Croft Lane Green Camping

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Sheltered field
Beach near the campsite
West beach, hayling island at low tide
Billy trail
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  • Peaceful family-run site near the beaches on Hayling Island
  • A 10-minute walk from the Billy Trail; West beach 10 minutes' drive
  • Off-grid site; farm shop and pub within walking distance
Croft Lane Green Camping is a peaceful family-run campsite in a scenic Hampshire location, with pitches set up on the grazing paddocks of a stables (you'll see some horses on site, but they're kept away from the camping area; as this is a working stables, there are two sets of gates). You'll be staying in tree-lined fields with allocated pitches that have simple facilities like a water supply, two composting loos, a cold shower and a cold water sink, but this is a generally off-grid site so you'll need to mostly bring your own gear (including portable chargers and a torch). Dogs are welcome as long as they're kept under control. Croft Lane Green Camping is in a convenient location for all sorts of local amenities: there's a farm shop selling local produce from Hayling Island and the Isle of Wight half a mile away, while a small supermarket and a garage are available 10 minutes' walk down the road. A 20-minute walk across the field takes you to nearby Northney Farm tea rooms, while several local pubs are also within strolling distance. Planning to stock up for your stay? Croft Lane Green Camping is about five minutes' drive from the nearest big supermarket.

Site type

Tent sites 15
Open now
Opens 23 May
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.
  • The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
  • Group bookings of 4 or more units (e.g. tent, caravan, motorhome or accommodation hire) travelling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
  • There is no reception building on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, 23 May to

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Reviews

9.7

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Peaceful

98% would recommend this site to a friend

98% would stay here again

What customers say

Peaceful eco-site with roomy, flat spots & helpful hosts. Basic but clean facilities (compost loos, cold showers). Loved for its natural beauty, privacy & location. Great for a back-to-nature escape. Road noise & no hot showers noted, but highly recommended, with many keen to return.

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Anonymous

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Liked It was quite, I liked the eco aspects of the site . Friendly owner very helpful.

Disliked Hard to find ,needed a bigger sign on gate. A little more expensive than I usually pay. For just a field.

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We absolutely adored the horses, the…

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Michal K.

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Liked We absolutely adored the horses, the island’s seclusion, and the slow internet. It was the perfect way to unplug from the daily hustle and bustle. The place was immaculate, with a composting loo, shower, and water taps. Everything was clean and well-maintained. The landlady was incredibly friendly and helpful, making our stay truly memorable.

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Great location. Back to basics with…

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Sophie W.

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Liked Great location. Back to basics with compost loos and cold shower but actually loved the cold shower out in nature (there are walls but no roof and it is under a willow tree so so pretty). The swings and slide were a huge hit with our toddler - great to have that for kids.

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A wonderful little gem. Friendly, helpful owners…

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Cheryl W.

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Liked A wonderful little gem.
Friendly, helpful owners with lots of local knowledge.
Immaculately clean pitches, toilets, shower and washing area. Eco shower gel and eco washing liquid provided.
Fire pit available to rent.
Local farm shop and supermarket within walking distance. Bus stop on main road 5 minute walk, and a nature reserve with pop up cafe 10-15 minute walk (Try their cheesy chips).
Will definitely look forward to visiting again.

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Lovely little camp site, was clean…

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Tara B.

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Liked Lovely little camp site, was clean and quiet.
We loved watching the horses, camp fire and perfect family time.
Compost toilets were clean and eco shower. Would definitely recommend

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Glad we chose this place. Would like to re visit.

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George C.

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Liked Large space and peaceful location. The immunities were good, all eco type stuff, fresh running water. Felt slightly wild which is what we were looking for. Also only a short drive to shops, pubs and beach. Charlie was very helpful.

Disliked Poor phone reception for Vodafone users, not sure about other supplier's. Could do with a sign on the gate, we struggled finding the place initially.

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From the manager: Thank you for your helpful comments. The phone signal on the island is very patchy.
We had thought about a sign so will sort that out for next year.
Also I have now included what three words and more detailed instructions in the welcome text we send to people. So thank you and sorry you had problems finding the campsite.

