YMCA Fairthorne Manor Family Park and Campsite

Fire pits are allowed - great for toasting marshmallows

Kayaking is just one of many activities we offer at our campsite

Camping has been a part of YMCA programming for more than a century and we founded the first continuously used camp in 1861, so by choosing us for your camping holiday you will be benefiting from 149 years of experience! Our Campsite is situated within the grounds of Fairthorne Manor, offering opportunities for families to drop in for the day or to stay overnight. The Campsite is dotted with copses, a stream and plenty of room in which families can enjoy themselves. The site is open for families to enjoy a relaxing and picturesque setting in which to unwind along with a range of both organised and self-led children’s activities such as nature trails and natural play. Families can drop in for a full or part day or of course camp overnight. We can also give scheduled access to the YMCA Fairthorne Manor activity programme including our fantastic regular clubs kayaking and sailing. We can also cater for large groups, wedding and special occasions, just get in touch! The following facilities are available: Separate group camp site area Various group campfire areas Modern shower & toilet block A range of BBQ & picnic areas Wheelchair access Natural play facilities – logs as beams, tyre swings

Site type

Languages spoken

English

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Features

No 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

D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed No dogs allowed

Camping 2.0

Jumbo tent sites

Themes

Budget/backpacker Bush Lake and/or mountain Peaceful 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 Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby

Type

Large (51-200 sites) Pub campground

Accessibility

Disabled facilities

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Horse riding nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Watersports nearby

Location

YMCA Fairthorne Manor Family Park and Campsite

Fairthorne Manor

Curdridge

Southampton

Hampshire

England

SO30 2GH

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)

GPS

50.90958°N
-1.25777°W

Route directions

Fairthorne Manor is located a short 10 minute drive from Junctions 7 and 10 of the M27, approximately 1 mile from the village of Botley near Hedge End

Nearest transport

Coach

8.4 km Bus Station

10.2 km Southampton Uni Interchange

Rail

0.8 km Botley Rail Station

3.6 km Hedge End Rail Station

3.8 km Swanwick Rail Station

Ferry

6.9 km Hamble-le-Rice Ferry Landing

7 km Warsash Ferry Landing

10.5 km Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminal

Airport

8.5 km Southampton Airport

43 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

We are fortunate enough to be within walking distance of Botley which boasts shops, restaurants, and pubs for visitors to enjoy. Being set on the beautiful River Hamble means that there are plenty of nearby fishing spots to take advantage of. Alternatively, if it is horses you are interested in, why not visit our next door neighbors, a well established equestrian centre.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name	Distance	Type	2020	2019	2018	2017
Hillhead	10.9 km	Sea	N/A	Good	Good	Good
Calshot	11.9 km	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Lee-On-Solent	12.6 km	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Lepe	15.5 km	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Cowes	16.2 km	Sea	N/A	Good	Good	Excellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Southampton Maritime Museum 10.4 km

Portchester Castle 12.9 km

Portsmouth Historic Dockyard 16.2 km

Spinnaker Tower 16.5 km

Charles Dickens' Birthplace Museum 16.6 km

National Trust

Hinton Ampner 16.6 km

Winchester City Mill 17.2 km

Newtown Old Town Hall 24 km

Mottisfont 24.4 km

Uppark House and Garden 26 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Grace Dieu 2.9 km

ROYAL VICTORIA COUNTRY PARK, FORMERLY ROYAL VICTORIA MILITARY HOSPITAL 7.3 km

TOWNHILL PARK 7.5 km

Dundridge - Shepherds Down - Upper Swanmore 8.1 km

Upham - Street End 8.5 km

Local events

Isle of Wight Festival (Thursday, 19 June 2025 – Thursday, 19 June 2025)
Newport, England 23 km
CarFest (Friday, 22 August 2025 – Friday, 22 August 2025)
Basingstoke, England 34.3 km
Goodwood Festival of Speed (Thursday, 10 July 2025 – Thursday, 10 July 2025)
Chichester, England 36.6 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.

Payment terms

Offers

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Frequently asked questions

Does YMCA Fairthorne Manor Family Park and Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
Is YMCA Fairthorne Manor Family Park and Campsite dog friendly? No View all features
What attractions are near YMCA Fairthorne Manor Family Park and Campsite? We are fortunate enough to be within walking distance of Botley which boasts shops, restaurants, and pubs for visitors to enjoy. Being set on the beautiful River Hamble means that there are … Read more