Quite apart from the opulent palace and gardens, Beaulieu will grab your attention with 250 top rated cars. There are classics, pioneers, record holders and icons from Top Gear. With all that to see, trade time stuck behind a sea of mundane vehicles in traffic for more time hands-on with classic and quirky cars thanks to these campsites near Beaulieu Motor Museum. You can guarantee a swift run on the day, and no nightmare jams on Hampshire roads.
Bransgore, Christchurch, Dorset (12.2 miles)
This small family park offers a base from which you can explore the unspoilt New Forest and surrounding areas.
Ringwood, Hampshire (12.8 miles)
Nestled in the New Forest this dog and family friendly site is just under 30 minutes from the Bournemouth coast.
Sherfield English, Romsey, Hampshire (13.2 miles)
Adult only and a dog friendly seasonal site near the New Forest and Southampton.
Owslebury, Winchester, Hampshire (13.6 miles)
Campsite and safari tent village, set on the edge of South Downs National Park with easy access to the M3 and M27.
Romsey, Hampshire (13.7 miles)
A peaceful and quiet, adult only site close to the New Forest National Park and city of Salisbury.
Sopley, Christchurch, Dorset (13.7 miles)
Group glamping in spacious bell tents on the outskirts of the New Forest. Ideal for hen dos and birthday parties.
Rookley, Isle of Wight (14.4 miles)
Peaceful touring site on the grounds of a family run country pub with play area, central to all Island attractions.
Frogham, Fordingbridge, Hampshire (14.5 miles)
Tranquil pop-up campsite in the New Forest with bell tent glamping, run by campers for campers. Campfires allowed.
Fordingbridge, Hampshire (14.6 miles)
Summer camping in the New Forest on grass pitches for tents. Couples, families and dogs welcome.
Godshill, Fordingbridge, Hampshire (15.1 miles)
Small family-run campsite with electric pitches and one very well equipped lodge. Alpacas and chickens on site.
Ryde, Isle of Wight (15.8 miles)
Family-friendly 5 star touring and camping site on the Isle of Wight, ten minutes from Rye Beach. Dog friendly.
Fordingbridge, Hampshire (15.9 miles)
Almost wild camping in the New Forest and 5m bell tent glamping on a tree lined wildflower meadow. Dog friendly.
Whitwell, Isle of Wight (16.4 miles)
Luxurious safari tents with private facilities on an island farm with its own stream, in reach of great beaches.
Ventnor, Isle of Wight (17.1 miles)
A family run holiday park set in the Stenbury Downs, just ten minutes from the beach. Heated outdoor pool onsite.
Whitwell, Ventnor, Isle of Wight (17.3 miles)
Peaceful shepherd's hut just 10-min drive to sandy Ventnor Beach. Plenty of footpaths nearby. Dog-friendly.
Three Legged Cross, Wimborne, Dorset (17.5 miles)
A spacious, dog friendly family park, near Moors Valley Country Park, the New Forest, a pub and several beaches.
Bournemouth, Dorset (17.5 miles)
Bell tent glamping, set on the beautiful Parley Estate. Just 15 minutes from Bournemouth beach.
West Parley, Ferndown, Dorset (18.2 miles)
Camping and touring 15 mins from the New Forest and near to Bournemouth and beaches. Open year round.
Three Legged Cross, Wimborne, Dorset (18.2 miles)
A tranquil, family friendly site with pitches close to Moors Valley Country Park and the New Forest.
Alresford, Hampshire (18.4 miles)
Welcome to a traditional campsite on a working farm at the western gateway of the South Downs National Park.
St Lawrence, Ventnor, Isle of Wight (18.7 miles)
Perfectly peaceful and well equipped yurts with beautiful sea views and easy access to the IOW coastal footpath.
Farley, Salisbury, Wiltshire (19.6 miles)
A secluded camping and glamping site on a family farm 20 minutes from Salisbury. Onsite cafe, shop and butchers.
Clayford, Wimborne, Dorset (19.9 miles)
A rural family friendly site just 30 minutes from Bournemouth and Sandbanks beaches. Ten minute walk to a pub.
Sopley, Christchurch, Dorset (13.8 miles)
Lavishly furnished yurts with private facilities and campfires set by the New Forest and Sopley Lake. Dog friendly.
Southsea, Hampshire (17.9 miles)
Family friendly seasonal touring park set on the Solent with onsite games room and bar/restaurant. Dogs welcome.