Gambledown Farm

Gambledown Farm offers a family-friendly rustic adventure with five off-grid safari tents. Set in Hampshire, very close to the edge of the New Forest. Don't let that fool you, however, as there are fabulous farm animals to meet, beaches close by, 15 minutes in the car takes you to Paulton's Park, and even Stonehenge is only a 35 minute drive away. Pet friendly too!

Why choose Gambledown Farm

About the site

This historic farm dates back to 1875 and stretches over an incredible 270 acres. It nudges the borders of the New Forest National Park, which makes for plenty of great days out. There's also elegant Winchester, 30 minutes away, world-famous Stonehenge within 35 minutes, and the Dorset beaches within a modest 45 minute drive. The glamping safari tents are set at the top of the field with views over the Hampshire Downs and Salisbury Plain, the best of two counties. The safari tents stretch across the site, sleeping up to six per tent and including ensuite facilities for an extra luxurious stay. Inside each is a log burning stove, kitchen area with sink, gas hob and cool box - plus there's a BBQ outside for those summer evenings. Guests sleep in a large master bedroom with a king-sized bed, plus there's a second bedroom with twin beds and a sweet cupboard bed that sleeps two children. The site is also home to three fully equipped ensuite glamping barns, The Hay Barn, The Staddlestone Barn, and The Cart Shed, suitable for groups, families, couples, and solo travellers. Meet the shorthorn beef cattle that calve each April, and in the spring, there are lambs to bottle feed. You can also enjoy regular pizza nights and stew pots, giving guests a flavour of the farm. There is also a wood fired barrel sauna available to hire for group bookings, this can be pre booked. Located on a private road, it's fantastically safe for playing children who won't have to worry about passing traffic. Surrounding Gambledown glamping site is woodland and the animal graze in the fields around the farm, enjoy sunset and sunrise, and the benefits of relaxing in nature. Dogs are welcome to join you at this site with up to two well-behaved dogs per tent. Please ensure that they are kept on a lead at all times.

Gambledown Farm is open from 01/04 to 30/10.

There are 5 accommodation options on-site

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4 x Safari Tents

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4 x Safari Tents

Max 6 people

Sleeping up to six, these African style safari tents include an ensuite, a king sized bed, second bedroom with twin beds and a cupboard bed. All include living, dining and kitchen areas as well as a wood burning stove.

Safari Tent

12

Safari Tent

Max 6 people

An African style safari tent with an ensuite, a king sized bed, second bedroom with twin beds and a cupboard bed. Access to second bedroom through master. Living, dining and kitchen areas and a log stove.

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Hailey N

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Safari Tent - Safari TentsMay 2025

We've just returned from a long weekend break and it was just what we all needed. We stayed in one of the Safari Tents. The location is great and in close proximity to a number of places should you wish to use it as a hub, but equally if you wanted a peaceful place just to relax, read a book or go for walks it's perfect too. We opted to stay put and have some much needed downtime, days playing games, flying kites, hunting for bugs, reading books and enjoying the farm. The children enjoyed watching and interacting with the different animals, feeding the orphaned lambs of an evening and collecting fresh eggs in the day. We didn't spend loads of time in the barn, but the ride-ons and games were enjoyed. The tents were well equipped and had everything we needed for our stay. The beds were comfortable and warm and the bathroom was great and lovely warm shower. We enjoyed evenings around the fire pit and the wood burners inside were great once we decided to migrate indoors. We didn't miss the electric and it was a good excuse for a device detox and the tents have some solar lights in the main living area as well as rechargeable lamps that you collect on arrival should you need them and access to electric points in the honesty barn should you want to charge devices. The honesty shop is great for necessities like tea, coffee, honey and a selection of cold drinks and a good selection meat if you wanted to purchase on site. The team were all very helpful and friendly. I think this is a great site for a range of groups, from couples to families to groups of friends. I wouldn't hesitate to book to come here again and would definitely recommend to friends.

Site's response

Hi Hailey and family, thank you for taking the time to write a review of your recent stay at Gambledown, glamping with your family. It's lovely to hear that you enjoyed the campsite, relaxing and going off grid, we so enjoy seeing our guests unwind and escape the hustle and bustle of daily life. Sitting around a campfire at night is one of life's simple pleasures. Our small team really appreciate having feedback. We hope to see you and the family back again Tamara and Amber

Peaceful and pleasant stay close to the New Forest

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Mark L

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Safari Tent - Safari TentsApr 2025

It was our first experience of glamping and pleasantly surprised by the facilities you get while remaining a rustic farm charm. The whole site seemed well organised and thought through. The staff / owners were very friendly and helpful. My only suggestion would be a "reception/park and wait sign" by the first parking area to avoid confused people like my self driving round. This might have been in the email instructions, but I'm a nightmare for reading instructions.

Site's response

Dear Mark, thank you for taking the time to review your stay at Gambledown over the recent holidays. Thank you too for your feedback. We do ask guest to wait in the arrivals car park, and let us know they are here so we can show them the honesty shop etc and then take them to their tents. We are pleased to know that you enjoyed your first glamping experience. Kind regards, Tamara and team.

Great location and tents!

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Rob M

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Safari Tent - Safari TentsAug 2024

We had an amazing three nights at Gambledown Farm! The kids loved being on a working farm and there was so much do locally. Brilliant stay and we will be back!

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Thank you for taking the time to review your stay last week at Gambledown Farm. It's lovely to hear that you and your family enjoyed the working farm and the glamping and we look forward to welcoming you back. Our team are pleased to have positive feedback. Kind regards, Tamara and Amber.

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