- Camping with Wildlife watching
Wildlife-watching campsites in North Wessex Downs AONB
96% (765) • 1,448 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds in North Wessex Downs AONB
Cotswolds Camping at Holycombe
1. Cotswolds Camping at Holycombe
95%
(165)
Warwickshire, England · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Think Countryfile meets Time Team. Camping in six-acres of unspoiled Cotswold countryside, built in the grounds of a Norman castle.
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The T Barn
2. The T Barn
99%
(95)
Cirencester, England · 17 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Bell tents and shepherd’s huts with hot tubs on a picturesque Cotswolds farm near Cirencester
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Woodlands Camping
3. Woodlands Camping
97%
(116)
Ropley, England · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A back-to-basics campsite in the South Downs National Park
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Abbey Home Farm
4. Abbey Home Farm
94%
(225)
Cirencester, England · 21 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Eco-camping for real. Cooking on an open fire. Unspoilt natural beauty.
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Tom's Field (New Forest)
5. Tom's Field (New Forest)
99%
(44)
Fordingbridge, England · 40 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Small, family-run camping in the New Forest National Park, brought about by popular demand
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Haywards Bridge Farm
6. Haywards Bridge Farm
80%
(15)
Shillingstone,, England · 99 units · Tents, Motorhomes
We are a Riverside Wild Camp site. A five acre small until recently growing sustainable vegetables and wild flowers, hosting camping and events, nestled beneath Hambledon Hillfort on the bank of the Stour. We have access to the North Dorset trailway at our entrance, our neighbours are the North Dorset Railway, a museum, cafe and soon to be working line, all under preservation and within 50 yards walk, the mighty Hambledon hill is a great trek with breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside, for those looking to relax Bournemouth and Weymouth beaches are less than 30 miles, for shoppers Salisbury to the East or Bath just over an hour to the North, there really is something for everyone!
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Pitchcott Farm
7. Pitchcott Farm
92%
(31)
Aylesbury, England · 11 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Nearly wild, back-to-nature camping on a regenerative farm in Buckinghamshire
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Sindles Farm Glamping and Camping
8. Sindles Farm Glamping and Camping
100%
(18)
Emsworth · 9 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
We are a small, friendly site on a working farm in the beautiful South Downs National Park. We have shepherds huts, bell tents and a land pod in an old sheep paddock, all with private fire pits. We’re surrounded by footpaths and bridleways that can be explored all day, and 10 minutes drive from the sea. We also have a small grass-pitch campsite that opens in the summer for tents and camper vans.
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Small Trees Campsite
9. Small Trees Campsite
97%
(38)
West Wellow, England · 30 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A small, campfire-friendly and dog-friendly campsite with approachable hosts
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Harry's Field New Forest
10. Harry's Field New Forest
92%
(61)
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
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The Old Airfield
11. 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
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Huckleberry Farm
12. Huckleberry Farm
82%
(17)
Bletchingdon, England · 5 units · Tents, Glamping
A back-to-basics campsite that’s well placed for visiting Oxford and the Cotswolds
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Wild Camping in the Cotswolds
13. Wild Camping in the Cotswolds
100%
(64)
Aldsworth, England · 1 unit · Tent, Motorhome
Nearly wild camping with acres of space hired on an exclusive basis
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Wolford Wood Camping & Cabins
14. Wolford Wood Camping & Cabins
98%
(32)
Moreton In Marsh, England · 10 units
Family camping in a Cotswolds wildflower meadow beside an ancient woodland and SSSI
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Camping at Brandiers Farm
15. Camping at Brandiers Farm
88%
(12)
Upper Minety, England · 2 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Bucolic rural glamping in a beautiful natural beauty spot on the borders of Wiltshire and Gloucestershire.
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Hollington Park Glamping
16. Hollington Park Glamping
96%
(14)
Woolton Hill, England · 5 units
Pod and bell tent glamping in woodland on the edge of the North Wessex Downs
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Great Cotmarsh Farm
17. 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.
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Fernwood Glamping (New Forest)
18. Fernwood Glamping (New Forest)
100%
(22)
New Forest, England · 2 units
Secluded, peaceful glamping on the edge of the New Forest
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Quaint Farm in a National Park
19. Quaint Farm in a National Park
100%
(32)
Liphook, England · 2 units
Our 17 acre Farm is set deep within the beautiful South Downs National Park on the outskirts of the quiet village of Milland (near Liphook) in rural West Sussex (close to its border with Hampshire and Surrey). We have direct access to an excellent bridleway and footpath network through peaceful open countryside and quiet lanes as well as being on the Serpent Tail and close to the South Downs Way.
Our Glamping Pod and Shepherd's Hut are available to book all year round. We also offer stabling if you would like to take your horses or ponies on holiday with you!
Milland village (0.8 miles) has the Rising Sun pub, serving great food and drink, and Milland Stores, which stocks all your essential fresh and local produce as well as having a small cafe.
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Camping By The River
20. Camping By The River
100%
(1)
Abingdon, England · 2 units
Join us in our luxury, fully kitted-out bell tents on our secluded off grid campsite. With just eight bell tents (each tent sleeping 6), you can enjoy unrestricted views of the river Thames or perhaps explore the adjacent woodland. If you book all tents you have over 3 acres to stay in with exclusive use for your group.
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Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Hepzibah
6 days ago
Weekend Trip to Quaint Farm in a National Park
Our weekend getaway at Matt’s farm was nothing less than perfect. The surroundings are private, beautiful and peaceful and the hut itself is lovely - very tastefully decorated and comfortable. We were really impressed by the attention to detail, and the special extra touches such as marshmallows for the fire were really appreciated! There is a lovely pub and farm shop just 20 min walk away, and Matt suggested a walk around the forest and nearby monastery which was lovely. We were sad to leave and would absolutely come back! The sheep at the bottom of the garden were the highlight - they were so sweet and loved being scratched! Thank you Matt for a wonderful stay!
