- Camping with Swimming
Campsites with swimming in Moors Valley County Park and Forest
95% (592) • 666 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds in Moors Valley County Park and Forest
Sweet Hill Farm
1. Sweet Hill Farm
94%
(330)
Isle Of Portland, England · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Simple, almost-wild, seaside camping on the Isle of Portland
Pets
Campfires
Showers
Stowford Manor Farm Campsite
2. Stowford Manor Farm Campsite
87%
(54)
Trowbridge, England · 51 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
We are a family run farm situated in the beautiful Frome valley. The farm has a range of interests from the traditional Jersey milking cows to a community of workshops used by local craftsmen. The cafe serves cream teas from Easter to the end of September and pizzas are sold in evenings during the summer months.
Ours is a small family run camp site with the River Frome on one side, next to the medieval buildings of Stowford Farm. The river is suitable for fishing, boating, swimming and paddling. Historic Bradford-on-Avon is only a 5 minute drive and the City of Bath 15 minutes. For those who enjoy more rural pleasures, 200 metres from the campsite Farleigh Hungerford boasts the only river swimming club in the country, and you can become an instant member for a very small fee.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
The Old Airfield
3. The Old Airfield
85%
(143)
Burley, England · 114 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
A New Forest airfield that's been overtaken by nature, less than 10 minutes' drive from the coast
Pets
Campfires
Showers
Bredy Farm
4. Bredy Farm
88%
(79)
Bridport, England · 31 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Back-to-basics camping on a Dorset farm with a party vibe at weekends
Pets
Campfires
Showers
Small Trees Campsite
5. Small Trees Campsite
97%
(39)
West Wellow, England · 30 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A small, campfire-friendly and dog-friendly campsite with approachable hosts
Pets
Campfires
Showers
Hardyes Countryside Camping
6. Hardyes Countryside Camping
96%
(52)
Weymouth, England · 35 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Camping in a Dorset field between Dorchester and the Jurassic coast.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Showers
Glamping Retreat & Campsite
7. Glamping Retreat & Campsite
95%
(10)
Ryde, England · 16 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Retro Staycations near Ryde on the Isle of Wight
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Snelling Farm Campsite
8. Snelling Farm Campsite
99%
(169)
Wareham, England · 70 units · Tents, Motorhomes
An amazingly green, natural feel and care-free atmosphere near the Dorset coast
Pets
Campfires
Showers
Feltham’s Farm Cheese Barn
9. Feltham’s Farm Cheese Barn
100%
(8)
Shepton Mallet, England · 1 unit
Farm stays on a Somerset smallholding with a cheese dairy
Pets
Showers
Campfires
Flowerdew Farm
10. Flowerdew Farm
100%
(18)
Bridport, England · 14 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Bell tents and camping with alpacas near Dorset’s Jurassic Coast
Pets
Campfires
Showers
Harry's Field New Forest
11. Harry's Field New Forest
92%
(60)
Fordingbridge, England · 63 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Family-friendly, traditional New Forest camping with a pub next door and footpaths leading directly from the gateway
Pets
Campfires
Showers
The Yellow Submarine!
12. The Yellow Submarine!
100%
(1)
England · 1 unit
Stay in the only Yellow Submarine Glamping in the UK!
Our Yellow Submarine is comfy and cosy and lots of interactive fun. Its a unique, magical (and totally land-based!) experience!
The Yellow Submarine is complete with Radar, Giant Octopus Detector, Shark Warning System, Anti-Whale-Bump technology and a special cool space for Mums' wine. There are buttons to press, and knobs and dials and gauges and lights and real portholes. Look through the Periscope to check for any Sharks, Whales, Dolphins and Sea Monsters lurking nearby. There's a Galley Kitchen with Hob, Fridge, Sink, Crockery, Cutlery, and all the bits and bobs you'll need. Outside you'll find a BBQ & Firepit.
When not deep under the Ocean, you'll find the Yellow Submarine at Petruth Paddocks - the best fun Free-Range Camping in Somerset. The vibe is as chilled as a rather good Prosecco thanks to the cucumber-cool Jules and the team there. There's a Family Field with an activity area where kids are free to clamber on old cable reels, sleepers, tractor tyres and an old Land Rover.
