- Camping with Wildlife watching
Wildlife-watching campsites near Fordingbridge
95% (836) • 327 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Fordingbridge
Harry's Field New Forest
1. Harry's Field New Forest
92%
(60)
3.1km from Fordingbridge · 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
from
£32
/ night
Tom's Field (New Forest)
2. Tom's Field (New Forest)
99%
(44)
4.2km from Fordingbridge · 40 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Small, family-run camping in the New Forest National Park, brought about by popular demand
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£35
/ night
Fernwood Glamping (New Forest)
3. Fernwood Glamping (New Forest)
100%
(21)
8.4km from Fordingbridge · 2 units
Secluded, peaceful glamping on the edge of the New Forest
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from
£80
/ night
Small Trees Campsite
4. Small Trees Campsite
97%
(38)
19km from Fordingbridge · 33 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A small, campfire-friendly and dog-friendly campsite with approachable hosts
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£12
/ night
Farrs Meadow
5. Farrs Meadow
96%
(141)
20km from Fordingbridge · 31 units · Tents, Glamping
A charming Dorset campsite overlooking the Stour Valley and a short walk from both the river and the market town of Wimborne Minster
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£35
/ night
Cholderton Estate, near Stonehenge
6. Cholderton Estate, near Stonehenge
90%
(20)
30km from Fordingbridge · 3 units
Quirky accommodation on a 2,500-acre nature-filled estate, just 15 minutes from Stonehenge
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£128
/ night
Haddon Copse Farm
7. Haddon Copse Farm
99%
(49)
39km from Fordingbridge · 11 units · Tents, Glamping
Simple camping and glamping in an unspoilt location with glorious views of the Dorset Downs
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from
£14
/ night
Snelling Farm Campsite
8. Snelling Farm Campsite
99%
(140)
41km from Fordingbridge · 70 units · Tents, Motorhomes
An amazingly green, natural feel and care-free atmosphere near the Dorset coast
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£20
/ night
Frome Meadow Campsite
9. Frome Meadow Campsite
93%
(167)
42km from Fordingbridge · 114 units
A magical riverside retreat near Dorset’s Jurassic Coast
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£14
/ night
Pop Up Outwest
10. Pop Up Outwest
100%
(11)
48km from Fordingbridge · 33 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Back to basics, summer-only camping in a farmer’s field in Wiltshire
Pets
Campfires
Water hookup
from
£15
/ night
Bridgewood Camping - Woodland camps
11. Bridgewood Camping - Woodland camps
97%
(33)
48km from Fordingbridge · 5 units · Tents, Glamping
Nearly wild woodland camping in Dorset
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£30
/ night
Glamping Retreat & Campsite
12. Glamping Retreat & Campsite
95%
(10)
50km from Fordingbridge · 17 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Retro Staycations near Ryde on the Isle of Wight
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
from
£19
/ night
Woodlands Camping
13. Woodlands Camping
97%
(104)
51km from Fordingbridge · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A back-to-basics campsite in the South Downs National Park
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£27
/ night
Romantic Country Glamping
14. Romantic Country Glamping
92%
(12)
52km from Fordingbridge · 2 units
A pair of self-contained glamping getaways in Wiltshire
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£110
/ night
Hollington Park Glamping
15. Hollington Park Glamping
95%
(11)
55km from Fordingbridge · 6 units
Pod and bell tent glamping in woodland on the edge of the North Wessex Downs
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£105
/ night
Hardyes Countryside Camping
16. Hardyes Countryside Camping
98%
(43)
58km from Fordingbridge · 35 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Camping in a Dorset field between Dorchester and the Jurassic coast.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Showers
from
£25
/ night
Sindles Farm Glamping and Camping
17. Sindles Farm Glamping and Camping
100%
(14)
62km from Fordingbridge · 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.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£32
/ night
Sweet Hill Farm
18. Sweet Hill Farm
94%
(296)
64km from Fordingbridge · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Simple, almost-wild, seaside camping on the Isle of Portland
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£12
/ night
Great Cotmarsh Farm
19. Great Cotmarsh Farm
100%
(13)
66km from Fordingbridge · 7 units
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
from
£41
/ night
Flowerdew Farm
20. Flowerdew Farm
100%
(18)
66km from Fordingbridge · 23 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Bell tents and camping with alpacas near Dorset’s Jurassic Coast
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£27
/ night
95% (836) • 327 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Fordingbridge
