Rushmere Farm

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  • Family-friendly site on an organic farm in South Downs National Park
  • Hambledon Vineyard five minutes’ drive; Portsmouth 25 minutes
  • Dogs welcome; pizza oven; workshops; communal fridge
For a holiday with a low impact on the environment, book your spot at Rushmere Farm, a small site with undesignated pitches on the south-western edges of South Downs National Park and about 10 miles north of Portsmouth (25 minutes’ drive). The owners, who grow cereals organically, are available and happy to give a tour of the facilities, so guests can learn more about regenerative farming methods and the oat-based drink produced on site. And if the kids are already groaning at the idea of having to learn anything while on holiday, feel free to reassure them that there are heaps of more child-friendly activities on and around Rushmere Farm. Running around on the camping field, for starters (that works for the family dog, too); getting messy with flour as they help to prepare pizzas for dinner (there’s a pizza oven); or joining a woodworking session. Then there’s the exploration of nearby footpaths and bridlepaths. The surrounding area has no shortage of excellent hiking destinations, with Old Winchester Hill (a nature reserve known for its butterflies and assorted birdlife), plus woodland walks in Catherington Lith Nature Reserve and Forest of Bere, reachable within a 15-minute drive. Then there’s the seaside: pebbly Southsea Beach (35 minutes) is a top spot to sample fish and chips (or an ice cream) and you gaze across the water at the Isle of Wight. The site has basic toilets and showers based in an open-sided building, as well as a washing-up area and a communal fridge-freezer. The nearest shop is a half-mile away (five minutes, or 10 minutes on foot) or, for more choice, you can head into Waterlooville (10 minutes), which also has a handful of pubs and restaurants.

Site type

Touring caravan pitches 1
Motorhome pitches 4
Tent pitches 5
Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 3
Open all year
Opens
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • Group bookings of 3 or more units (e.g. tent, touring caravan, motorhome or accommodation hire) travelling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Group bookings of 8 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Units longer than 8 metres are not allowed.
  • Guests must bring their own duvets, pillows, sheets and towels when staying in rental accommodation. You will not be allowed to stay if you do not bring these items.
  • This is a quiet site: no music is allowed.
  • Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
  • No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.
  • Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
  • There are no bins onsite: all rubbish will need to be taken home with you.
  • There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
  • Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.

Languages spoken

English

Spanish

Pitch types & availability

Other pitch types

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8
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8
Child friendliness
9
Cleanliness
9
Wifi
6

94% would recommend this site to a friend

88% would stay here again

What customers say

This chill farm campsite has lovely views. Guests loved the remote spot, easy pub/shop access, and basic but clean facilities. The communal kitchen (with pizza oven!) added to the good vibes. Some found access tricky or pitches a bit wonky. Still, most enjoyed the quiet and want to come back.

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sean g.

Non-electric grass campervan pitch

Liked The location near what we wanted to go see a couple of nice pubs near by. The view shower and toilet, they were basic but clean and more than adequate. The relaxed feel of the place no check in the owner just popped round later to make sure we found everything ok.

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely Campsite, such a good atmosphere. Huge commune area. Big sense of community…

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8 out of 10
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luke g.

Electric grass campervan pitch

Liked Lovely Campsite, such a good atmosphere.
Huge commune area. Big sense of community with everyone.
Host very attentive, all round great place to visit.
We are already looking to visit again

Recommend to friends Visit again

Peaceful location, friendly vibes, free yoga, communal kitchen and frodge…

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10 out of 10
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Howard P.

Non-electric grass campervan pitch

Liked Peaceful location, friendly vibes, free yoga, communal kitchen and frodge

Disliked None

Recommend to friends Visit again

Rustic, just a field and facilities. Basic but adequate.

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10 out of 10
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Sandra P.

Non-electric grass campervan pitch

Liked This was the closest I could find to be able to attend a funeral 9 miles away, but we were both surprised by how peaceful it was. Beautiful views, peace and quiet. Just as we like it. The showers and toilets are clean and adequate, and we were fine with it, but it is very rustic. Almost wild camping. We loved it and would defiantly go again if we are in that area. We have a VW campervan.

Disliked nothing to dislike

Recommend to friends Visit again

Pleasant enough. Could be better

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Anonymous

Electric grass campervan pitch

Liked Location
Quietness
Rustic with a nice selection of facilities for cooking and utilities

Disliked Lack of any staff owner presence or ability to use electricity. Paid for something we didnt get. Site oddly deserted with all properties on the site bizarrely unlocked??

Recommend to friends Visit again

Really recommend and will be returning soon!

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10 out of 10
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Neil J.

Non-electric grass campervan pitch

Liked The field was the perfect size - not too big.
Beautiful views.
Secluded location, but not far from village shop, pub, cafe.
Friendly, flexible site owners.
Clean facilities with lots of character.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely site. Dog friendly and safe feeling as a solo traveller.

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Very peaceful, only one other camper on site which was perfect for me. There was no staff on site so I just picked a spot myself which was fine. As noted in the description it’s a tiny site with a Shepard’s hut, a yurt and some other accommodation as well. I was lucky that it was just me and one other camper (and my dog!) it may have felt too busy otherwise but that’s just me being introverted and craving wildlife. Loved the outdoor kitchen, loos and shower were clean and the place just has a peaceful welcoming feel. Nice communal place to sit and have a coffee in the yard. Great little community farm fridge at the bottom of the road too for fresh oat milk and veggies. No wifi but had reception. Would definitely return.