You’ll find a great food shack serving delicious Paninis, Loaded Chips, Baked Potatoes, and brekky rolls in the morning and get your caffeine hit with proper coffee, or great tea, iced milkshakes and hot choccy! Veggy / dairy free available too!
‘Kev the Ice-Man’ has the most delicious flavours of Marshfield’s Ice Cream, and the most wonderful Stone-Baked Pizzas are on Friday evenings from June - end August with Vegan & dairy-free options available.
A small shop in Reception sells the essentials - drinks, snacks, toiletries and a few other bits and bobs!
In the Village nearby;
6 great Restaurants
5 lovely Take-aways (some deliver)
8 fabulous pubs plus lots more a short drive away
Local stores, farm shops, supermarkets
In the area;
Buses, Bike / E-Bike hire, Taxis, Trains
9 Gorgeous Beaches
Marshes, Lakes, Cheddar Gorge, Wookey Hole, RSPB / Nature Reserves,
Animal Parks and Zoos, Landscaped Gardens,
Culture, Historical Landmarks and the Paranormal! Whooooooo!
Local activities;
A Shooting Range, Yachting, Kayaking, Horse Trekking, Alpaca Experiences,
Activity Centres, Ballooning, Gliding, Racing, Karting, a Steam Railway
Walking, Running, Cycling, River activities, Wild Swimming, Carboot and Local Market, Cakery, Softplay, Gym and Leisure Centre… Phew!
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
Great Cotmarsh Farm
13. Great Cotmarsh Farm
100%
(17)
Swindon, England · 6 units · Tents, Glamping
Nature isn't tidy so expect some wilderness when you visit. We manage Great Cotmarsh Farm in a way that helps nature flourish and our small campsite, with panoramic views of the Marlborough Downs, is managed to the same philosophy. Small and quiet, tucked away in the Wiltshire countryside our campsite is arranged around pathways and pitches mown into one of our fields for Spring and Summertime. Bring your own tent to share our little slice of heaven.
Sleep under canvas and enjoy the pleasures of campfires and proper outdoor cooking. We have our own delicious 100% pasture fed lamb and beef to buy for hearty evening meals and a pizza oven for your to make the best tasting stonebaked pizzas with bases provided. When you visit you can say hello to our stunning native breed cattle and sheep and explore our wonderful, species diverse pasture. If you are after the kind of holiday where you can have fun outdoors, nourish yourself with delicious food and discover your connection to nature - Great Cotmarsh Farm is the perfect place to come and stay.
Whether you're an outdoor adventurer, foodie fanatic or love touring historic homes and gardens, Wiltshire and the surrounding area has tons on offer and we will provide you with a welcome pack full of useful information. If you want to keep your stay super local, there are footpaths leading off the farm into local meadows and up onto the Marlborough Downs, including access up onto the White Horse Trail. Within walking or quick cycling distance of the farm is the fantastic Broad Town Brewery and Hop Garden where you can enjoy locally brewed ales and street food vendors at the weekends.
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
Paddington Farm
14. Paddington Farm
93%
(37)
Glastonbury, England · 20 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A simple campsite at the foot of Glastonbury Tor
Pets
Campfires
Showers
Harry's Meadow
15. Harry's Meadow
97%
(81)
Fordingbridge, England · 51 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Back-to-basics camping with campfires in a spacious wildflower meadow, set on a beautiful New Forest estate
Pets
Campfires
Showers
Haddon Copse Farm
16. Haddon Copse Farm
99%
(43)
Woodrow, England · 8 units · Tents, Glamping
Simple camping and glamping in an unspoilt location with glorious views of the Dorset Downs
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
Walnut Farm Glamping
17. Walnut Farm Glamping
98%
(42)
Bridport, England · 7 units
Cosy en-suite yurts with acres of space, campfires, a hot tub and wild swimming on site.
