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Jubilee Camping

Hosted by Alison · Fordingbridge, England

48 units · Tent

96%

Simple tent camping in the farming village of Damerham with fine views and easy access to the New Forest National Park

Despite being a new site, Jubilee Camping – located a mere 10 minutes from the New Forest National Park – has taken old-fashioned, traditional camping principles to heart and applied them to perfection. The site's owners, Alison and Dave, understand that campers want to let their kids roam around making dens and getting muddy. They understand the importance of a crackling campfire. And they understand that today’s campers don’t want to share these moments with big motorhome monsters and rows of caravans. It’s no surprise then, that we think this killer combination of space, campfires, and a tents-only rule, makes Jubilee prime camping territory.

Consisting of little more than a four-acre field, the camping area – with 60 generously sized, 10 metre-squared pitches – is firstly, fantastically spacious. Due to its impressive size, the flat field never feels overloaded and there's always plenty of space for family fun and ball games. Surrounded by trees and with countryside views, there's a gravel track along one side of the field for easy access and a fence along the other, with livestock nuzzling along its base as they graze the longer grass that grows there. In fact, the land was previously a Hampshire dairy farm but is now occupied by a mixture of beef cattle and recreational horses.

Washing facilities – housed in bespoke wooden-clad units built on skids – are impeccably clean and simple, but that's all part of the charm of Jubilee; a real throwback to the halcyon days of old-school, unfussy camping. Simple extras include washing up sinks and a well-pressured water supply to the camping field, but there's no electricity and mobile signal is limited – although it can normally be found somewhere in the field.

With a wealth of things to do within easy driving distance – notably the New Forest's web of walking and car-free cycling trails – plus, Jubilee's humble and easy-going atmosphere, this is one of the best camping options in the region for traditional campers. Pity it's only open for 28 days in the summer...

Jubilee camping is a quiet and idyllic rural getaway situated in the village of Damerham, nestled on the Hampshire/Dorset border and 5 miles from the New Forest National Park. It is perfect for country pursuits (Fly and Carp Fishing both within a couple of miles), cycling, horse riding, and fine dining, and within easy reach of Salisbury, Southampton, and Bournemouth. Our campsite offers 100 (a few more for Bank Holidays) generously sized 10 metre-squared camping pitches spread out throughout the large site, with panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. You have ample space for one car and a good sized family tent, however additional car parking is available if required. Basic amenities are provided, i.e. water points, toilets and hot showers, but in addition you may wish to book one of our cosy fire pits with a supply of wood, either to cook on or simply as a warming focal point to sit around and toast marshmallows. Visit the local shops in either Sandleheath or Cranborne, just 3 miles away, or there are small supermarkets and all manner of other amenities in the town of Fordingbridge, 4 miles away. Damerham is an active farming village and offers beautiful local walks; along the stream and up to the little church, and is also home to The Compasses Inn - a popular country pub serving superb lunches and evening meals (booking is advised).

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96% Recommend98 Ratings · 149 reviews

Mixed feelings

· August 2024

It was nice but a few improvements

Tent · With kids ·

Grass Pitch

Not enough toilets and because the site was so busy they were quite busy. Only a few showers as well, we went later in the day but the water was then cold.

Shirley C.

2 reviews

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· August 2024

Beautiful campsite, perfect trip!

Tent · With pets ·

Grass Pitch

The campsite is in a beautiful part of the country and is very picturesque. The hosts Alison and Dave are very welcoming and always happy despite their busy jobs (working farm). The food hut and bar are a great touch over the weekend. They weren’t open during the week, but that wasn’t an issue for us. Dave regularly hitches his tractor to a trailer that is used to ferry guests around to feed all the animals, kids and adults loved it. This will be our regular site from now on!!!

Tony H.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· August 2023

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A simple practical site. Lots of space. Clean Loos & showers, a cafe in a double decker bus serving simple but excellent evening meals and breakfast rolls with tea and coffee. Bar in a shack. Cant comment on the overall choice but the real ale (local) was excellent. Pub in Damerham walkable if you fancy eating out. This is our second visit to this site and we will be back for more!

