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Goar Knap

9.5 4 reviews

Pop-up camping with spectacular views over Hampshire countryside
Stockbridge restaurants and pubs, golf and riding five minutes’ drive
Back-to-basics woodland pitches with abundant wildlife; dark skies sit

Only take photographs and leave only footprints is the ethos at Goar Knap, with pop-up wild camping pitches set in a field where a mobile US Army hospital was established ahead of D-Day during World War II. The site is backed by woodland and has huge open views to the south over Hampshire countryside. Each pitch has ample space to park next to your tent, drinking water is on hand and firewood for firepits and barbecues (please place them on the bricks provided) is free of charge. Not feeling it when it comes to alfresco cooking? Stockbridge restaurants and pubs are five minutes’ drive away. Out and about around the site, you’ll come across many microhabitats in the wood, designed to attract insects that support into the local wildlife ecosystem – and don’t be surprised if you see roe deer, muntjac, badgers, foxes or hares. Look up into the skies and you might spot kites, buzzards, sparrow hawks and ravens too. There are hives on the southern edge of the woods; please try not to disturb the bees. On cloudless nights, starlight and the moon are your only guiding lights, so you have a dazzling display of stars – but it is essential to bring a good torch with you.

Site type

Languages spoken

English

Nearby sites that are bookable on Pitchup.com

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.

Features

No dogs allowed

Portable toilet

Pop-up campground

Adults only

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

Adults only Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed No dogs allowed No pets allowed

Themes

Bush Peaceful Remote location 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

Type

Pop-up campground Tiny (1-10 sites)

Accessibility

Disabled facilities

Nearby leisure

Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

Goar Knap

Stockbridge Down

Stockbridge

Hampshire

England

SO20 6HW

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)

GPS

51.10972°N
-1.46191°W

Nearest transport

Coach

11.1 km Bus Station

11.9 km Broadway Guildhall

17.9 km Red Rover

Rail

10.3 km Mottisfont & Dunbridge Rail Station

11 km Winchester Rail Station

11.5 km Andover Rail Station

Ferry

24.1 km Southampton Vehicle Ferry Terminal

24.3 km Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminal

26.9 km Hythe (Hants) Ferry Terminal

Airport

19.1 km Southampton Airport

45.2 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

Local attractions and activities include: - Riding school: five minutes’ drive - Golf club: five minutes - Danebury Iron Age Hillfort: 10 minutes - Houghton Lodge Gardens: 10 minutes - Longstock Park Water Gardens: 10 minutes - Army Flying Museum: 10 minutes - Cottonworth Vineyard: 10 minutes - Roche Court New Art Centre: 15 minutes - Chilbolton Observatory: 15 minutes - Hawk Conservancy Trust Bird of Prey Centre: 20 minutes.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name	Distance	Type	2020	2019	2018	2017
Calshot	34.9 km	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Hillhead	36.9 km	Sea	N/A	Good	Good	Good
Lepe	37 km	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Lee-On-Solent	38.8 km	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Cowes	39.5 km	Sea	N/A	Good	Good	Excellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Mottisfont Abbey Garden, House and Estate 9.4 km

Winchester Cathedral 11.7 km

INTECH Science Centre & Planetarium 14.9 km

Paultons Family Theme Park 19 km

Mid-Hants Railway 'Watercress Line' 21.1 km

National Trust

Mottisfont 9.5 km

Winchester City Mill 12 km

Hinton Ampner 22.9 km

Mompesson House 24 km

Stonehenge Landscape 25.4 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

MARSH COURT 2.2 km

HOUGHTON LODGE 3.7 km

Chilbolton Cow Common – The Test Way – West Down - Chilbolton 5.6 km

Farley Mount - Ashley - The Clarendon Way 6.1 km

LAINSTON HOUSE 7.4 km

Local events

CarFest (Friday, 22 August 2025 – Friday, 22 August 2025)
Basingstoke, England 18.7 km
Isle of Wight Festival (Thursday, 19 June 2025 – Thursday, 19 June 2025)
Newport, England 46.8 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.

Payment terms

Offers

Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details

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We had a great night here while walking the Test Way. It…

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William P. Sept 2023

Unpowered grass tent site

Liked: We had a great night here while walking the Test Way. It is a lovely peaceful site run by Gordon and his family - not like some places where you can feel like you are camping in a car park.

The site sits between rolling views of the Hampshire countryside on one side, and then woodland on the other, so there's lots of nature and wildlife to enjoy.

Toilets are clean and well maintained and there are plenty of tree stumps you can repurpose for furniture if you're like us and travelling light!

Disliked: One thing to bear in mind if you're approaching on foot - the road the entrance is on is quite busy and there are no pavements.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Myself and my partner went up for the bank holiday weekend and…

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Anonymous Sept 2023

Unpowered grass tent site

Liked: Myself and my partner went up for the bank holiday weekend and the campsite was the most beautiful, peaceful place. That being said, everything and anything you wanted was a short drive away. We got the tranquility at the campsite whilst having a beautiful high street and activities just a short drive away. Our host and owner of the campsite, Gordon, was the most welcoming and wonderful host. Very different to other campsites we have been to. It felt almost like a home away from home. Would highly recommend. We will definitely be back!!!

Disliked: We should have stayed a few more days !!!!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely clean site, stunning views. Gordon was a great help and a…

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Callum L. Aug 2023

Unpowered grass tent site

Liked: Lovely clean site, stunning views. Gordon was a great help and a kind welcoming guy!
Really enjoyed our stay! Thank you

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great adult only site, great friendly owner with lovely views.

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Anonymous Jul 2023

Unpowered grass tent site

Liked: We really liked the wild camping feel but with the bonus of fresh water and toilet facilities. There were lovely views and it was great to be surrounded by nature, we particularly enjoyed watching the hares chasing each other around the site.
The owner was great being very helpful and having good local knowledge.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Frequently asked questions

Does Goar Knap have a swimming pool? No View all features
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What attractions are near Goar Knap? Local attractions and activities include: - Riding school: five minutes’ drive - Golf club: five minutes - Danebury Iron Age Hillfort: 10 minutes - Houghton Lodge Gardens: 10 minutes - Longstock Park … Read more
When can I check in and check out of Goar Knap?

Camping and caravan

Arrive: noon – 8 p.m.

Depart by: noon

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