Portsmouth campsites
Hear the call of the sea in Portsmouth, home to an impressive maritime heritage and one-of-a-kind museums. The awe-inspiring galleys of Henry VIII's warship are on display, competing with its impressive neighbours at the Historic Dockyard for your attention, and you've the chance to rise high above the city in the needle-pointed Spinnaker Tower. You won't find yourself all at sea, however, with these welcoming Portsmouth campsites to hand.
41 Portsmouth campsites
Fishery Creek Touring Park
Hayling Island, Hampshire (5.9 miles)
22 reviews
100%
would recommend
Waterfront camping park with a bistro, swimming, watersports and fishing. Just 20 minutes from Portsmouth!
Retro Staycations
Ryde, Isle of Wight (8.5 miles)
Highly ratedFamily friendly camping, touring, and glamping on a working farm with a farm shop! Five minutes from Ryde Beach.
Sindles Farm
Aldsworth, Emsworth, Hampshire (8.5 miles)
12 reviews
100%
would recommend
Small, peaceful camping and glamping site on a working farm in the South Downs. Just 15 minutes from Chichester.
Southwood Park
Hambrook, West Sussex (9 miles)
15 reviews
93%
would recommend
Luxury woodland bell tents with an onsite bar and playground, ten minutes from Chichester. Dog friendly.
Stubcroft Farm Campsite
East Wittering, Chichester, West Sussex (10.1 miles)
89 reviews
97%
would recommend
Award winning, traditional family-run site, a 20 minute walk from the beach. Ten minutes from East Wittering Beach.
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Mercury Yacht Harbour and Holiday Park
Southampton, Hampshire (10.6 miles)
91 reviews
98%
would recommend
Family friendly park at a marina on the River Hamble with an onsite restaurant. Ten minutes to Southampton.
Springfield Oaks
Newport, Isle of Wight (10.8 miles)
A peaceful, dog friendly, touring and glamping site in the heart of the Isle of Wight. 20 minutes to Sandown Beach!
Beechen Glamping
Bishops Waltham, Southampton, Hampshire (11.2 miles)
13 reviews
92%
would recommend
Luxury family-friendly glamping safari tents, set in the countryside on the edge of the South Downs National Park.
Lepe Beach Campsite
Exbury, Hampshire (11.9 miles)
75 reviews
95%
would recommend
Enjoy stunning views of the Solent at this back-to-basics family campsite, located just 150 yards from Lepe Beach.
Sunnydale Farm Camping and Caravan Site
Netley Abbey, Southampton, Hampshire (12.1 miles)
30 reviews
97%
would recommend
Family and dog friendly site, open year round. Within a 20 minute drive or Portsmouth, Southampton and ferry ports!
Lepe Meadows Campsite
Blackfield, Hampshire (12.1 miles)
25 reviews
84%
would recommend
Family friendly with exciting on-site activities. Bell tents available. Close to Lepe Beach.
Southland Experience Freedom Glamping
Newchurch, Sandown, Isle of Wight (12.2 miles)
Family friendly safari tents, ten minutes to Shanklin Beach. An ideal base for exploring the Isle of Wight.
Willowbrook Camping
Ninham, Shanklin, Isle of Wight (12.6 miles)
7 reviews
100%
would recommend
Quiet family friendly site, a great base to explore the Isle of Wight. Just ten minutes to Sandown Bay!
Ninham Country Holidays
Ninham, Shanklin, Isle of Wight (12.6 miles)
55 reviews
98%
would recommend
Family run camping and touring site, 15 minutes to the beach. Onsite games rooms, TV room and heated swimming pool!
Old Barn Touring Park
Sandown, Isle of Wight (12.6 miles)
39 reviews
90%
would recommend
A small, family run park in a rural setting just two miles from Sandown and Shanklin with superb sandy beaches.
Bucket and Spade Holidays Touring
Sidlesham, Chichester, West Sussex (12.8 miles)
75 reviews
97%
would recommend
Peaceful touring and glamping on a family-run site within ten minutes of Chichester and the coast. Dog friendly.
Brocklands Farm
Petersfield, Hampshire (13.1 miles)
Grass touring pitches and two luxury safari tents, set well apart from each other in idyllic surroundings.
Seal Bay Resort
Selsey, West Sussex (13.3 miles)
Coastal 300 acre park with beach access. Onsite swimming pools, entertainment complex, restaurants and more!
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The Oven Campsite
Hayling Island, Hampshire (4.6 miles)
Family friendly camping and touring with shop, cafe, swimming pool and more. Five minutes to Hayling Island Beach.
Old Dairy Farm Glamping
Emsworth, Hampshire (7.2 miles)
Secluded and dog friendly glamping in yurts near the Chichester Harbour AONB and lovely Hayling Island.
Whitefield Forest Touring Park
Ryde, Isle of Wight (8.4 miles)
Family-friendly 5 star touring and camping site on the Isle of Wight, ten minutes from Rye Beach. Dog friendly.
Dibles Park
Warsash, Southampton, Hampshire (9 miles)
More than just a ferry stopover for Southampton and Portsmouth, this is a quiet and friendly campsite.
Scotts Farm Camping Site
West Wittering, Chichester, West Sussex (9.4 miles)
Spacious and family friendly tent and tourer site with glamping shepherd's huts, located between the Witterings.
Calshot Activities Centre
Calshot, Southampton, Hampshire (9.7 miles)
A tent and touring site located by an activity centre, with beachside pitches and views over to the Solent.