Disliked Nothing! Great place

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely peaceful farm.

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8 out of 10
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9
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9
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Donna F.

Non-electric grass campervan pitch

Liked Peaceful farm location, stunning scenery. Lots of tea, coffee, kettles, pizza oven. Clean sinks, toilet and shower. Felt safe there camping alone.

Disliked Scarey narrow lanes to get there, as two main lanes were closed.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Enjoyable stay, would visit again in the future

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8 out of 10
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Anonymous

Electric grass campervan pitch

Liked Lovely peaceful site, basic but clean and adequate facilities

Disliked This is not a dislike, but just to be aware that the left hand electric plug socket for campervans at the back of the barn near the yurt is too close to the external 3 pin plugs - the plugs on the electric supply lead for vans are quite long and there isn’t enough space to fit the plug into the socket because the 3 pin plugs are in the way.

Recommend to friends Visit again

1 girl we met apologising as she didn't know where things were

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Anonymous

Electric grass campervan pitch

Liked Very peaceful, in the middle of nowhere

Disliked Toilet and shower is part of the barn , place looks derelict, spent 1 night then stayed in family grounds , very narrow lanes for motorhomes

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: This campsite is not for everyone and clearly not suitable if you are expecting a touring site. Whilst we are able to drive a combine harvester along all of the lanes, it is narrow in places. I would not describe the barn as derelict, though it is a old cattle shed in which there are 2 toilets and a shower in an open sided barn, as described. If you are looking for a nature friendly campsite with not many other guests we would love to have you, but if you are looking for mod cons you may be better booking somewhere else or one of our cottages.


Features

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 pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Local produce 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 Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

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

Camping 2.0

Jumbo tent pitches

Themes

Budget/backpacker Leave the car at home Peaceful Wild camping

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Communal freezer Communal fridge Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Shop nearby

Type

Farm Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Location

Rushmere Farm

The Cattleyard

Pit Hill Lane

Waterlooville

Hampshire

England

PO7 4SG

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

50.92605°N
1.0734°W

Route directions

If the ground is dry, please drive through the yard (between the cottages and the shepherd's hut) and into the immediate camping field. There, you can choose an area with enough space for seven other people, or if it's cramped, the site will open up the next field. If the ground is wet, please contact the site before driving into the field. Those with campervans can park on the hardstanding in the yard.

Nearest transport

Coach
5.2 km Cowplain Shops
5.2 km Cowplain Shops
5.5 km Precinct
Rail
9 km Rowlands Castle Rail Station
9.3 km Portchester Rail Station
9.4 km Cosham Rail Station
Ferry
12.8 km Portsmouth Continental Ferry Terminal
14.6 km Portsmouth Harbour Station Pier
14.7 km Eastney Ferry Landing
Airport
20.3 km Southampton 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

Attractions and activities nearby include: - Hambledon Vineyard: five minutes’ drive - Sky Park Farm (deer park): 25 minutes - Marwell Zoo: 25 minutes - Portsmouth Historic Dockyard (Nelson’s ‘HMS Victory’, Spinnaker Tower, ferries to the Isle of Wight): 25 minutes - Paultons Park Home of Peppa Pig World: 40 minutes - Broadlands Estate (18th-century mansion): 45 minutes - National Motor Museum, Beaulieu: 55 minutes.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Eastney 15.9 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Southsea East 16.4 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Hillhead 16.4 km Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Beachlands West 16.6 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Lee-On-Solent 16.7 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Portchester Castle 10.2 km

Charles Dickens' Birthplace Museum 13.3 km

Uppark House and Garden 13.4 km

Portsmouth Historic Dockyard 14.3 km

Gunwharf Quays 14.6 km

National Trust

Uppark House and Garden 13 km

Hinton Ampner 14.1 km

Winchester City Mill 22.2 km

Bembridge Windmill 26.8 km

Hindhead Commons and The Devil's Punch Bowl Caf� 31.7 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Hambledon and the Murder Stone 0.9 km

Hambledon - The Birthplace of Cricket 0.9 km

Hambledon - South Downs Way - Monarch's Way 3.3 km

Soberton - Droxford 4.8 km

Horndean - Blendworth - Finchdean - Chalton 5.6 km

Local events

  • CarFest (Friday, 22 August 2025 – Friday, 22 August 2025)

    Basingstoke, England 35 km

  • Arundel Festival (Saturday, 16 August 2025 – Saturday, 16 August 2025)

    Arundel, England 37.2 km

  • Farnborough International Airshow (Monday, 20 July 2026 – Monday, 20 July 2026)

    Farnborough, England 44 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.

Nearest sites

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Rushmere Farm have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Rushmere Farm dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Rushmere Farm? Attractions and activities nearby include: - Hambledon Vineyard: five minutes’ drive - Sky Park Farm (deer park): 25 minutes - Marwell Zoo: 25 minutes - Portsmouth Historic Dockyard (Nelson’s ‘HMS Victory’, Spinnaker … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Rushmere Farm?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  6:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  11:30 a.m.
    Read more
  • How much does it cost to stay at Rushmere Farm? From R463,38 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.