Robin W.

4 years on Hipcamp

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· May 2023

Fantastic camp site

Tent · With kids ·

Grass Pitch

Fantastic camp site - we loved it. Lovely big fields with lots of space so tents weren't on top of each other. Toilet and shower facilities were good. Toilets always well-stocked with loo roll and hand wash. Alison and her team were great, nothing was too much effort. And they very kindly blew my bed up for me and charged my battery power. Wood is delivered straight to your camping area on a daily basis which is great. We will definitely be returning and can highly recommend Jubilee camping

Karen G.

2 years on Hipcamp

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· September 2022

Tent · With pets ·

Grass Pitch

Great campsite. Would definitely visit again. Really enjoyed the option of on site catering and bar!

Alice E.

3 years on Hipcamp

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· August 2022

Tent ·

Grass Pitch

Brilliant camp site with lots of space. Nice food cooked at the bus, particularly recommended the stone baked pizzas! Short walk to the Compasses Inn which is a nice little pub with a decent garden. Clean toilets and showers. Definitely recommended staying here.

Dan R.

3 years on Hipcamp

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· August 2022

Food & bar a bonus.

Tent · With pets ·

Grass Pitch

We had a fabulous Bank Holiday weekend at Jubilee. I love the fact you can pitch where you want. We had plenty of space around us for games & although the site was busy it never seemed too full. Shower & toilet facilities were great & if you choose your times carefully you won't have to queue. There are a few fields to choose from with some fabulous views over the valley. There is a bar & bus on site that serves a variety of alcohol & food such as pizza, burgers, breakfasts & hog roasts all at reasonable pricing. A 30 minute walk across country or 10 minute walk by road will take you to the local pub serving decent food with a nice garden & football pitch at the back. Weather was amazing so made our experience here all that much better & all the staff we met were incredibly friendle. Highly recommended this site.

Steph S.

3 years on Hipcamp

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· August 2022

Tent · With pets ·

Grass Pitch

Great set up. Lovely relaxed atmosphere and easy access to facilities. Bar and food service was great, and right next to the New forest. Highly recommend and will definitely return.

Paul F.

7 years on Hipcamp

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· August 2022

Excellent place

With kids ·

Grass Pitch

Excellent camp site Large area so that you can have you own large space. Clean, good working order toilets. Showers were hot and plenty of them so not waiting around. Loved that you guys have a bar and we’re thrilled to meet Enid! We’ll definitely return

Robyn K.

3 years on Hipcamp

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· August 2022

With kids ·

Grass Pitch

Lovely site, nice and quiet, lots of space for the kids to run free. Facilities clean. Nice bonus having food options available on the Friday and Saturday night that we were there. Would definitely go back!

Joanna B.

3 years on Hipcamp

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· August 2022

Relaxing, spacious family camping

Tent · With pets ·

Grass Pitch

If you’re looking for a relaxed camping break with plenty of space, good simple facilities, and beautiful views then this place is for you. Alison and the team are friendly and welcoming and they keep the showers/toilet block/wash-up impeccably clean. Stayed for 4 days in the summer holidays and still plenty of room. Kids enjoyed making swings and hammocks in the wooded copse. Close to Fordingbridge for a dip in the river to cool off. Half an hour from Moors Valley and other attractions. Great site - thank you for having us!

Kelli P.

5 years on Hipcamp

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· September 2021

Grass Pitch

As first time rookie campers with a 2 year old, Jubilee Campsite was the perfect short break away from London. The site was spacious with plenty of room between pitches and panoramic views of rolling hills and farms. The campsite kitchen and bar offered woodfired pizzas in the evening and cooked breakfasts in the morning. The centre of the campsite was perfect for energetic, roaming toddlers with hay bales to climb on and goats and horses to watch. Our daughter loved visiting the piglets and feeding the calves milk in the morning and early evening. Amenities were clean and well stocked, and attentive staff kept us topped up with wood for our campfire. The booking team were very accommodating to my last minute changes and offered helpful advice regarding the local sites and activities. Jubilee is the perfect location to explore the New Forest from too. It's safe to say we absolutely loved our stay and we will be back with more rookie camper friends in tow!

