Rusty Meadow

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Evening sky at Rusty Meadow
Evening sky at rusty meadow
Beautiful evenings on the meadow
Early morning view from the camping field
Hay meadow surrounded by trees
The resident ponies dilly and volley
Growing hay for harvest on the camping field
Our lovely camping meadow which also grows our hay
The neighbours popping in to say 'hello'
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Beautiful evenings on the meadow
Early morning view from the camping field
Hay meadow surrounded by trees

  • Peaceful Isle of Wight pop-up site 15 minutes’ drive from Ventnor
  • Worsley Obelisk 40 minutes’ walk; Shanklin Beach 15 minutes’ drive
  • Compost toilets, water and USB charging; pubs 15 minutes’ stroll
No frills. No fuss. Just fresh air and bags of space to play. That’s what you get at Rusty Meadow pop-up site, which is 15 minutes’ drive from Ventnor on the Isle of Wight. Set in three acres of peaceful farmland, it has back-to-basics pitches in a hay meadow with composting toilets, drinking water and a solar-powered USB charging point. They’ve got almost all the essentials covered here – but it's worth noting there are no showers on site. A stay at Rusty Meadow is all about that old-school camping feel, with lots of wildlife around (look out for hares) and starry skies at night. The pitches are 15 minutes’ stroll from Godshill village, with its stores, tearooms and pubs as well as a fantastic wooden play park. It’s also only 15 minutes by car from Newport for supermarket shopping. Bring your boots, because there are lots of superb walking and cycling trails right from the camping field, including the route up to the Worsley Obelisk (about 40 minutes’ walk) for some of the island’s best views. Just so you know, there are bees living happily in the wildflower meadow at the far end of the farm. They’re a good distance from the pitches and keep to themselves, but the owners like to let guests know in case of any allergies. Families, small groups and quiet campers are very welcome. If you’re after loud music, late nights and party vibes, this is probably not the site for you.

Campground type

Tent sites 25
Opens July 4
Please note
  • This park has no on-site shower facilities.
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.
  • Guests are advised to bring a good quality flashlight with them as parts of the park are unlit.
  • Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
  • Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, Jul 4 to

Open from Sun, Aug 10 to

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Features

Pop-up campground

Dogs allowed

Leisure on park

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis Watersports

Amenities on park

Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Farm Medium (26-50 sites) Pop-up campground

Accessibility

Uneven terrain; gravel or loose mud

Location

Rusty Meadow

Sheepwash Lane

Godshill

Isle Of Wight

England

PO38 3JR

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

50.62347°N
-1.25772°W

Route directions

Please approach Sheepwash Lane from the Godshill end, as the turn into the site is a little wider.

Nearest transport

Bus
13.2 mi Clarence Pier
13.7 mi The Hard Interchange
14.2 mi City Centre South
Rail
3.5 mi Shanklin Rail Station
4.3 mi Lake (Isle of Wight) Rail Station
4.8 mi Sandown Rail Station
Ferry
7.8 mi Fishbourne IOW Ferry Terminal
8.7 mi Ryde Hoverport
9.1 mi Ryde Pier Head Ferry Terminal
Airport
23 mi Southampton Airport
27.4 mi 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

As well as its eateries and play park, Godshill (15 minutes’ walk) has a retro attraction at the Model Village, with scale replicas of Isle of Wight towns and a mini-train chugging around the topiary gardens. There’s also a quality gift shop at The Old Smithy and Gardens, as well as a kitschy fairy-themed trail through the grounds. Have fun with the kids while supporting a good cause at the Isle Of Wight Donkey Sanctuary (five minutes’ drive), or meet kangaroos and meerkats at Amazon World Zoo (10 minutes). To stretch your legs and hopefully spot some local wildlife, follow the Red Squirrel Trail from Wroxall (also 10 minutes) for sightings of (you guessed it) red squirrels as well as deer and woodpeckers. The site is just a short drive from south-coast beaches, including Shanklin and Ventnor (both 15 minutes), and Compton Bay (25 minutes). Hit a rainy day? Climb aboard the Isle of Wight Steam Railway at Havenstreet (20 minutes) and enjoy island views from a classic train carriage.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Ventnor 3 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Shanklin 3.7 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentGood
Sandown 5.2 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Yaverland 6.1 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentGood
Whitecliff Bay 7.9 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Ventnor Botanic Gardens 3 mi

Blackgang Chine 3.4 mi

Carisbrooke Castle 5.1 mi

Dinosaur Isle 5.6 mi

Isle of Wight Steam Railway 5.9 mi

National Trust

Brighstone Shop and Museum 6.2 mi

Mottistone Manor Garden 7.3 mi

Bembridge Windmill 8.3 mi

Newtown Old Town Hall 9 mi

The Needles Old Battery and New Battery 14.2 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

APPULDURCOMBE 1.1 mi

The Godshill Valley and Plains 1.9 mi

The Mysteries of St Lawrence 2.7 mi

Niton Waterfall Walk 2.7 mi

VENTNOR BOTANIC GARDEN 2.8 mi

Local events

  • Goodwood Festival of Speed (Thursday, July 10, 2025 – Thursday, July 10, 2025)

    Chichester, England 28.4 mi

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.

Offers

Conditions apply - see campsite type section for details

Nearest campgrounds

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable campgrounds.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Rusty Meadow have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Rusty Meadow dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Rusty Meadow? As well as its eateries and play park, Godshill (15 minutes’ walk) has a retro attraction at the Model Village, with scale replicas of Isle of Wight towns and a mini-train chugging … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Rusty Meadow?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  Anytime
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Rusty Meadow? From $20.59 (for 1 night, 5 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.