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General
- Lakeside site on the edge of the South Downs National Park
- A 15-minute drive from central Winchester; 1.5 miles from Marwell Zoo
- Fishing, archery, quad biking and other adventure sports
Zebras, tigers and bokibokies await in these handsome Hampshire surrounds – taking the kids to see Marwell Zoo's multitude of beasts is likely to make for some very happy hols indeed. Marwell Resort is within walking distance of this much-loved menagerie and is home to plenty of adventurous action in its own right – head here if you like the sound of oodles of outdoor activities in a pretty lakeside setting.
The team at Marwell Resort have been instructing for more than 25 years, so they're well qualified to help you try out sports like archery, quad biking and clay pigeon shooting. Please note that many of these activities have a minimum age restriction applied- please check directly with the site.
The site lake has a total of nine swims available for anglers (mega-sized carp can be found in its waters, including whoppers weighing up to 45 pounds). Surrounded as it is by trees, it also looks pretty fine (especially at sundown) and is a popular spot with local wildlife.
Marwell Resort has strong all-round facilities, including toilets, showers and wifi. There's also an on-site bistro restaurant that serves up nourishing meals seven days a week. You can set up a barbecue and cook your own grub, too (stock up on fresh meat and veg 15 minutes' drive away at Westlands Farm Shop).
Site type
Languages spoken
✓ English
✓ French
✓ Spanish
Please note
The bar and/or restaurant is open between 02/01 et 24/12.
The park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
Swimming in the lake is not allowed.
Facilities/activities including fishing, archery, junior quad biking, clay pigeon shooting, treetop adventure are subject to extra charges payable on arrival.
If reception is closed on arrival: please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
Reception is unmanned after 6 p.m.. Please inform the park while on your way there should you expect to arrive after this time so that the team can provide information about your unit/site.
The bar is open between 02/01 and 24/12.
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.
Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
Guests are advised to bring a good quality flashlight with them as parts of the park are unlit.
No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
Please note that the restaurant opening times vary, depending on guest occupancy numbers at the time of stay.
Please note these are the age requirements for the activities:
minimum age 3 years old: adventure golf
minimum age 8 years old: archery, junior quad biking, treetop adventure, air rifles
maximum age 10 years old: indoor soft play
minimum age 16 years old: clay pigeon shooting
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Max. persons: 8 x
One Class B motorhome or RV or Camper or Camper trailer or Tent allowed per pitch
Pitch size : Max 8.0m width x 10.0m depth (26.2ft width x 32.8ft depth) Calculated area: 80.0m² (861.1ft²)
Ground type: Grass
Bring a gazebo
Max. persons: 8 x
One Class B motorhome or RV or Camper or Camper trailer or Tent allowed per pitch
Pitch size : Max 8.0m width x 10.0m depth (26.2ft width x 32.8ft depth) Calculated area: 80.0m² (861.1ft²)
Ground type: Grass
Max. persons: 8 x
One Class B motorhome or RV or Camper allowed per pitch
Pitch size : Max 10.0m width x 8.0m depth (32.8ft width x 26.2ft depth) Calculated area: 80.0m² (861.1ft²)
Ground type: Gravel
Max. persons: 2 x
Dimensions: 2.4m width x 4.2m length (7.9ft width x 13.8ft length) Calculated area: 10.1m² (108.5ft²)
Reviews
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Good site with lots of space. Too expensive for what you get.
