Clarefield Copse Wild Camping

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Visitor image of the beautiful South Downs views
Visitor image of the beautiful south downs views
Lots of space
Quiet field site
Sunny day on site
So much space
Beautiful views
Facilities
Beautiful night sky
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Lots of space
Quiet field site
Sunny day on site

  • Spacious back to basics site in the South Downs National Park
  • Within half an hour's drive of Chichester and Portsmouth
  • Next to woodland with fab views; half an hour's walk from local pub
A secluded, simple site in the middle of the South Downs National Park? Splendid. Those who look for space and fine views while on a rural break should consider a stay at Clarefield Copse Wild Camping, in a quiet corner of Hampshire 15 minutes’ drive from Petersfield. As you might expect from a spot inside a national park, the views from here are pretty fab – as is the amount of space around the place from which to admire them. The owners have kept things low key so as not to interfere with their natural surrounds, simply installing a shower and toilets (regularly cleaned) and a drinking water supply, leaving plenty of open space to play games, light a barbie and construct a campfire. Bike rides and walks are top activities around these parts – start by taking a wander by the lake next to the site or on local footpaths, or, just maybe, strolling to the nearest pub in half an hour or so. Many a mile of trail runs through the national park, and there’s much more strolling to be done in nearby National Trust properties or on day trips to Chichester and Portsmouth (both half an hour away by car).

Site type

Motorhome sites 50
Tent sites 50
Open now
Opens 1 July
Please note

Admission

  • At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.

Occupancy

  • Group bookings of 4 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Single-sex bookings of 4 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.

Reception

  • Reception is unmanned after 7 p.m.. Please inform the campground while on your way there should you expect to arrive after this time so that the team can provide information about your unit/site.

Safety

  • Swimming in the lake is not allowed.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Wed, 1 Jul to

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Reviews

8.8

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Wild campingPeaceful

90% would recommend this site to a friend

89% would stay here again

What customers say

A lovely, roomy, and tranquil 'wild' camping spot. Visitors rave about the nature, wildlife, and big pitches. Fire pits are a hit. Basic but generally adequate facilities, though cleaning's been a bit iffy. Rough track in. Better signs and paths would be great.

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Great for a one night spot on a hot sunny evening.

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Diana M. 1 review

Oak Tree Field unpowered grass campervan, tent or trailer tent site

Liked Location, friendliness, space.
Toilets were clean.

Disliked The facilities were a little too minimal for me.
There was no separation of personal washing from washing up space.
This space consisted of only one sink with cold water. (There was not a problem with queuing, just a bit minimal for me)

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Lovely little site. Shower and toilets,…

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JODIE M. 1 review

Hillside unpowered grass campervan or tent site

Liked Lovely little site. Shower and toilets, what more could you need for a wildcamp, had a great time will absolutly come again.

Disliked Nothing

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Lovely quiet remote place with great…

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 Jayne C. 2 reviews

Hillside unpowered grass campervan or tent site

Liked Lovely quiet remote place with great scenery.the host is friendly and helpful.been twice now.

Disliked Nothing all good.

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Very nice site.

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Anonymous

Hillside unpowered grass campervan or tent site

Liked Very nice surroundings and very natural.

Disliked The catches on the shower and toilet doors could be better. Check trees for dead branches before sitting under we were nearly crushed by a very large branch falling whilst having a coffee in the shade !

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Stunning views. Quiet as mid week…

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Joanna W. 9 reviews

Hillside unpowered grass campervan or tent site

Liked Stunning views. Quiet as mid week so loads of space. Facilities are great and the dog is so cute - bonus cuddles!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great well kept hidden location shhhhhhhhh

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Anonymous

Hillside unpowered grass campervan or tent site

Liked Quiet empty and perfect for a one night experience.

Disliked 1 x sink 2 x showers
3x toilet.
Could struggle if busy but our stay was perfect.
Only 3 other tents in august 2026.

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Fantastic experience. Well maintained field, shower…

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ellie K. 1 review

Oak Tree Field unpowered grass campervan, tent or trailer tent site

Liked Fantastic experience. Well maintained field, shower and toilets. Would highly recommend

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Great atmosphere, very hands off. Lovely…

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Anonymous

Hillside unpowered grass campervan or tent site

Liked Great atmosphere, very hands off. Lovely facilities (toilets, showers, 2 big outdoor sinks) with lights at night. Lots of loo roll and firewood available to buy for £8, big bag. Tons of space for everyone and pitches mowed with lots of space between them. Highly recommend.

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Fantastic quiet site. Love the campfire…

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David H. 1 review

Hillside unpowered grass campervan or tent site

Liked Fantastic quiet site. Love the campfire wheels.

Kids had fun on the swing and extended it a bit lower so the smallest could use it.

Basic functional toilets worked as needed. Easy walk to the three horseshoes pub (heatwave slowed us down)

Late nights stargazing and toasting marshmallows 😋

Disliked Showers were cold, it sure if it was gas or batteries that were needed.