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Thomas
1 week ago
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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Julia
2 weeks ago
With kids
Claire’s land is very beautiful and peaceful. Our tent was in a little clearing in the wood which gave us privacy and an outlook of mature trees. The Bedouin tent was spacious, well equipped and very comfortable. Claire was very helpful and approachable. We immediately felt welcome and well looked after.
This site is in a beautiful part of Berkshire with lots of activities for everyone. I wholeheartedly recommend this site.
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Matt
2 weeks ago
Tent
Absolutely stunning site, very nice views and private pitches, hammocks were excellent and facilities were clean and well hidden away, only downside was it very noisy with a nearby church going off all night but they do provide free ear plugs which helps
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Daya
2 weeks ago
Tent
With kids
The campsite is set in a beautiful hidden valley with only several pitches. Loved having our own fire pit. Climbed the hill over the campsite for gorgeous views! Very quiet and serene.
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guy
2 weeks ago
Tent
Great location. No one else there. Lovely pub near by. Fabulous.
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Niklas
2 weeks ago
5 m campervan
Lovely quiet setting by River Stiour. Next to cafe at Shillingstone Railway Station. Clean toilet. 10 min walk to pub. Gorgeous scenery. Definitely going again.
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Niklas
2 weeks ago
5 m campervan
Really welcoming host and perfect rural location . Next to cafe at Shillingstone old railway station and right next to bridleway so great for cycling and walking
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Katie
3 weeks ago
4 m pop-up camper
A beautiful, peaceful and safe campsite with great facilities! The perfect spot for my first solo camping trip ☺️
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Tom
3 weeks ago
Tent
Group trip
We had another lovely visit to Trotters Farm. This was our third visit and we love the amazing views, lovely sunsets and having the entire place to ourselves. So peaceful and a lovely getaway! We are trying to get another visit in before the end of the summer!
Thanks Peter and Celia for being great hosts.
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chris
3 weeks ago
5 m pop-up camper
Nice size pitch , facilities were good, host was friendly and approachable I liked it that much I booked an other night!
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Jonathan
3 weeks ago
Weekend Trip to Quaint Farm in a National Park
Beautiful Shepherd's Hut, fully kitted out with everything we needed. Was private and a beautiful location. Friendly welcome then we were left to our own devices which is exactly what we wanted. Thanks for a great trip.
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Sabina
July 2026
Tent
Spacious pitches, good area and nice extras (fridge, freezer, pizza doughs, ice cream etc). Thanks for hosting
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Melanie
July 2026
4 nights at Quaint Farm in a National Park
Stunning location, excellent host - stayed in the shepherds hut - it’s stunning and super clean
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Oliver
July 2026
Tent
Very nice pitches and welcoming people, would stay again!
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Becky
June 2026
With kids
Fantastic. We had the best weekend here. Claire provides everything you could need and more which makes the entire experience so much easier, especially with kids. Bathrooms and tents were really clean, all facilities in great shape. Grounds are beautiful with plenty of big old trees and space to explore. Claire was super kind and helpful and even let our kids hold her ducklings which was a real highlight for them. Would absolutely recommend and hope to return!
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James
June 2026
Tent
Lovely quiet campsite, small secluded pitches and great amenities.
One negative not related to the site would be the local church. Church bells ringing all through the night was not ideal.
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luna
June 2026
5 m pop-up camper
Camping with campervan
Facilities great ,showers toilet and washing up area all clean nice touch to have access to microwave kettle and fridge and freezer would book again ,
Spacious pitch a few options to choose from ,
Quiet camping! fellow campers read the memo ! The hosts werent on site at the time I am was there , church bells do chime throughout the night earplugs are provided ,
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Rosie
June 2026
5 m pop-up camper
Very calm and relaxed campsite, with excellent facilities. I felt refreshed on leaving.
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Louise
June 2026
Tent
Group trip
We loved this campsite! Great set up, with good amenities and Katie was great answering all our questions!
See moreNorth Wessex Downs AONB camping guide
Where to go
Wiltshire
Most of the North Wessex Downs lie within Wiltshire, where you can hike, cycle, or horseback ride across open chalklands. Visit the UNESCO-listed Avebury stone circle, explore the Great West Way heritage trail, or marvel at the Wiltshire White Horses, giant chalk drawings etched onto the hillsides. To the south, the world-famous Stonehenge is an easy detour, and there are more hiking opportunities in the surrounding Salisbury Plains.
Hampshire
Downton Abbey fans won’t want to miss a visit to Highclere Castle—the real-life Downton Abbey—in the southeast corner of North Wessex Downs. Explore the surrounding farmlands by bike, stop off at pretty Hampshire villages, or stay at quiet country campgrounds. To the south, the cathedral city of Winchester and the New Forest National Park are less than an hour’s drive.
Berkshire
Newbury and Reading are the gateways to the eastern downlands, where the hillside towns are dotted with thatched-roof cottages and traditional pubs. Take a leisurely boat cruise along the Kent & Avon Canal, stop to browse the markets in Hungerford, or hike the 20-mile Lambourn Valley Way.
Oxfordshire
The northern borders of the North Wessex Downs spill over into Oxfordshire, where highlights include the market town of Wantage and the Uffington White Horse. Continue north to visit the university city of Oxford or take a road trip along the winding country lanes of the Cotswolds, another AONB.
