Watercress Lodges and Campsite
Watercress Lodges and Campsite
4.85 /5
Watercress Lodges and Campsite is pretty landscaped campground set on a farm in Ropley, with beautiful views over the Hampshire countryside and a close connection to the Watercress Line steam railway. Surrounded by picturesque villages and the South Downs National Park, it is a stunning location for a camping or glamping trip, with choices between regular pitches, bell tents, or safari tents.
Beautiful views surrounded by an outstanding countryside landscape
Easy access to the historic and unique Watercress Line steam railway
Luxurious glamping options, including bell and safari tents
About Watercress Lodges and Campsite
This scenic 300-acre farm site is perfect for a comfortable stay. Surrounded by the beautiful countryside of the South Downs National Park, this site isn't too far from nearby villages, such as the historic market town of Alresford. The level field has room for back to basics camping, with non-electric grass pitches for tents. There are two safari tents, containing a king-size bed, wood-burning stove, sofa bed, barbecue, gas hob, fridge, ice tray and outdoor seating. Two bell tents are also available for all your glamping needs. The site supports activity at the Heritage Steam Watercress Line Railway, and the station at Ropley is just a few minutes walk away. You can hear and see the steam trains rolling by the site!
Camping and safari tents are open all year. The bell tent is available from 1st April to 1st November.
Toilets and showers are available, and there is a freezer and washing up area for campers and glampers to use. The site is located near shops, pubs and restaurants.
Adult only
Allow commercial vans
Allow pets
Bike hire
Café / restaurant
Communal BBQ
Disabled facilities
Drinking water
Electric hookups
Entertainment
Family friendly
Fires allowed
Fishing
Games room
Glamping
Golf
Horse riding
Hot tub
Internet access
Kids club
Kids playground
Laundry
Near beach
Near pub
Open year round
Peaceful
RV pitches
Shop
Showers
Swimming pool
Toilets
TV room
Vineyard
Water hookups
Watersports
W.C. disposal
There are 33 accommodation options on-site
Bookable pitches and accommodation options
30 x Non-Electric Grass Pitches
Max 8 people
6m x 4m non-electric grass pitches, on a very level field for tent camping only.
4.85 /5
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Recommend
Lovely and perfect for young families
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Joanne S
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Lovely spot and perfect for a trip on the watercress line. Would definitely come back.
Wonderful
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James S
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It was just myself and my 8 yr old son staying, as well as it being his first time camping. Absolutely loved it. It was quiet which suited us fine. All the facilities were well-kept and clean. Very happy with the stay. Being next to the Railway meant we could enjoy a day on the line too. Definitely would stay again.
Great location, really well-maintained facilities
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Nessa C
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Friendly welcome, good-sized pitches, spotless facilities.
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Things to do on site and in the Alresford area
The park is on the edge of the South Downs National Park and all its walking, hiking and cycling routes. There are a number of horse riding centres and golf courses nearby.
Just next door is the Mid Hants Heritage Steam Watercress Line Railway, where you can ride steam trains through Hampshire and enjoy the stations and trains from a bygone era.
The historic market town of Alresford is a ten minute drive away, and has lots of local shops, pubs, cafes and restaurants. Ten minutes to the east is Jane Austen's House at Chawton, a 17th century house that tells the story of this classic novelilst.
Fifteen minutes away is the beautiful cathedral city of Winchester, which is a sweet place to wander around and enjoy history and culture. Intech is a hands-on interactive science and technology centre you might like to check out for a little geekery.
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