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Features
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
Car parking by site/unit
Composting toilet
Disabled facilities
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
Rallies welcome
Single-sex groups welcome
Student groups welcome
Rules
Barbecue grills allowed
Barbecue provided
Campfires allowed
Commercial vehicles allowed
Dogs allowed
Dogs allowed all year
Themes
Peaceful
Wildlife haven
Utilities
Charging facilities
Communal freezer
Dump station
Electric car charging point(s)
Propane/gas cylinders available
Recycling available
Renewable energy
Nearby amenities
Bar nearby
Convenience store nearby
Dog walk nearby
Type
Large (51-200 sites)
Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby
Climbing nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golf nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Indoor pool nearby
Leisure/theme park nearby
Restaurant nearby
Tennis nearby
Watersports nearby
Touring and motorhomes
Seasonal sites
Location
Nearest transport
- Coach stations
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Broadway Guildhall
— 8.7 kilometres
Southampton Uni Interchange — 10.1 kilometres
Southampton Uni Interchange — 10.1 kilometres
- Train stations
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Shawford Rail Station
— 5.4 kilometres
Eastleigh Rail Station — 5.5 kilometres
Hedge End Rail Station — 6.1 kilometres
- Ferry ports
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Southampton Vehicle Ferry Terminal
— 13.5 kilometres
Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminal — 13.6 kilometres
Hamble-le-Rice Ferry Landing — 14.4 kilometres
- Airports
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Southampton Airport
— 7.1 kilometres
Bournemouth International Airport — 45.4 kilometres
Local attractions
Marwell Zoo (five minutes' drive) has over 140 different species to admire – you can also leave the car back at base and stroll over (about 20 minutes) for a pedestrian safari. Paultons Park (25 minutes' drive) is another perennial fave for family-oriented days out – here you can meet Peppa Pig, crash down log flumes or opt for wanders through a dinosaur-filled forest.
The South Downs National Park has some truly splendid hiking trails, including the 100-mile-long South Downs Way (the trail starts 15 minutes down the road in Winchester). Mountain bikers also have plenty to choose from around these parts – an exhilarating bike track through the woods is on hand in the nearby village of Bishopstoke (10 minutes).
The gorgeous New Forest National Park (25 minutes) is also within easy reach, and one of the best ways to get around is by open-top tour bus. There are three routes to choose from – it all comes down to whether you prefer vistas of heather-covered heathland or coastal explores. Speaking of the sea, beaches like Lepe and Highcliffe Castle (both 40 minutes) are very much worth the journey (make sure to pack jelly shoes and a towel if at all tempted).
Must see
- INTECH Science Centre & Planetarium (8.3 kilometres)
- Winchester Cathedral (8.8 kilometres)
- Southampton Maritime Museum (13.4 kilometres)
National Trust
- Winchester City Mill (8.6 kilometres)
- Hinton Ampner (10.8 kilometres)
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Policies
Permitted arrival/departure time
| Camping and touring | ||
|---|---|---|
| Arrive: | noon – | 6 p.m. |
| Depart by: | 10 a.m. | |
| On-site accommodation | ||
| Arrive: | 4 p.m. – | 6 p.m. |
| Depart by: | 10 a.m. | |
Marwell Resort cancellation policy
No refunds within 1 week of arrival date.
Bookings cannot be amended within 7 day(s) of arrival.
No refunds/discounts for inclement weather, late arrivals or early departures.
If you need to cancel or amend your booking, please give as much notice as possible so that someone else has the chance to book. You may wish to buy holiday insurance for cancellations and for your property/injury whilst away.
Please note that your deposit is paid to Pitchup.com and is non-refundable.
Payment
A 15% non-refundable deposit is payable now. Marwell Resort will debit the balance from your card 1 week before arrival, or if the arrival date is sooner than 1 week then the balance will be taken immediately.
You can also opt to pay the full amount at the time of your booking, or at any point before the due date.
Payment methods accepted on the park
CashVisa
MasterCard
Maestro
Apple Pay
Google Pay
Terms and conditions
Site booking terms and conditions- Does Marwell Resort have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Marwell Resort dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Marwell Resort? Marwell Zoo (five minutes' drive) has over 140 different species to admire – you can also leave the car back at base and stroll over (about 20 minutes) for a pedestrian safari. … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Marwell Resort?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: noon – 6 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Marwell Resort? From R1 043,70 (for 1 night, 8 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party. Check prices and availability
Hi Rachael
Thank you very much for your feedback. We appreciate all feedback as it helps us to improve future customer experience.
We will be addressing the issues you faced and would like to take the time to apologize to you.
We hope to see you back at the Resort in the future.
Thank you