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Windmill Campersite

Carisbrooke, Newport, Isle of Wight

Carisbrooke, Newport, Isle of Wight

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Situated right in the heart of the island's AONB, this small and quirky site is a welcome escape from busier campsites. Stay in some truly unique accommodation at Windmill Campersite including a helicopter, submarine, UFO, shack, shepherd's huts and more all within easy reach of some of the Isle of Wight's most popular attractions. Make sure to bring your popcorn for the SiloFlix Cinema and crisp up a few delicious pizzas in the oven on site.

About the site


The islands quirkiest site, offering guests the chance to stay in some truly unique accommodation. Book a stay in the Falklands Rescue Helicopter, a Submarine from a James Bond film, Victorian Shack, Pluto the UFO, shepherds huts and more! The site is bursting with quirks including a Disco Shower, Siloflix Cinema, Social Area including firepits, pizza oven and bbq area. 1950's trolley bus catering unit for all of your kitchen facilities and a Laundrette in the form of a robin reliant. Tents and Campervans are also welcome as you can experience all the quirks of the site whilst also looking for some old fashioned camping fun!

Open from 1 May to 30 September.


What facilities are at Windmill Campersite?

Accessible facilities

Allow commercial vans

Allow pets on site

Café / restaurant / takeaway

Drinking water

Family friendly

Shop

Showers

Toilets

W.C. disposal

WiFi

Communal BBQ

Electric hookups

EV charging

Fires allowed

Freezer

Fridge

Glamping

Kids playground

Laundry

Near pub

Peaceful

Wash up area

Facilities include the Trolley Bus, which has all of your kitchen needs taken care of! Social area comprising BBQs, Pizza Oven, Firepits! You'll also find a launderette in a robin reliant and the main toilet and shower block (Bluebell) and the famous "Showershack" (Disco Shower).

Stock up on essentials at Pigglett's Superstore onsite, selling food and drink - including ice cream!



There are 12 accommodation options on-site

Galahad Helicopter

Max 4 people

A converted 1960s Falklands helicopter complete with gas hob, sink, oven and fridge. The cockpit includes a double bed along with additional seating, champagne holder and sound system. You'll also find a mini bedroom sleeping 1 adult or 2 children.

The Shack

Max 5 people

Sleeping up to 5, the Shack includes a 50s style kitchen and a spiral staircase leading to a little double bedroom. This leads down to the dining area with fridge/freezer, microwave, toilet and another double bedroom. Linen provided.

Ellie Shepherd's Hut

Max 4 people

Sleeping up to four, this shepherd's hut includes 1 double bed, 2 single beds, a fridge, kettle, toaster, gas hob and sink. Linen is provided.

Hector Shepherd's Hut

Max 4 people

Sleeps up to four, Hector is ideal for families. Includes a double bed plus two small children's beds, a dining area, fridge, oven/grill, kettle, toaster and toilet facility.

Aunt Sally Shepherd's Hut

Max 2 people

The Aunt Sally shepherd's hut includes a double bed, two smaller beds for kids, dining area, oven/grill microwave, fridge, kettle, toaster and toilet facility. Linen is provided.

Millie Shepherd's Hut

Max 4 people

Sleeping up to four, Millie includes a double bed, sink and electric socket. Linen also provided.

Bollywood Campervan

Max 3 people

Sleeping 3, this converted 1970s VW campervan includes a double bed, single bed, fridge, microwave, toaster, kettle, sink and an outdoor gas BBQ. Roof rolls back if you want to stargaze.

Dark Knight Shepherd's Hut

Max 4 people

Sleeping up to two adults and two children in a double bed, and two small children's beds. With dining area, sink, combination oven/ grill, fridge, kettle and toaster. Its own outside toilet next to the hut. Linen is also provided.


Interested in staying at Windmill Campersite?

Unfortunately Windmill Campersite doesn't share their availability calendar with us yet. Availability changes quickly, especially in summer, so we recommend enquiring by phone to avoid missing out.


Things to do on site and in the Newport area

During your stay, cook up some exciting pizzas in the 'Big Bertha' BBQ or use the 'Spudomatic' to suit your potato cravings. After lunch, take the family to the SiloFlix Cinema for an afternoon action blockbuster or romantic comedy.

The site is also an ideal base for exploring some of the Isle of Wight's tourist highlights. You're less than a ten minute walk from Carisbrooke Castle with impressive architecture and beautiful Edwardian gardens and close to stunning views of the Bowcombe Valley.

You're also on the doorstep of Newport's bustling town centre or, for keen hikers, Robin Hill is just over a ten minute drive away from the site.

Those looking to meet the animals are spoilt for choice. Spend your days at Amazon World Zoo Park, the Isle of Wight Zoo or Monkey Haven.

Other attractions nearby:

  • Blackgang Chine amusement park
  • The Needles
  • Dinosaur Isle
  • Isle of Wight Steam Railway
  • Tapnell Farm Park
  • Shanklin beach
  • Osborne House

Interested in staying at Windmill Campersite?

Unfortunately Windmill Campersite doesn't share their availability calendar with us yet. Availability changes quickly, especially in summer, so we recommend enquiring by phone to avoid missing out.

The listing for Windmill Campersite was last updated on September 18th, 2025 at 1:43 PM

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