grass tent site

Liked: excellent location, great service

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great site. Amazing views and friendly staff. Very clean facilities.…

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

Gene S. Aug 2022

Unpowered grass tent site

Liked: Great site. Amazing views and friendly staff. Very clean facilities.

Disliked: It would be nice to have showers opened a bit later for those coming back from walks.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Really lovely site in a beautiful location, friendly staff

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

sarah p. Aug 2022

Unpowered grass tent site

Liked: Welcoming staff that went above and beyond to help. Location was perfect with lots to do. Pitches were well spaced appart.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Well, laid out and friendly staff. Facilities are simple but clean. Good…

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

James B. Aug 2022

Unpowered grass tent site

Liked: Well, laid out and friendly staff. Facilities are simple but clean. Good vibe.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Frequently asked questions

Does Harry's Meadow have a swimming pool? No View all features
Is Harry's Meadow dog friendly? Yes View all features
What attractions are near Harry's Meadow? Although there is space for dogs and kids to run around safely on site, there’s also a big common surrounded by woods in Woodgreen (25 minutes’ walk), which is a popular spot … Read more
When can I check in and check out of Harry's Meadow?

Camping and caravan

Arrive: 1 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Depart by: noon

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