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Michelmersh Manor Farm

Shepherd’s hut on a family-run farm 10 minutes’ drive from Romsey
New Forest National Park 15 minutes’ drive; Winchester half an hour
Lambing and calf feeding; woodland walks; fishing in the River Test

Fancy the idea of glamping in a shepherd’s hut – maybe with an optional twist of farm-life experience? At Michelmersh Manor Farm, a family-run working farm a 10-minute drive from the Hampshire market town of Romsey, you can get involved (or not) with such tasks as lambing (in April) and calf feeding; alternatively, you can choose to be a spectator and simply watch the cows being milked by state-of-the-art machines. Surrounded by fields, the farm sits at the end of a no-through road, which pretty much guarantees peaceful nights; after a restorative sleep, you’ll be raring to go and explore the local area. Paths starting from the site lead through ancient woodland carpeted with bluebells and seasonal flowers. Other local walks include the Monarch Way, a long-distance path that links Worcester to Shoreham-on-Sea, and the Test Way, which follows the river of the same name – if you’re holidaying with a keen angler, they might insist on stopping for a spot of trout fishing on its banks. If you like a pub at the end of your walk, head into the village of Timbsbury (half an hour on foot) for a pint of a real ale and a traditional meal. There are heaps of walking (and cycling) routes through New Forest National Park (15 minutes’ drive), which also has several wildlife centres, including Bolderwood Deer Sanctuary and the New Forest Reptile Centre (both half an hour). Birdwatchers, meanwhile, head to Keyhaven Marshes (one hour), on the Solent, where mudflats and saline lagoons shelter curlews, dunlins and other migratory birds.

Site type

Languages spoken

English

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Features

No 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 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 No dogs allowed

Themes

Bush Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Tiny (1-10 sites)

Accessibility

Disabled facilities

Location

Michelmersh Manor Farm

Manor Farm Lane

Michelmersh

Romsey

Hampshire

England

SO51 0NT

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

51.03604°N
-1.49966°W

Route directions

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Nearest transport

Coach

9.6 km Canada Corner

9.7 km Red Rover

13.2 km Southampton Uni Interchange

Rail

3.3 km Mottisfont & Dunbridge Rail Station

4.9 km Romsey Rail Station

9.5 km Dean Rail Station

Ferry

16.9 km Southampton Vehicle Ferry Terminal

17.1 km Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminal

19.7 km Hythe (Hants) Ferry Terminal

Airport

13.7 km Southampton Airport

37 km Bournemouth International 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

There are gentle rides for young children at Paultons Park Home of Peppa Pig World (20 minutes’ drive), where your offspring can meet their favourite characters from the popular TV series. If the kids are a little older, Paultons Park also has thrill rides like roller coasters and drop towers. Winchester (half an hour) is famed for its spectacular Gothic cathedral, which is the longest medieval church in the world. Gaze up at the remarkable vault and explore the seven chantry chapels, then check out the ruins of Wolvesey Castle (Old Bishop’s Palace) or head to one of the city’s museums, such as the Royal Hampshire Regiment Museum. If you’re into maritime history, you will not want to miss a visit to Southampton (half an hour), departure point of the ill-fated Titanic. Check out the Titanic Memorial Stone and the Titanic Story exhibition at the SeaCity Museum. The Solent Sky Museum is for anyone who favours vintage planes over ships.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name	Distance	Type	2020	2019	2018	2017
Calshot	28.2 km	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Lepe	29.8 km	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Hillhead	31.3 km	Sea	N/A	Good	Good	Good
Cowes	32.7 km	Sea	N/A	Good	Good	Excellent
Gurnard	33 km	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Mottisfont Abbey Garden, House and Estate 2.8 km

Paultons Family Theme Park 10.4 km

Winchester Cathedral 13.3 km

INTECH Science Centre & Planetarium 16.6 km

Southampton Maritime Museum 16.8 km

National Trust

Mottisfont 2.8 km

Winchester City Mill 13.7 km

Mompesson House 21.2 km

Hinton Ampner 24.4 km

Stonehenge Landscape 26.7 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Monarch's Way, Michelmersh and Braishfield 1.7 km

MOTTISFONT ABBEY 2.5 km

Mottisfont - Test Way - Kimbridge - Monarch's Way - Lower Brook House - Mottisfont 2.6 km

SIR HAROLD HILLIER GARDENS AND ARBORETUM 3.7 km

Mottisfont - Horsebridge - East Tytherley - Mottisfont 3.8 km

Local events

New Forest and Hampshire County Show (Tuesday, 30 July 2024 – Tuesday, 30 July 2024)
Brockenhurst, England 22.7 km
CarFest (Friday, 23 August 2024 – Friday, 23 August 2024)
Basingstoke, England 26.4 km
Wickham Festival (Thursday, 1 August 2024 – Thursday, 1 August 2024)
Fareham, England 26.4 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

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What attractions are near Michelmersh Manor Farm? There are gentle rides for young children at Paultons Park Home of Peppa Pig World (20 minutes’ drive), where your offspring can meet their favourite characters from the popular TV series. If … Read more
When can I check in and check out of Michelmersh Manor Farm?

On-site accommodation

Arrive: 4 p.m. – 10 p.m.

Depart by: 10 a.m.

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