Vanessa L.

4 years on Hipcamp

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· September 2021

Grass Pitch

Would definitely recommend. We camped here on what must be peak season bank holiday weekend, arrived late Friday and still felt like we had plenty of space for our six tented group. The showers and toilets were really well cleaned at the start of each day, good natured queuing for the wash up at busy times. Very helpful and friendly set up. Peaceful at night and cheerful by day. Good walks on footpaths through fields and woods.

Clare P.

4 years on Hipcamp

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· September 2021

Grass Pitch

I love jubilee campsite, I have been coming for 4 years and every year it gets better. The family who run the campsite are friendly and very helpful. The pitches are a good size. The facilities are basic but they are every thing you need clean showers and toilets which are regularly cleaned. The site is not over crowded due to covid and they have a van for breakfast, hot drinks, dinner. I loved the jurk chicken and pizza's. I love the little bar on site and the barman did rum tasting which was very informative. There is a lovely pub in the village with good food and we took the kids to the Heavy Horse centre which is 10 mins away which they loved. We also went kayaking on the river in Fordingbridge were there is a great park with paddling poole.

Leanne A.

5 years on Hipcamp

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· September 2021

Grass Pitch

Stayed bank holiday; mixed group; adults kids from 5 to 14. Loved the rustic feel; bar, haystacks for kids to play on, feeding of goats and calves a real highlight. Lots of spaces between pitches. Hot food and drinks available for brekkie and supper, with card machine. Defo go back.

Jennifer D.

4 years on Hipcamp

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· August 2021

Grass Pitch

We spent two nights at Jubilee camping over the bank holiday weekend and had a fabulously relaxing time. Despite being fully booked, there was plenty of room. We camped in the top field, with great views, and had an easy weekend with a delicious wood fired pizza on site on Saturday night and an excellent Sunday dinner at the Compasses which is only a short walk away. The pop up bar was also very welcome, especially the pint of Pimms. Toilets and showers are basic but more than adequate, lots of anti bac and soap available and well ventilated. Also loved the piglets! It’s a really good, family oriented site, but suitable for anyone who likes a relaxed and well organised traditional style camp site with some very welcome and well cooked catering extras. We look forward to visiting again.

Alison G.

5 years on Hipcamp

Mixed feelings

· August 2021

Grass Pitch

So firstly I’d like to thank the owners as the site is in a lovely spot, it’s clean and tidy and the toilets are always fully stocked with paper and paper towels. The showers are nice but unfortunately I never had a clean one. Huge clumps of hair etc not really the nicest. It’s hard to clean showers when they are in use constantly I suppose. The massive downside for our family and actually would prevent us returning is the noise. It states clearly on arrival and booking quiet time after 10pm. Sadly your more likely to get quiet time around 2.30/3pm! Wake is around 7am. 3 nights and I honestly feel like I was at reading festival. Understandably camping is not the quietest but this was ridiculous and spoilt our time away. If your a heavy sleeper and don’t mind drunks, music and load family’s till early hours then this site is 5 stars. Sadly it’s not for us and we are a family with teenagers.

Kira J.

4 years on Hipcamp

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· August 2021

Grass Pitch

This is our second visit and wanted to share how great the campsite is. There are plenty of spaces so you never feel overlooked . The catering & bar are a bonus & the children loved seeing the farm animals. It was quiet at night & the owners are very helpful & friendly can’t wait to return next year 😃

Smstephens ?.

9 years on Hipcamp

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· August 2021

Grass Pitch

We had a great weekend at jubilee with two families 4 adults 3 kids and a dog The food on offer eas great as was the bar. The kids got to feed the cows which they loved .