Fairthorne Manor Campsite
Southampton, Hampshire (9.9 miles)
Family friendly camping for tents and campervans, bordered by the River Hamble with boat hire and pizza weekends.
Gees Camp Site
East Wittering, West Sussex (10.2 miles)
Right by the beach, camping that's handy for Hayling Island and Chichester Harbour.
Concierge Camping
West Ashling, Chichester, West Sussex (10.4 miles)
Luxurious, multi award winning touring and glamping park with unique pitches near Chichester and Goodwood.
The South Downs Eco Lodge & Camping
Petersfield, Hampshire (10.6 miles)
A peaceful, small site with eco camping and chic yurts in the South Downs. Cafe onsite and campfires welcome.
Glamping at Island Riding Centre
Newport, Isle of Wight (10.6 miles)
Luxury safari tents with ensuites and kitchens. Onsite bar, restaurant and horse riding, five minutes to Newport!
Red House Farm
Earnley, Chichester, West Sussex (10.6 miles)
A family run 4 acre campsite set on a working farm close to West Wittering beach and the city of Chichester.
The Garlic Farm Yurts
Newchurch, Sandown, Isle of Wight (11 miles)
Beautifully furnished ensuite yurts on The Garlic Farm. Enjoy the tennis court, tractor tours, games room and more!
Comforts Farm
Northwood, Cowes, Isle of Wight (11.6 miles)
A family friendly site close to Newport, with nine acres of unspoilt meadow to enjoy at one price all season.
Upper Parsonage Farm
East Meon, Petersfield, Hampshire (11.7 miles)
A secluded rural site in the heart of the Meon Valley, only 8 pitches with campfires and a cosy shepherd hut.
The Ark Park
Northwood, Cowes, Isle of Wight (11.7 miles)
Dog friendly rural camping and luxury glamping on the Isle of Wight, perfect for peace, quiet and Cowes' beaches.
Meon Springs
Petersfield, Hampshire (12 miles)
Mongolian yurts and traditional shepherd's huts - outdoor living with indoor comforts.
Stone Meadow Shepherd's Hut
Donnington, Chichester, West Sussex (12.6 miles)
Peaceful, self-catered glamping in a spacious shepherd's hut close to West Wittering beach and the South Downs Way.
Cedar Valley
Petersfield, Hampshire (13.5 miles)
Relaxed tent camping, luxury safari tents and chic horsebox glamping in the South Downs. Open year round.
Windmill Campersite
Carisbrooke, Newport, Isle of Wight (13.6 miles)
Unique and quirky family friendly glamping site within easy reach of Carisbrooke in the heart of the island.
Marwell Resort
Owslebury, Winchester, Hampshire (14.3 miles)
Family friendly camping, touring, and glamping in South Downs. Enjoy a restaurant/bar, shop, and onsite activities!
The Chequers Inn
Rookley, Isle of Wight (14.5 miles)
Peaceful touring site on the grounds of a family run country pub with play area, central to all Island attractions.
Furzefield Barn
Pagham, Bognor Regis, West Sussex (14.7 miles)
A small, peaceful adult only camping and glamping site in Pagham. Promoting Nature and wildlife on the South Coast.
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Things to do in Portsmouth
One of the largest cities in Hampshire, Portsmouth can be found on England's south coast, with the majority sitting on Portsea Island. That makes it the sole island city in the UK. And just like Treasure Island, there are some real gems to be found. The seafront has a quirky vibe, full of boutique shops selling curios and cafes that'll introduce you to new music and the tastiest seafood you've yet tasted.
Exploring the Portsmouth Historic Dockyard will get you started with a taste of the city's immense naval heritage, stretching far back into the mists of time. You won't want to miss magnificent ships such as the enormous 16th century Mary Rose warship and the HMS Victory which was Vice-Admiral Lord Nelson's flagship during the Battle of Trafalgar. On board the Victory you can walk the planks and imagine the whoosh of canon balls, as the epic history is told through the eyes of an ordinary sailor. Admire the imposing skyline and get up close and personal with frigates and destroyers on the local harbour tours - just don't forget to wave to the sailors!
Fort Nelson deserves a place on your list, where you can duck and dive along the ramparts or get lost in secret tunnels. Plus, you'll find the entire Royal Armouries national collection of artillery in one place. The D-Day Museum keeps the emotive story of the 1940s alive and Royal Marines Museum is an excellent way to spend a few hours as well.
Visiting the Portsmouth City Museum is a great way to find out about the history of Portsmouth with collections showing the playful seaside era leading up to the 60s, and even way back to the first Anglo Saxons who called it home. Top off that cultural streak with the Portsmouth Natural History Museum, which boasts a resident dinosaur grinning down on you and Charles Dickens' Birthplace where you can uncover the back story behind the great Victorian novelist.Â
A trip up to the top of Spinnaker Tower will reward you with amazing views of Portsmouth Harbour, and provided you've a head for heights, is as iconic in the city as the Eiffel Tower in Paris. Cast your eye over the stunning outline of the Isle of Wight and the south coast, while you're there. If you're in need of a place to unwind after all that excitement, Staunton Park is the spot. There are pits to grill up a BBQ, cycle routes to glide along and a host of cute companions at the Staunton Farm. Southsea Rose Garden has a reputation as a real beauty spot, too, where a walk from the lake will get your nose twitching at the scent of sweet new blooms. Â
With Portsmouth as your base you can head on to Hayling Island to saunter on its lovely beach, and then explore the cities of Winchester and Chichester. The South Downs National Park and the New Forest National Park will draw you next and after a short ferry trip you'll set foot on the Isle of Wight.