4.41 /5
Avon Tyrrell Outdoor Centre is set in the glorious New Forest National Park, 20 minutes from Bournemouth. Campers and tourers can pitch up on grass pitches with the option of electric, and being in the woodland or by the lake. You won't be short of things to do, from kayaking on the scenic lake to high ropes in the tree tops and bushcraft in the forest. Grab a bite to eat at the onsite cafe or hire a bike to explore your wonderful surroundings!
Family friendly outdoor activity centre with paddleboarding, high ropes, archery, climbing and more!
Set in the New Forest National Park with woodland and lakeside pitches, plus dog friendly areas
Great onsite facilities including bike hire, a shop and café - just 15 minutes from Avon Beach
If you're on the hunt for a fun-filled but relaxing family getaway in the New Forest, this could be the perfect spot. Combining picturesque surroundings with exciting outdoor adventures, you are sure to have a stay you won't forget. Tents and tourers are welcome across the spacious site with a range of pitches allowing up to six guests each. Tent campers can pick between the 8m x 8m non electric (pet friendly) and 7m x 9m electric pitches set in the shaded woodland area, ideal for sheltering from the sun. If you would rather be by the lakeside, there are also both 8m x 9m non electric and electric grass pitches available, each suitable for tents, trailer tents, campervans, caravans and motorhomes. Tourers also have the option of 8m x 9m hardstanding and grass pitches (dog friendly), each with a 16 amp hook up. In addition to tents, caravans and campervans, there is a selection of lodges nestled into the woodland landscape. Lodges sleep from 6-14 people and come fully equipped for a comfortable stay. If you want to enjoy a night in the outdoors, bring along your BBQ, just ensure it is raised from the ground. There are also communal fire pits available to hire across the site, with fire wood and coal available to purchase. Well-behaved dogs are also welcome in the pet friendly areas.
Camping is available for weekends from March to July and then September to October. Camping is also available for the school holidays during Easter, May and August. Lodges available all year round.
Max 6 people
Non electric grass tent pitches in the New Forest woodland measuring 8m x 8m, suitable for tents only. Dogs welcome.
Max 6 people
Non electric grass pitches with a view of the lake measuring 8m x 9m. Suitable for tents, trailer tents, campervans, caravans and motorhomes. Sorry, no dogs.
Max 6 people
Grass tent pitches in the New Forest woodland with 16amp electric measuring 7m x 9m, suitable for tents only. Sorry, no dogs.
Max 6 people
Grass pitches with 16 amp electric and a view of the lake measuring 8m x 9m. Suitable for tents, trailer tents, campervans, caravans and motorhomes. Sorry, no dogs.
Max 6 people
Hardstanding pitches with a grass area in the New Forest woodland measuring 8m x 9m with 16 amp electric. Suitable for motorhomes, caravans and campervans. Dogs welcome.
Max 6 people
A set of top lodges (Ripley, Shirley, Burley and Ytene), each with a twin room and two bunk rooms to sleep a further four. There's one shower room, a galley kitchen and a good lounge/dining area.
Max 14 people
A 14-berth lodge with 7 twin bedrooms. It's the largest and most popular lodge and has a large balcony and access to WiFi. There are two shower rooms, one ensuite, a kitchen with a dishwasher and a balcony.
Max 12 people
A 12-berth lodge, this has modern fittings and furnishings, with a superb open plan living area. There are four twin bedrooms and a bunk room to sleep four, plus two shower rooms.
Max 14 people
A 14-birth lodge with a twin room and three bunk rooms each with two sets of bunk beds, as well as two shower rooms.
There are lots of fun and exciting things to do, and with helpful staff offering a fuss free experience. As you're in the New Forest, there are numerous walks and cycle rides (with bikes to hire, and all-ability bike trails to use), and good nearby beaches off site too.
Why not take the opportunity to try something new and book one of the Go Adventure sessions for archery, climbing, high ropes, kayaking, paddleboarding and more. Pre-booking is recommended and places are subject to availability.
There are also two well-stocked fishing lakes with a good variety of fish including carp, tench, eels, bream, roach, rudd and perch - some up to 30lb.
Nearby attractions include:
Swanage, (16.4 miles)
Family-friendly site with an onsite bar, restaurant, shop and entertainment, just five minutes from Swanage.
Alderholt, Fordingbridge, Alderholt (8.9 miles)
A 5 star dog friendly park set within 40 acres of countryside by the New Forest and in reach of the South Coast.
Lytchett Minster, Poole, Lytchett Minster (15.7 miles)
20 minutes from the Jurassic Coast and sandy beaches, with pubs within walking distance.
Longstock, Stockbridge, Longstock (23.9 miles)
Quiet, back to basics tent and touring site. Just 20 minutes to Winchester!
Brockenhurst, (9.1 miles)
A peaceful campsite with wild ponies and donkeys roaming. Five minutes to Brockenhurst and 15 minutes to Lymington.