Best For: Woodland retreats, couples, peaceful breaks
Accommodation Types: Luxury lodges with hot tubs
Highlights: Quiet forest setting, walking trails, modern lodge accommodation

Blackwood Forest offers luxury lodges in a tranquil Hampshire woodland, with private hot tubs and modern interiors designed for relaxed, nature-focused stays. It’s an ideal setting for guests wanting comfort and seclusion among the trees.

Located near Winchester, the park provides easy access to woodland walking routes and local countryside attractions, while still being close to historic sights and cafés in the city. Its blend of high-quality lodges and peaceful surroundings makes it a popular choice for couples and quiet getaways.

Why it’s a top pick: Perfect for visitors seeking a stylish, secluded lodge break in a calm woodland setting near Winchester.

Best For: Peaceful breaks, families, New Forest exploring
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges
Highlights: Quiet setting, outdoor pool, access to wider Shorefield facilities

Forest Edge Holiday Park is a small, quiet park on the edge of the New Forest, offering caravans and lodges in a relaxed woodland setting. With an outdoor pool, play areas and simple on-site amenities, it’s well suited to low-key family breaks and couples seeking a calm base.

Guests also have access to the fuller facilities at Oakdene Forest Park nearby, including an indoor pool and entertainment. With easy reach of forest trails, Ringwood, Bournemouth and the south coast, Forest Edge is a convenient base for exploring the region.

Why it’s a top pick: Ideal for visitors wanting a peaceful park with good access to both the New Forest and Dorset’s coastline.

Best For: Beach holidays, families, coastal breaks
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges
Highlights: Indoor and outdoor pools, entertainment, near Blue Flag beaches

Hayling Island Holiday Park offers caravans and lodges in a lively, family-friendly setting close to the island’s beaches and coastal paths. With indoor and outdoor pools, entertainment, sports facilities and children’s play areas, it’s well suited to classic seaside holidays with plenty to do on-site.

Its location provides easy access to Hayling’s Blue Flag beaches, local cafés, watersports and scenic walking routes, while Portsmouth and Chichester are within a short drive. The combination of good facilities and strong coastal access makes it a popular option for all-ages breaks.

Why it’s a top pick: Great for families wanting lots of on-site activities close to Hayling Island’s beaches and coastal attractions.

Best For: Touring and camping, quiet breaks, coast and countryside
Accommodation Types: Touring pitches, camping
Highlights: Sea views, peaceful setting, access to Shorefield Country Park facilities

Lytton Lawn Touring Park offers spacious touring and camping pitches in a peaceful setting near Milford-on-Sea, with views toward the Isle of Wight and surrounding countryside. The park is quiet and simple, making it ideal for guests seeking a relaxed base close to the coast.

Guests also benefit from full access to the leisure facilities at nearby Shorefield Country Park, including pools, a gym and entertainment. With Milford-on-Sea beach, Keyhaven and the New Forest all close by, it’s a convenient spot for exploring both shoreline and woodland.

Why it’s a top pick: Perfect for touring visitors wanting a calm coastal base with additional facilities available nearby.

Best For: Adult-friendly breaks, peaceful coastal stays, entertainment breaks
Accommodation Types: Lodges, caravans
Highlights: Waterfront setting, quality accommodation, entertainment-led breaks

Mill Rythe Holiday Village offers modern lodges and caravans in a quiet waterside location on Hayling Island, designed around relaxed, entertainment-led breaks. With stylish accommodation, landscaped grounds and a calm atmosphere, it’s well suited to couples and groups seeking a more premium, low-key stay.

Its position provides easy access to Hayling Island’s beaches, walking routes and local cafés, while Portsmouth and Chichester are within a short drive. With its refined feel and coastal setting, Mill Rythe is a strong choice for quieter, comfort-focused holidays.

Why it’s a top pick: Ideal for guests wanting a peaceful, higher-quality holiday village close to the coast and nearby attractions.

Sandy Balls Holiday Village – New Forest, Hampshire

Best For: Family holidays, woodland escapes, active breaks
Accommodation Types: Lodges, caravans, glamping
Highlights: Forest setting, indoor and outdoor pools, activities and entertainment

Sandy Balls Holiday Village sits in the heart of the New Forest, offering lodges, caravans and glamping accommodation surrounded by woodland and wildlife. With pools, activities, bike hire, spa treatments and family entertainment, it provides a lively yet scenic base for all-ages holidays.

Its location gives guests direct access to forest trails, nearby villages, cycle routes and riverside walks, with the south coast and attractions such as Lymington and Fordingbridge close by. The combination of strong facilities and a picturesque setting makes it one of Hampshire’s most popular holiday villages.

Why it’s a top pick: Great for families and couples wanting a feature-rich holiday park in a stunning New Forest setting.

Best For: Families, coastal and forest breaks, activity-filled stays
Accommodation Types: Lodges, caravans
Highlights: Indoor and outdoor pools, spa, entertainment, near the beach

Shorefield Country Park is a large, well-equipped park between Milford-on-Sea and the New Forest, offering lodges and caravans in landscaped grounds. With pools, a spa, gym, sports facilities and entertainment, it suits guests wanting an active holiday with plenty to do on-site.

Its position gives easy access to Milford-on-Sea Beach, Keyhaven and New Forest walking routes, offering a strong mix of coastal and countryside exploring. The combination of facilities and location makes Shorefield a popular all-round choice.

Why it’s a top pick: Great for families and couples seeking a feature-rich park close to both beach and forest.

Best For: Waterside breaks, couples, relaxed family stays
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges
Highlights: Solent views, outdoor pool, coastal walks

Solent Breezes Holiday Park sits on the waterfront near Warsash, offering caravans and lodges with views across the Solent towards the Isle of Wight. The park has an outdoor pool, clubhouse, tennis court and simple family facilities, making it ideal for easygoing coastal breaks.

Its clifftop setting provides direct access to shoreline walks and local sailing spots, while nearby Lee-on-the-Solent, Hamble and the New Forest offer plenty of day-trip options. With its peaceful coastal outlook and friendly atmosphere, it suits couples and families wanting a quieter seaside base.

Why it’s a top pick: Perfect for guests seeking a calm park with sea views and great access to Hampshire’s coast.