Pets
Showers
Campfires
Hadspen Glamping
18. Hadspen Glamping
100%
(2)
Castle Cary, England · 3 units
Safari lodges for top-end, eco-friendly glamping in Somerset
Showers
Hot Tub
Potable water
Romantic Country Glamping
19. Romantic Country Glamping
92%
(13)
Bradford On Avon, England · 2 units
A pair of self-contained glamping getaways in Wiltshire
Pets
Showers
Campfires
Ninham Country Holidays
20. Ninham Country Holidays
100%
(32)
Shanklin, England · 16 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A stunning, family-friendly campsite on the stunning, family-friendly Isle of Wight
Pets
Electrical hookup
Showers
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
Jayne
2 weeks ago
3 m campervan
With pets
Lovely level campsite with wildlife and wild swimming. Very friendly and charming hosts, and great atmosphere. Some lovely walks in a beautiful area and friendly locals. Will definitely visit again and recommend.
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Bev
September 2026
3 m campervan
fantastic place very friendly ppl an very eco friendly an just how we like it no over top posh thing basic but amazing definitely come bk stayed 2 nites in our camper
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Jeanne
September 2026
4 m campervan
Lovely site without too much there! Fabulous views near to coast walks
See moreLauren
September 2026
Tent
We loved our stay. Everyone was so helpful & friendly. The weekend pizza was delicious! And the coffee van in the mornings a great addition!
We love wild swimming so the direct access into the river was a real selling point for us, and it did not disappoint!
Loved the ducks and cat wandering round and coming to say hello.
Overall, a really great stay and we will be returning with the kids in tow next time!
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sajcollyer
September 2026
Tent
With pets
A really well kept and thoughtfully set up campsite. Excellent compost loos, lovely ladies managing the site.We stayed in Oak Tree Field. It's a huge space with no nooks and crannies for camping in so doesn't feel very initimate. Everyone staying on the site was super friendly which isn't always the case...it draws a good type of camper who really looks after stuff. The washing up area was always left spotless. Not always hot water in showers as some solar though the electric ones were nice and again very clean. Only negatives were it's location in an emergency.. we had to call the RAC while there and it was really hard to get the location info to them! Also phone signal on EE is non existent...vodafone seesm better. Just for those of you not lucky enough to be able to not answer work/elderly parents calls. Would definitely return!
See moreMalcolm
September 2026
4 m campervan
With pets
Plenty of room on site. Nice hot
Showers and adequate facilities.
See moreKaren
August 2026
Tent
With kids
Lovely campsite, great to have the farmshop open daily and Saturday night Pizza van! The kids loved playing on the slides and swings. Great location with lots to do nearby.
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Stephanie
August 2026
4 m campervan
With kids
The rustic feel was nice, having ponies and alpacas to look at was sweet. The site really is just a farm with a very small shop, basic but everything you need.
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Thea
August 2026
Tent
With kids
So much space!! Toilets and showers so clean, shower was always hot and loved the feeling of showering outside (privately)! 😂
Lots of children so my lot were entertained all week. Took a day trip to durdle door / Lulworth cove, well worth it.
Walk to the ford and then onto the walled garden and cafe filled a day.
Little shop for milk and ice cream is a nice touch. Can also freeze your ice blocks
Would highly recommend :-)
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Gaby
August 2026
4 m campervan
With pets
I loved my overnight stay at Small Trees! The owners were so lovely, made me and my pup Ezra feel very welcome and safe. The facilities were very clean and some of the best campsite ones I’ve come across. The campsite itself was spacious, tidy and the dark sky at night was beautiful. They run a brilliant set up. I would love them to be open for more than 2.5 weeks as I’d definitely spend a lot of the year visiting as it’s the perfect space for a reset and to enjoy a peaceful few days! Will definitely be back next year. Thank you again so much!
See moreTanya
August 2026
Tent
We loved camping here for 5 nights! The setting is very peaceful, with lots of space, and the best view of the Tor! The toilers and showers were ideal.
It's a beautiful 35 minute walk into Glastonbury town, and about the same to Glastonbury tor.
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Clare
August 2026
4 m campervan
With pets
Brilliant site, basic with great facilities. Lots of space, eco friendly, fun for kids. All you need
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Ashton
August 2026
Tent
The pitch was a great size, and it was lovely having the car next to us. The showers and toilets were also very clean. Highly recommend!