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Better than I could have imagined.…

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Nicky C. 1 review

Oak Tree Field unpowered grass campervan, tent or trailer tent site

Liked Better than I could have imagined. We were able to choose our pitch and they were huge! Beautiful surroundings. So peaceful. Only half an hour up the road from us so why woukd we go any further as we could have been anywhere. Just perfect!! 😍

Disliked Toilets were blocked

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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 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 Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market

Type

Farm Pop-up campground Small (11-25 sites)

Nearby leisure

Cycling nearby Mountain biking nearby

Location

Clarefield Copse Wild Camping

Clarefield Copse

Nyewood

Petersfield

Hampshire

England

GU31 5Jl

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

50.99007°N
0.84397°W

Nearest transport

Coach
6.5 km Dragon Street
6.5 km Dragon Street
13.8 km Precinct
Rail
6.9 km Liss Rail Station
7.1 km Petersfield Rail Station
9.5 km Liphook Rail Station
Ferry
19.8 km Bosham Hoe Ferry Landing
20.4 km West Itchenor Ferry Landing
25 km Hayling Island Ferry Landing
Airport
36.5 km Southampton Airport
42.7 km Shoreham Brighton City 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

Folk who’ve invested in a National Trust membership can surely get their money’s worth out of this area: aim for 18th-century Uppark House (10 minutes’ drive), wander around Woolbeding Gardens (10 minutes) and admire the art collection at Petworth House (half an hour) – tipped to be one of the finest in the NT’s possession. (Or try Hinton Ampner, Slindon Estate, Winkworth Arboretum…) There’s a whole load more history to see down by the coast, too. If it’s maritime times gone by that interest you, head to Portsmouth to potter around the historic dockyard and mosey around the Mary Rose Museum (or, for something more modern, sail up the Emirates Spinnaker Tower to see the sea from 170 metres up). Weald & Downland Living Museum (20 minutes) is a fab place for a glimpse into real life from days of yore. If you’re simply planning to fill your break with lots of rural rambles, perhaps it’s a wise idea to lay in supplies for a restorative drink upon your return? Langham Brewery (20 minutes) is worth a visit for a tour of the steam-powered brewery, and there are local vinos to pick up at Trotton Estate (10 minutes) and Upperton Vineyards (20 minutes).

Food and drink

  • The Kitchen At Durleighmarsh 3.4 km
  • The Gatehouse - Garden Centre 6.2 km
  • Malabon 6.5 km
  • Yum Yum Thai 6.5 km
  • Ruby and Montys 6.6 km
  • Clavio Lounge 6.7 km
  • Meg's Kitchen at Bakery Lane 6.8 km
  • Spice Lounge 6.8 km
  • Fez 6.8 km
  • Poppins 6.8 km

Parks and play

  • Carron Lane Midhurst Play Area 6.6 km
  • West Liss Play Area 7.4 km
  • Bell Hill Recreation Ground 7.5 km
  • Liss Forest 7.5 km
  • Gretham Village Hall 9.7 km

Public transport

  • Hobin Hill 0.9 km
  • Habin Hill 0.9 km
  • Trotton Turn 0.9 km
  • Nyewood 1.1 km
  • Nyewood 1.1 km
  • Mellersh's Copse 1.5 km
  • Mellersh's Copse 1.6 km
  • Mill Lane 1.7 km
  • Dumpford Manor Farm 1.7 km
  • Dumpford Manor Farm 1.7 km

Groceries

  • M&S Foodhall 6.6 km
  • Waitrose 6.8 km
  • Tesco 6.8 km
  • Lidl 7.1 km
  • Aldi 7.3 km

Family days out

  • Carron Lane Midhurst Play Area 6.6 km
  • West Liss Play Area 7.4 km
  • Bell Hill Recreation Ground 7.5 km
  • Liss Forest 7.5 km
  • Gretham Village Hall 9.7 km

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Must see

Uppark House and Garden 5.1 km

West Dean Gardens 10.6 km

Weald & Downland Open Air Museum 11 km

Goodwood House 15 km

Petworth House & Park 16.2 km

National Trust

Uppark House and Garden 5.4 km

Hindhead Commons and The Devil's Punch Bowl Caf� 15.8 km

Petworth House and Park 16.3 km

Oakhurst Cottage 22.1 km

Hinton Ampner 22.3 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Elsted - Treyford and the Downs 2.1 km

Elsted - Didling - Treyford - Elsted 2.3 km

South Harting - West Harting Down - Torberry Hill 3.8 km

Midhurst Area - Stedham - Trotton - Iping 4 km

Harting - Hooksway 4.3 km

Local events

  • Southampton Boat Show (Friday, 18 September 2026 – Friday, 18 September 2026)

    Southampton, England 40.8 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 Clarefield Copse Wild Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Clarefield Copse Wild Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Clarefield Copse Wild Camping? Folk who’ve invested in a National Trust membership can surely get their money’s worth out of this area: aim for 18th-century Uppark House (10 minutes’ drive), wander around Woolbeding Gardens (10 minutes) … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Clarefield Copse Wild Camping?
    Camping and caravan
    Arrive:  Anytime –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  4 p.m.

    If the ground is wet please park away from the field to unload and use the wheelbarrows to cart your camping gear to your pitch.

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  • How much does it cost to stay at Clarefield Copse Wild Camping? From $64.02 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.