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Setthorns Camping In The New Forest
Wooton
New Milton
Hampshire (Browse area)
BH25 5WA
Tel: 01590 681020
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Pitches: 235
Open: 01/01/2026 to 31/12/2026
01/01/2027 to 31/12/2027
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 Caravan Pitches |
 Motorhome Pitches |
 Small Campervans |
 No Glamping Units |
 No Statics for Hire |
 No Statics for Sale |
 Seasonal Pitches |
 Electric Hookups |
 Hardstanding Pitches |
 No Fully Serviced Pitches |
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| Who's it for |
 Families Welcome |
 Not Members Only |
 No Rallies |
 Not Naturist Site |
 Dogs Welcome |
 No Dogs Allowed |
 Groups Welcome |
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| Facilities |
 No Toilets |
 No Showers |
 No Washing Up Area |
 No Bathroom |
 No Baby Changing |
 No Laundry |
 Drinking Water |
 Disabled Friendly |
 Chemical Disposal |
 No Battery Charging |
 No Gas Exchange |
 Recycling Facilities |
 No Kitchen Facilities |
 No Freezer / Fridge |
 No Motorhome Point |
 No Wifi Access |
 Shop <5 miles |
 Bar <1 mile |
 Restaurant or Cafe or Takeaway <1 mile |
| Activities |
 No Playground |
 No TV Room |
 No Games Room |
 No Evening Ents |
 Fishing <5 miles |
 No Wild Swimming |
 No Indoor Pool |
 No Outdoor Pool |
 Horse Riding <5 miles |
 No Cycle Hire |
 No Golf |
 No Tennis |
 Beach <10 miles |
 Watersports <10 miles |
 Boat Launch / Mooring <10 miles |
| Other Features |
 No Sea Views |
 Not Working Farm |
 No Campfires Allowed |
 Open All Year |
 No Waterside Pitches |
 Public Transport <5 miles |
 Offroad Dog Walk On Site or Direct Access |
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| Date of Visit: April 2009 |
Unit: Touring Caravan |
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| Reviewer: Littleroam |
2 reviews from this member |
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 Very pretty site. This is the first time we have stayed in a Forestry Commission site and we were impressed. Own sanitation needed but despite initial trepidation it was fine. In fact, not having to rush for the hot water of communal showers or vacant toilets added to the relaxed nature of our stay. We stayed during the Easter bank holiday with our children (4 & 6) and were located up in the pine tops section. The only downside for us was our pitch was quite close to the site roadway (as most of the pitches were). Disappointingly, cars did not not stick to the 5mph site limit which was a concern for us with the children. Overall though we would recommend this site for a forest experience. 
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| Date of Visit: February 2009 |
Unit: Touring Caravan |
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| Reviewer: Santas helper |
3 reviews from this member |
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We loved this site. We stayed here during February and was lucky enough to be there when the snow fell.
This site certainly makes you feel like you have gone back to nature. The wildlife is spectacular, squirrels everywhere as well as foxes, deer, ponies and plenty of different types of birds.
There are no toilet facilities but there are plenty of water and waste facilities.
Definitely a site to visit summer or winter.
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| Date of Visit: February 2009 |
Unit: Motorhome |
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| Reviewer: Oldgazza |
25 reviews from this member |
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Stayed for 2 nights in pine top section of site. Good pitches amongst the pines (shaded). Good service points, hook ups. Can get some road noise but other areas of site would be quieter.Direct access into the forest for dog walking, lovely walk into Sway about 35-40 mins through wooded paths, visit the Horse and Hounds great food, real ales and cider. Disused railway line running through site, doggy heaven. Site managers friendly and helpful, will go back again, should imagine absolutely beautiful in summer months. Quite busy even in Feb but then not lots of sites open yet.Need your own sanitation.
Overall a lovely site thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
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| Date of Visit: August 2008 |
Unit: Touring Caravan |
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| Reviewer: Pullup |
15 reviews from this member |
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We really loved this tranquil site, you check in at reception and then drive around to find a suitable pitch, although we had heavy rain pitches where well drained. Even though the site was full on bank holiday weekend we still spotted some vacant pitches, so finding spot shouldn't be a problem. We didn't notice any lights on site and it got really dark quickly in the evening( I think this helped to keep site quiet). They have a large choice of secondhand books at reception (you donate money to their charity). They also stock toilet chemicals and pegs for hard soil 90p each(which you will need). The reception has alot of local information maps and leaflets and the staff are very helpful.
It is lovely watching the squirrels collecting nuts in the morning and early evening, we also saw a variety of deer as well as the local horses, ponies and donkeys but watch out for the mosquitos!
The horse and hounds at sway has lovely food but very busy and I would advise booking.
I would recommend sticking to a cycle route or specific track when walking without a map because we spent 4 hours walking around in circles.
Would definitely visit again.