Harry's Field New Forest
1. Harry's Field New Forest
92%
(60)
3.1km from Fordingbridge · 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
from
£32
/ night
Tom's Field (New Forest)
2. Tom's Field (New Forest)
99%
(44)
4.2km from Fordingbridge · 40 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Small, family-run camping in the New Forest National Park, brought about by popular demand
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£35
/ night
Fernwood Glamping (New Forest)
3. Fernwood Glamping (New Forest)
100%
(21)
8.4km from Fordingbridge · 2 units
Secluded, peaceful glamping on the edge of the New Forest
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from
£80
/ night
Small Trees Campsite
4. Small Trees Campsite
97%
(38)
19km from Fordingbridge · 33 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A small, campfire-friendly and dog-friendly campsite with approachable hosts
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£12
/ night
Farrs Meadow
5. Farrs Meadow
96%
(141)
20km from Fordingbridge · 31 units · Tents, Glamping
A charming Dorset campsite overlooking the Stour Valley and a short walk from both the river and the market town of Wimborne Minster
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£35
/ night
Cholderton Estate, near Stonehenge
6. Cholderton Estate, near Stonehenge
90%
(20)
30km from Fordingbridge · 3 units
Quirky accommodation on a 2,500-acre nature-filled estate, just 15 minutes from Stonehenge
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£128
/ night
Haddon Copse Farm
7. Haddon Copse Farm
99%
(49)
39km from Fordingbridge · 11 units · Tents, Glamping
Simple camping and glamping in an unspoilt location with glorious views of the Dorset Downs
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from
£14
/ night
Snelling Farm Campsite
8. Snelling Farm Campsite
99%
(140)
41km from Fordingbridge · 70 units · Tents, Motorhomes
An amazingly green, natural feel and care-free atmosphere near the Dorset coast
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£20
/ night
Frome Meadow Campsite
9. Frome Meadow Campsite
93%
(167)
42km from Fordingbridge · 114 units
A magical riverside retreat near Dorset’s Jurassic Coast
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£14
/ night
Pop Up Outwest
10. Pop Up Outwest
100%
(11)
48km from Fordingbridge · 33 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Back to basics, summer-only camping in a farmer’s field in Wiltshire
Pets
Campfires
Water hookup
from
£15
/ night
Bridgewood Camping - Woodland camps
11. Bridgewood Camping - Woodland camps
97%
(33)
48km from Fordingbridge · 5 units · Tents, Glamping
Nearly wild woodland camping in Dorset
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£30
/ night
Glamping Retreat & Campsite
12. Glamping Retreat & Campsite
95%
(10)
50km from Fordingbridge · 17 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Retro Staycations near Ryde on the Isle of Wight
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
from
£19
/ night
Woodlands Camping
13. Woodlands Camping
97%
(104)
51km from Fordingbridge · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A back-to-basics campsite in the South Downs National Park
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£27
/ night
Romantic Country Glamping
14. Romantic Country Glamping
92%
(12)
52km from Fordingbridge · 2 units
A pair of self-contained glamping getaways in Wiltshire
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£110
/ night
Hollington Park Glamping
15. Hollington Park Glamping
95%
(11)
55km from Fordingbridge · 6 units
Pod and bell tent glamping in woodland on the edge of the North Wessex Downs
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£105
/ night
Hardyes Countryside Camping
16. Hardyes Countryside Camping
98%
(43)
58km from Fordingbridge · 35 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Camping in a Dorset field between Dorchester and the Jurassic coast.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Showers
from
£25
/ night
Sindles Farm Glamping and Camping
17. Sindles Farm Glamping and Camping
100%
(14)
62km from Fordingbridge · 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.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£32
/ night
Sweet Hill Farm
18. Sweet Hill Farm
94%
(296)
64km from Fordingbridge · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Simple, almost-wild, seaside camping on the Isle of Portland
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£12
/ night
Great Cotmarsh Farm
19. Great Cotmarsh Farm
100%
(13)
66km from Fordingbridge · 7 units
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
from
£41
/ night
Flowerdew Farm
20. Flowerdew Farm
100%
(18)
66km from Fordingbridge · 23 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Bell tents and camping with alpacas near Dorset’s Jurassic Coast
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£27
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Sarah
January 2026
3 nights at Romantic Country Glamping
Absolute perfection! Everything anyone could need and fantastic hosts. Warm and snug even during freezing temperatures. Cannot wait to return.