See morePolly
August 2026
6 m campervan
With kids
Great site, especially for kids. It was very sociable for them with the straw bale slide and swings.
See morebyron
August 2026
6 m campervan
With kids
A beautiful site. Family friendly with electric and non electric pitches. We had a wonderful time and would recommend a stay!
See moreJessica
August 2026
Tent
With kids
Our stay at Snellings Farm was wonderful! It’s an absolutely beautiful camp with ample space. Having the choice of pitch was brilliant, we were able to watch our children play from camp.
The staff at Snelling’s were so lovely! They made us feel so welcome. The Shepards hut shop was great and we were lucky enough to be there for Saturday night, where a great pizza van came which made beautiful food. Our children especially enjoyed the mini pancakes.
A ten minutes walk (with three children!) down the lane is the Ford which is an lovely spot for the children to paddle. There are loads of cool things to enjoy near by. But our favourite thing to do was take in the view at camp.
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Thomas
August 2026
Tent
With kids
Lovely field with spacious pitches. Great to have some cooking amenities, nice showers and toilets close to camping. Welcoming host and very handy having some food options on site.
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eajt86
July 2026
5 m campervan
Excellent site! Amazing views to wake up to on a morning. Lovely walk down to the lighthouse, could see the sunset and the moon rise at the same time.
Will definitely be back.
Didn't try the showers, but they looked pretty good. Although charging a quid for 3 minutes seems pretty tight for hot water. Maybe like 5 mins would give time for a better wash.
Toilets in our field were portaloos which were alright, not the best, but did the job and were cleaned and topped up. Might be better with a couple of extra considering the size of the field.
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Tracey
July 2026
Tent
With pets
Just got back from a 3 night stay at Bredy Farm. We stayed in the Orchard and found it to be peaceful and relaxing. The restaurant was sadly not open Sunday/Monday/Tuesday nights but it looked beautiful. Compost loos in the mead field were fine and the outdoor showers were rustic but worked well. Our dog loved jumping in the steam that runs between the fields and it was great to have a campfire and do some star gazing with no light pollution. We had a really great time and recommend the campsite for a peaceful break Sunday-midweek.
Apparently Friday/Saturdays have a very different party vibe!!!
See moreCharlotte
July 2026
Tent
With pets
If you like space, this site is fab. We were also able to camp to avoid the morning sun on our tent which meant no more getting up at 6am!! Facilities clean and the kids loved the rope swing and tyre swing.
See moreMoors Valley County Park and Forest camping guide
Notable campgrounds
- Best for peace and quiet: Back of Beyond has grass pitches, hard-standing, glamping options, and wild camping in the woods. It’s adults-only, plus there’s a dog park and lake.
- Best for a family camping holiday: Red Shoot Camping Park is less than a 20-minute drive, within the New Forest National Park, and has self-catering huts, kids’ play areas, and a family pub right next door.
- Best for riverside camping: Woolsbridge Manor Farm has spacious tent and caravan pitches, all within walking distance of the park.
Tips for snagging a campsite
- Campsites and caravan sites near Moor Valley can book up quickly, especially in July and August, and during school holidays. Early bookings are essential—up six months in advance for the most popular sites.
- You will need to pay a deposit to secure your campsite reservation; some sites ask for the full payment prior to arrival.
- Be sure to check seasonal opening and closing dates, which vary by campsite. Many campsites open from March through October only.
When to go
Summer is peak season, but Moors Valley fills up with families on weekends and school holidays throughout the year. Make an early start if visiting at these times and book activities in advance to avoid disappointment. Walking and cycling are possible year-round, but other activities depend on the season. The steam railway runs from May through early September, while fishing on the lake is permitted from June through March.
Know before you go
- Moors Valley County Park and Forest is located in Hampshire, just west of the New Forest National Park. It’s about a 20-minute drive or bus ride from Bournemouth.
- You can explore the park on foot or rent a bike.
- The park has a café, kiosk, gift shop, and Visitor Centre.
- Moors Valley has several accessible trails, and wheelchairs and mobility scooters available to hire.
