Campsites Near Brockenhurst for Exploring the New Forest

One of the largest villages in the New Forest National Park, Brockenhurst is well known for its free-roaming ponies, picture-perfect surroundings and variety of things to do. With easy public transport links to London and its proximity to the M27, it’s an easily reached base for a holiday in the New Forest. Whether you’re interested in woodland walking trails, local wildlife, or family attractions, Brockenhurst campsites put you within reach of everything you need. 

Why we love campsites near Bockenhurst

There are plenty of reasons Brockenhurst is a thriving hub for visitors to the New Forest and why it’s a brilliant place for your next camping base. The enchanting village is surrounded by some of the most beautiful woodland in the New Forest, which you’re free to explore at a pace that suits you. You’ll also be within easy reach of the Hampshire and Dorset coast with Southampton, Lymington and Christchurch all within reach. If you plan on staying local to your campsite, you can enjoy days watching the free-roaming ponies and donkeys on-site or amble around the variety of independent shops in the village. Aside from getting wiggles out in the great outdoors, families will find a variety of attractions to entertain kids during your stay. Simply put, Brockenhurst is the perfect New Forest base for everyone. 

Getting to Brockenhurst

Brockenhurst is one of the easiest places in the New Forest to reach by public transport. Sitting on the South West Main Line, Brockenhurst has brilliant train links to and from London, Southampton, Bournemouth and Poole. From Brockenhurst you can catch the train to Lymington Pier, where you can pick up ferries to the Isle of Wight, making it Brockenhurst a great stop-off point.

Explore the New Forest from Brockenhurst

The New Forests ancient woodland and open heathland have been shaped by generations and offer visitors so much to see and do.

Brockenhurst itself is a village right in the heart of the New Forest, famous for free-roaming ponies, donkeys, cattle and deer which you’re sure to see during your camping trip. Brockenhurst has that traditional English feel, with tea rooms, quaint buildings and shops to explore.

Using Brockenhurst as a base allows you to explore at your own pace, whether that’s a gentle stroll around the surrounding woodland or setting off on your bike for a full day adventure. Whitefield Moor and Blackwater Arboretum are scenic walks, perfect for photography and wildlife spotting, allow a few hours for each. If you prefer two wheels, set off from Brockenhurst and head to Lyndhurst before looping back around to the campsite.

For wildlife lovers wanting to guarantee seeing some of the famous New Forest deer, Bolderwood Deer Sanctuary along scenic Ornamental Drive, has a viewing platform and is a great way to learn more about the deer. The New Forest Wildlife Park is a brilliant family attraction for animal lovers too, home to a variety of animals from otters to lynx.

Best time of year to camp in Brockenhurst

The New Forest is popular year-round. Gorgeous oranges and reds in autumn and vibrant greens all around in the summer months make the New Forest a place you’ll want to visit time and time again. It’s usually best to think about the weather, who you’re camping with and whether you’ll be in a tent or other unit during you stay.