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Andy
October 2025
With kids
Really nice unit, cosy, but with all mod cons for a couple of nights.
Get the hot tub option, you will regret it otherwise!
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April
October 2025
Tent
Lovely short walk to the lighthouses and great flat ground for camping. The team were super friendly and helpful when are car battery died!
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Angela
October 2025
4 m Class B
With pets
I have always loved Sweet Hill Farm. It’s a lovely relaxed campsite with sea views and amazing walks nearby. Also, being able to have a camp fire is fantastic. The showers are brilliant too.
The only disappointment for me this year is that the compost loos have been replaced with horrible portaloos! Please bring back compost loos, they are so much nicer!
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Victoria
October 2025
5 m Class B
What an amazing spot in nature! This was an incredible getaway, such a quiet and natural space with birds, surrounded by trees and the very nearby woodlands which are covered in mushrooms, more than we could count! It was so peaceful, we loved the natural space and eco-friendly touches. We definitely want to return again! It was magical!
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Abi
October 2025
5 m car
Really great site. Managed really well. Amazing spot in the woods and plenty of space between yourself and other campers.
Firepits are provided and you can buy wood for fires if you need.
There are some great walks nearby and plenty of stargazing!
Would really recommend this site. Had a really wonderful weekend here.
(There is a closing time of 7pm which is to be aware of and not being able to enter after that point so just something to be aware if traffic or travelling far after work.)
The toilets, eco and flushing, were really good. Didn't use the showers so cant say!
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Crystal
October 2025
With pets
We had a really lovely stay in the Bustard Hut. It was peaceful, quaint, and beautifully designed. The interior was unique and thoughtfully put together, and the hut had great facilities considering its limited kitchen space.
The little touches like the marshmallows, bread, and condiments were very much appreciated.
The only downsides were that the hut wasn’t quite as private as it appeared in the pictures, as we could see and be seen by the neighbouring hut from the hot tub, which wasn’t quite what we imagined. Also, there weren’t any trolleys available on arrival, so there was a lot of back and forth with bags since you can’t park next to the hut.
A few things that would be useful to have are some barbecue tools and maybe a fire mitt, as we had to use kitchen utensils to manage the fire. Overall, we had a lovely stay and really enjoyed the thoughtful touches throughout.
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Katie
October 2025
Tent
With pets
We very much enjoyed the peace and quiet of the location. Rustic and basic, very much as advertised.
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Mark
September 2025
Tent
This was my first time camping here and I will definitely return again.
Whilst SatNav got me most of the way, the directions on Hipcamp made the last little bit of the journey much easier.
I was welcomed warmly at the well-stocked little cafe, and given a map to show my how to get to the field I pitched in. The tracks on-site are full of large potholes - so definitely something to be mindful of, especially if you have extremely low-suspension on your car! However, take it slow and easy and all is well here.