William W.

4 years on Hipcamp

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· August 2021

Grass Pitch

Friendly hosts with a young family, and our kids enjoyed feeding calves with them. Lots of space with reasonably flat fields. Flushing toilets and hot showers. Didn't try the BBQ but the pizzas were lovely and they run a bar at the weekend.

Iain B.

6 years on Hipcamp

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· August 2021

Grass Pitch

Spent the 8th of August till the 12th of August at jubilee campsite. First proper camping trip me and my partner had been on so was a bit of a test run for us..........and we loved it nice pub down the road friendly people animals to see and hear just a lovely place to relax and only 30 minutes from the coast what more could you ask for will definitely be back. Fingers crossed sooner than later. Thanks for having us

Mike G.

4 years on Hipcamp

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· August 2021

Grass Pitch

A lovely site with large spacious fields. Sheep, calves and goats to watch. Clean facilities. Fab little bar and pizza oven make for a perfect stay. Sorounding country side and the New Forest make the holiday a real treat. I will be going back soon.

Brenda M.

5 years on Hipcamp

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· August 2021

Grass Pitch

Great place for the kids, they have added animals to the site, with Horses, Sheep, Baby Cows and Pigs. All perfectly situated for the kids to view without impeding on the campsite. Facilities are great with good showers and toilets. Food and drink available too. Choice of fields to stay in as well. Our family love this place. Perfect location and you are within close vicinity to access many different tourist spots. We will be back soon.

Darren M.

5 years on Hipcamp

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· August 2021

Grass Pitch

Lovely campsite. Amazing view from the top field. Fantastic Jamaican Food on Thursday evening. Yummy pizza on Friday. Bar with local beers and ciders. What more can you ask for. Kids loved feeding the calves and seeing all other farm animal(piglets, goats, donkeys and ponies) We will definately come back.

Therese R.

5 years on Hipcamp

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· August 2021

Grass Pitch

We stayed here for 2 nights in our roof tent with our 3 children (5, 3 & 5 months) there is plenty of space for the kids to run around and play. Highlights for them were seeing the piglets and calves as well as the donkey and the pony’s. The facilities are basic showers and toilets but do the job when you’re only there for a few nights anyway. There were always plenty of paper towels, soap and sanitiser etc. We spent the whole time with the kids playing on the campsite so didn’t explore the local area really, other than a quick trip into Fordingbridge for some food. The hosts are really lovely, a brilliant family atmosphere and we were made to feel really welcome. No late night rowdy partying which was perfect for us with young children who needed sleep after a busy day! Fire pits and wood are delivered to you (£10 for a fire pit and £5 for some logs) so we spent the evenings round the fire pit toasting marshmallows. There’s a pizza oven on site so we had pizzas one night (£7 for a pizza with 3 toppings) and they were great, kids loved them too which is a bonus. They also do breakfast rolls and hot drinks in the mornings if you want a break from cooking. Recommend the field at the top of the site if you want a good view 🙂 First time we’ve stayed- will definitely be back. Thank you for a fab weekend of camping!

Holly W.

5 years on Hipcamp

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· August 2021

Grass Pitch

Came away for a couple of nights for a relaxing break. The site is well looked after, showers, toilets are kept clean and cleaned regularly. Local pub is 5 min away and very good food. Onsite pizza are amazing although 1 probably isnt enough!! No faults or complaints will 100% be going back!!

Simon B.

4 years on Hipcamp

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· August 2021

Grass Pitch

We had a lovely time here at Jubilee camping. Perfect family spot! The kids loved playing in the woodlands and seeing the pigs, donkey, horses, goats and feeding the calves. A really nice, relaxed atmosphere and bills beer and stone baked pizzas were lush 😋

Andrew R.