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| Date of Visit: August 2008 |
Unit: Touring Caravan |
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| Reviewer: Sarahk |
20 reviews from this member |
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Really nice site, and friendly staff. Very relaxed, clean and tidy and in the woods. We stayed for a week with the mixture of sun and rain we're blessed with this year! Our pitch did get a bit on the damp side but we could have chosen better.
Bikes are a must as there is so much to explore within easy cycling distance. The pub in Sway is excellent and only a mile so easily within walking distance (we used our bikes though.!). Just head out from the top of the campsite (opp end to the reception) keep on straight until you reach a gate and onto the main road, turn right, over the cattle/horsey grid and turn left, straight down to the bottom, immediate right and pub on the left.
Brockenhurst is also easily cycle distance from the site using the old railway track, mind the horses on route!
We cycled to lots of places using the tracks and at times a little bit of the road but nothing horrible.
We loved the area and hope to return one day.
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| Date of Visit: July 2008 |
Unit: Touring Caravan |
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| Reviewer: Gaynor363 |
9 reviews from this member |
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Just arrived back form a lovely weekend at Setthorns. We stayed there 17 years ago and it hasn't really changed much at all - but that's good! There are no loos / showers which I admit I would prefer to have on site but it's worth putting up with that for the beautiful scenery, lovely walks and peace and quiet!
Our dog has had so many long walks he's come back an inch or two shorter! You do not need to take the car out as all the walks can be made from the site or opposite.
A lovely pub 'Hare and Hounds' near sway, very nice food! The only thing I would moan about is that I did not come across any dog waste bins on site - there really should be as there are lots of dogs around! all in all 10/10!
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| Date of Visit: September 2007 |
Unit: Touring Caravan |
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| Reviewer: Catherine slade |
11 reviews from this member |
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Fantastic. There are only electric hookups here and that suited us perfectly, really peaceful. Brilliant with the disused railway track running through, ideal for children cycling and walking etc.
Nice pitches although you can't prebook. This means driving around until you find one which can be a pain sometimes. Well worth a visit and we will certainly be going again.
The pub in Sway I think called the coach and horses or the hare and hounds! sorry can't remember the name did nice food. It is out of the site turn right and down the road until the end and turn right and then it is on the left.
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| Date of Visit: August 2007 |
Unit: Touring Caravan |
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| Reviewer: SUGGY |
1 review from this member |
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Arrived early evening and had trouble finding a hook-up in the dusk.
A good site to hike and cycle from, many tracks and lots of good views. No chance of bordom with a wealth of local towns and villages, hidden pubs, horse riding not too far away. The sea!
You then return to magnificent tranquillity amongst the trees of the old forest.
ADVISE get there early but once settled enjoy!
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| Date of Visit: August 2007 |
Unit: Trailer Tent |
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| Reviewer: Tentpegjenny |
5 reviews from this member |
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Is site was VERY EXPENSIVE. This is a no facility site and you need your own loo.You need rock pegs as the ground is very stony and a good mallet! Would be helpful if you were warned about this before arrival! The office did sell rock pegs and toilet chemicals.
The site itself was lovely amongst the trees many pitches situated in clearings to ensure privacy even in busy periods. You could walk straight out into the surrounding heathland which was stunning, or cycle out along the old railway line that runs through the site. It was enclosed and did not have views being very much in the woodland and shade.
Facilities, IE the tap and septic disposal points were well maintained and easily accessible. Hook ups were available. Rubbish was removed daily, no recycling facilities on site. The wardens were new and not to the standard that I have come to expect from the C&C club and were rather offhand. Not awful, but just had this feeling that my presence was an inconvenience to them. They did mishandle some newbie campers who made a mistake and just survived a dreadful first night and were cold and tired. They were just not tactful, it was a confrontation that could have been avoided and left the couple upset.
I notice there was a supply of second hand paperbacks in the site office presumably for sale or loan and loo fluid and rock pegs. You could also book forest warden walks and activities from the site, we did so and thoroughly enjoyed two walks, deer watch and forest foods. Restful informal site and other campers were delightful, kids that were a pleasure to have around, considerate and polite. Nearest milk in Sway, no shops on site. Supermarket could be found Lymington. Good range of farm shops in the area. Lots and lots to do in the area…. Would I recommend. Yes, lovely site. Would I go back?? Not sure, it was pricey, possibly out of season.
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| Date of Visit: July 2006 |
Unit: Touring Caravan |
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| Reviewer: Mirabelle |
37 reviews from this member |
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What a special site! So peaceful, surrounded by beautiful forest with ponies wandering around, birds chirping and a really happy feeling. We were on a pitch near the road, by a big old oak tree with a resident Wood Pecker! we had stunning views of the forest and felt very relaxed, it was also great that we had lots of trees giving our pitch almost total shade from the hot hot sun! No showers or toilets of course, but the back to nature happy feel makes up for that, although if done in sympathy with the special surroundings I think some toilets/showers would make Setthorns even better, as after a day at the beach you could do with a shower. Loved the fact that Setthorns is also close to lots of New Forest villages and nice beaches, all in all it was very nice, and I feel we will most likely be back!
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