I had the most amazing view, from where I pitched up, over to Portland Bill lighthouse. Both sunset and sunrise were stunning.
Facilities here are extremely basic - but it’s enough for those that simply need to get away from life for a while and sleep under the stars without all the creature comforts of home. Of course, there is a place for being able to have all the mod-cons available, but this is camping the way it should be done!
I wasn’t here long enough to speak to any of the other campers, but everyone seemed relaxed and there was no loud music or anything played into the night, meaning I could drift to sleep easily enough at the end of the day.
Thank you all.
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Nick
September 2025
Tent
David was an amazing host, extremely helpful and gave excellent advice. Facilities are not luxurious but erfectly adequate and what you want from a remotr campsite. Even though the wind blew hard we were well protected.
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Sally
September 2025
Tent
With pets
Quiet, sheltered and peaceful spot. Great location for using as a base to explore North Hampshire villages and walking trails. Was lovely in The Clearing - so much so we stayed on for an extra night! Facilities are rustic/simple (head torch needed to use the toilets day and night!) but they do the job as long as you’re prepared to get back to basics!
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Dominic
September 2025
Tent
What a great experience! The staff were very friendly and accommodating with an amazing ray of amenities.
The showers are basic but really clean and hot, lovely!
Such good value for money I would highly recommend this campsite!
Thanks guys!
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David
September 2025
Tent
This was my first time ever camping and I had a great time at this site, it's the perfect mix of rural, real camping with local amenities near enough especially for someone doing camping for the first time. Located right near the coast, it's a beautiful view, excellent facilities including showers and cafe. The only downside is that when I did arrive in the evening there was no one to greet us, even though the cafe should've been open at that time but other than that no complaints, wonderful hosts and would definitely go again.
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Dave
September 2025
Tent
Loved staying here for 5 nights. The views are amazing, the limited pitches mean that everyone has private space and you don’t feel on top of each other. The bathrooms and washing facilities are great and the sun heated water was always perfect temperature.
Something to make it feel even more private would be to really encourage meadow flowers or longer grass between the pitches to allow the private paths to each tent to feel extra special and allow for the space to feel even more private and hidden from the other tents.
A hidden gem!
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andrew
August 2025
Tent
With kids
A very spacious campsite with well-maintained composting facilities. The scenic drive down to the site is beautiful, and the clear night skies make it perfect for stargazing. Martins and owls were active both day and night, adding to the atmosphere. On some alternate nights, music played nearby from around 10 pm to 4 am. While noticeable, it was at a consistent and tolerable volume, and importantly, it wasn’t accompanied by disruptive behaviour.
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Felix
August 2025
Tent
Lovely small campsite with a very generous flat pitch for our tent. We had a wonderful stay with lovely walks along the stour and close to Sherborne and Shaftesbury which are picturesque little towns. Amenities were good with hot showers and washing up area. We did not take advantage of the organic food available to buy, but a very nice touch. Would definitely return for another stay.
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Sarah
August 2025
Tent
With pets
Great campsite, friendly owner!
We stayed a couple of weeks ago, and have already returned since, and plan to again in a few weeks.
Great location. Highly recommend 👌🏼
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Carree
August 2025
5 m Class B
With kids
Fantastic campsite, heavenly amount of space, great atmosphere and brilliant facilities 😊👍
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Nuala
August 2025
Tent
With pets
Friendly and free tea in the morning! Very laid back atmosphere. Great for families.
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Steven
August 2025
Tent
Beautiful site and wonderful hosts. Such a relaxing place to stay with pitches nicely far apart. Very private and peaceful. Thank you!
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Today, on the northwest edge of the New Forest, the town acts as a popular gateway into the national park and is a practical base for any camping holiday, with all the amenities you need and plenty of independent shops and cafés besides. As always, we've been out in the campervan or popping up the tent, to uncover the very best campsites in the area.