What a fantastic stay! The host…

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Tuhin R.

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Liked What a fantastic stay! The host was wonderful and made us feel right at home. The facilities were excellent, and there was plenty to keep the kids entertained. The most unforgettable part of our visit was the breathtaking night view of the full moon. It was an extraordinary experience that we won't soon forget.

Disliked My only regret is not being able to visit more frequently :-(

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Customer service is exceptional - friendly,…

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Sinan A.

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Liked Customer service is exceptional - friendly, accommodating and knowledgeable of the local area.

Disliked Nothing to dislike

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From the manager: So pleased we were able to help you with local information so you could enjoy your stay on Hayling Island.

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Daniel D.

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Liked The place is nice and quiet, away from noise. There's plenty of space for camping.

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Super clean facilities considering its a green site, cleaned regularly

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Victoria W.

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Liked Had the most incredible weekend away with Croft lane camp site !
Don’t be afraid of the compost loos , it’s super clean and better than a portaloo , Charlie who we spoke with is very easy to chat and discuss any issues with , very accommodating and loved our stay on this site.

Disliked No dislikes what so ever

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Features

Pop-up campground

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 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

D. of E. 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

Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise

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 Public transport nearby

Type

Pop-up campground Small (11-25 sites)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby

Location

Croft Lane Green Camping

Croft Lane

Hayling Island

Hampshire

England

PO11 0LT

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

50.81761°N
0.97952°W

Route directions

After you have turned into Northwood Lane, Croft Lane is an immediate left. The campsite entrance is via a gate halfway up the lane. Please then drive through the stables and through another gate. You will see the camping field. What3words: wires.absent.fractions. From Havant train station, the bus station is a short walk away. The 31 and 32 bus lines stop at Northwood Lane.

Nearest transport

Coach
6.6 km The Brow
6.6 km The Brow
6.8 km Hilsea Lido
Rail
4.1 km Warblington Rail Station
4.1 km Havant Rail Station
4.2 km Bedhampton Rail Station
Ferry
4 km Hayling Island Ferry Landing
4.2 km Eastney Ferry Landing
7.7 km Portsmouth Continental Ferry Terminal
Airport
30.6 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

Local attractions and activities include: - The Billy Trail: 10 minutes' walk - Hayling Island Nature Reserve: 15 minutes' walk - West beach: 10 minutes' drive - Emsworth: 10 minutes - Gunwharf Quays (waterfront cafés and designer outlets): 20 minutes - Chichester: 20 minutes - Portsmouth Historic Dockyard: 20 minutes - Spinnaker Tower: 20 minutes - Arundel Castle: 35 minutes.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Beachlands Central 3.8 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Beachlands West 4.1 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Eastoke 4.2 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Eastney 5.9 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
West Wittering 6.6 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Royal Marines Museum 6.2 km

Charles Dickens' Birthplace Museum 7.6 km

Gunwharf Quays 9.1 km

Portsmouth Historic Dockyard 9.2 km

Spinnaker Tower 9.3 km

National Trust

Uppark House and Garden 16.2 km

Bembridge Windmill 16.8 km

Hinton Ampner 27.8 km

Newtown Old Town Hall 32 km

Petworth House and Park 32 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

LANGSTONE HARBOUR (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 01/08/1978) 2.4 km

Emsworth Mill Pond and Seashore 4.2 km

Farlington Marshes 4.5 km

Thorney Island - a remote coastal walk 4.8 km

PILSEY ISLAND (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 20/09/1985) 5.5 km

Local events

  • Arundel Festival (Saturday, 16 August 2025 – Saturday, 16 August 2025)

    Arundel, England 30.1 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 Croft Lane Green Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Croft Lane Green Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Croft Lane Green Camping? Local attractions and activities include: - The Billy Trail: 10 minutes' walk - Hayling Island Nature Reserve: 15 minutes' walk - West beach: 10 minutes' drive - Emsworth: 10 minutes - Gunwharf … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Croft Lane Green Camping?
    Camping and caravan
    Arrive:  11 a.m. –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  10 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Croft Lane Green Camping? From $57.60 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.