5 years on Hipcamp

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· August 2021

Wild Woodland Clearing Hire - Large

We hired out the woodland area with 5 other families which was fantastic, we couldn't camp directly under the trees this year due to the very wet and windy weather but the children absolutely loved it anyway. Lovely to see all the animals dotted around the site. My daughter's highlight was bottle feeding the calves. Very relaxing for the parents. Owners of the site are very nice, the food hut is fabulous. Highly recommended.

Sophie H.

5 years on Hipcamp

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· August 2021

Grass Pitch

Lovely place to have rest, I had my birthday and decided with friends who haven't seen for while book a pitch at this site, we was very welcomed, even first night we was bit too loud, site keeper got to come to tell us to keep noise down, 100% our fault, otherwise amazing place where to stay, would book again, many thanks

Vitolds S.

4 years on Hipcamp

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· August 2021

Grass Pitch

Jubilee Campsite was a really pleasant surprise! The space to camp on is spread across several fields, so you get to choose the spot that will work best for your group. There was lots of space between groups so not too squashed together at all. The toilet and shower facilities were ample enough that there was never a queue (that I could see) and no unpleasant toilet smells. The pizza oven and the open air bar were fantastic additions for a break from the 'self-catering', without creating any late night noise. The firepit hire and wood purchase option reduced the amount of stuff we had to squeeze in the car!! The kids really enjoyed being able to see the onsite farm animals up close, especially at calf feeding time. I would highly recommend this campsite as the perfect combination of quiet rural setting, but with good enough facilities and food options to add a bit of comfort to a camping stay.

Elizabeth L.

4 years on Hipcamp

Location

Fordingbridge, Hampshire, England, United KingdomTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Hosted by Alison B.

Joined in January 2018

From the host

Jubilee Camping offers a 25-acre campsite, including two Wild Woodland camping areas for exclusive Family group hire (no adult-only groups), each with their own focal firepit. It's located on the edge of the New Forest in the farming village of Damerham, with easy access to beautiful country walks, historic visitor attractions, fine dining and family days out.

Nearby attractions

Cycling is the best way of experiencing the surrounding countryside; be it the New Forest or Cranborne Chase – both are within easy pedalling distance. You could even cycle to the Sixpenny micro-brewery in Cranborne (01725 762006), and enjoy one of their award-winning real ales in the Tap Room. Cranborne Village (3 miles) is the hub of the Cranborne Estate and well worth a visit. Teeming with history, the village boasts the beautiful Manor House, built in the 12th Century as a hunting lodge for King John. As it’s a private residence for Viscount Cranborne (the eldest Son of the 7th Marquess of Salisbury), the Manor House isn’t open to the public, however the beautiful Manor Gardens are open one day a week during the Summer (opening times, and other information can be found here). There's a couple of World Heritage sites within easy reach: The Jurassic Coast is around an hour away by road, and Stonehenge is 40 minutes. It’s around 20 minutes to Salisbury and 30 minutes to Bournemouth, so, whether you want to go shopping, head to the beach, or catch a theatre production, you’re well catered for.

Food and drink

Go for lunch at Cranborne Garden Centre (01725 517248) or The Compasses Inn (01725 518231) is only a few minutes walk from the campsite. If you want an alternative to The Compasses Inn for dinner, La Fosse (01725 517604) can also be found in Cranborne; an intimate fine dining restaurant run by Dorset Chef of the Year Mark Hartstone and his Wife Emmanuelle. Also, there’s the Inn at Cranborne , or a great alternative for an evening meal is the Railway Hotel at Fordingbridge just 5 minutes' drive away. There is a village shop and Post Office in neighbouring Sandleheath stocking all your essentials, plus The Gourmet Grocer in Fordingbridge, the nearest Town, stocking not only wonderful fruit and veg, but a whole host of superb local deli products, including real ales, artisan breads and handmade cheeses. A great place to find foodie gifts too. On site we have an outdoor wood-fired pizza oven offering superb handmade pizzas with a variety of toppings, as well as other hot food options most weekends from Thursday to Sunday evenings (please enquire to confirm), and also hot breakfast rolls, teas/coffees etc most weekend mornings.

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