Fresh air, woodland walks and somewhere comfortable to sleep: glamping in the New Forest brings together the pleasures of camping with the convenience of accommodation that’s ready when you arrive. Leave the tent poles at home, pack your favourite breakfast supplies and start looking forward to a slower few days outdoors.
Whether you’re planning a family adventure, a couple’s escape or a break with your dog, our New Forest glamping options give you a choice of locations and places to stay. Here’s how to find the right one, with prices, packing advice and the details that make planning easier.
What does a New Forest glamping break include?
Our bell tents sleep two adults and two children, with a double bed, two single futons and an outdoor picnic area. Prices start at £300 for a three-night weekday stay. Camping pods at Long Meadow start at £225 for three weekday nights. Bring your own bedding; shared campsite toilets and showers are available. Explore the bell tent options and Long Meadow pods to compare accommodation.
The appeal is simple: you can enjoy time outdoors without putting up a tent when you arrive. There’s still that lovely camping rhythm – breakfast outside, a day exploring and an evening back at your own little base, but with fewer things to organise before settling in.
Bell tents or pods: which should you choose?
Bell tents for a classic camping atmosphere
If sleeping under canvas is part of the adventure for you, a bell tent is a lovely choice. It suits those who want the camping experience with beds already in place, as well as couples who enjoy having space to spread out.
There’s something special about unzipping the entrance in the morning and taking breakfast outside. Children can bring their favourite games, while grown-ups can enjoy the rare luxury of having very little on the agenda.
For anyone comparing bell tent New Forest options, Roundhill’s furnished bell tents are a useful starting point.
Pods for a different kind of outdoor break
Prefer a solid structure around you? Long Meadow’s camping pods offer an alternative to canvas. Small pods sleep two people, while large pods sleep three. Both have a double bed with a mattress; the larger option also includes a single futon.
Think about your group before choosing. A couple may find a small pod just right, while a family of two adults and two children will need the sleeping capacity of a bell tent. Dogs are not permitted in the pods.
Glamping New Forest prices: what does a stay cost?
Use this table to compare the published three-night prices before choosing your dates.
| Accommodation | Weekday: Tuesday–Friday | Weekend: Friday–Monday | Bank holiday weekend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glamping Bell tents | From £300 | From £360 | From £390 |
| Glamping pods at Long Meadow | From £225 | From £255 | From £285 |
Prices shown are per accommodation for three nights, rather than per person. These are published rates checked in September 2026; confirm the price and availability for your chosen dates before booking. See bell tent pricing and pod pricing.
If your dates are flexible, compare a weekday break with a weekend stay. It’s also worth deciding whether you want a full itinerary or simply a few days to unwind: leaving room for unplanned walks and relaxed meals can be part of the pleasure!
What’s included in a bell tent?
Knowing what’s ready for you makes packing much easier. Our bell tents include:
- A double bed with a mattress and two single futons
- Your own picnic bench
- A barbecue, charcoal and barbecue utensils
- Cutlery and crockery
- A cool box with ice
You also have access to campsite facilities, including shared toilets, showers, drinking water and washing-up facilities.
Bedding is not included, so pack pillows, duvets or sleeping bags, plus any extra blankets you like for cooler nights. Bring a suitable camping stove, pans and kettle if you want to prepare meals beyond the barbecue.
For Long Meadow’s accommodation-specific extras, check the bell tent and pod inventory before packing.
Where can you go glamping in the New Forest?
Each location offers a slightly different starting point for your holiday. Choose around the places you want to explore and the facilities that matter to your group.
Roundhill: for a base near Beaulieu
Between Beaulieu and Brockenhurst, Roundhill makes a good choice for visitors who want to combine time on the campsite with exploring the surrounding area.
Spend a day discovering Beaulieu, then return for an easy outdoor supper. You don’t need to fill every hour: a book, a board game and time together can be enough.
Explore glamping at Roundhill
Holmsley: for family facilities
Holmsley is worth considering if practical facilities are high on your list. Its published amenities include a play area, shop, takeaway, laundry and accessible facilities.
That gives families options when plans change or nobody feels like cooking. You can organise an active day out, then keep the evening simple back at the campsite.
Discover glamping at Holmsley
Long Meadow: for a choice of accommodation
Long Meadow near Brockenhurst offers both bell tents and camping pods, making it a helpful starting point if you’re still deciding which style of stay suits you.
Choose your accommodation first, then build the holiday around the pace you enjoy – whether that means walking, exploring nearby villages or taking your time over breakfast.
Compare glamping at Long Meadow
Ashurst: for convenient train access
Ashurst is a useful option if you’re considering arriving by train. The campsite is a short walk from Ashurst station, with pubs, shops and cafés nearby.
Pack with the journey in mind, particularly as you’ll need to bring bedding. It’s an appealing choice for travellers who enjoy having everyday essentials within reach and want to explore on foot.
Find out about glamping at Ashurst
Hollands Wood: for woodland surroundings
Hollands Wood offers bell tents near Brockenhurst, with woodland surroundings and access to walking and cycling routes. Campsite facilities include toilets, showers and laundry, with accessible facilities available.
It’s a good option for a holiday built around simple pleasures: a morning walk, lunch in the village and a relaxed afternoon back at camp.
Discover glamping at Hollands Wood.
Dog-friendly glamping options
Your dog can join the adventure too, with dog-friendly glamping options available in selected bell tents at Holmsley. Choose a dog-friendly tent when booking, as dogs aren’t permitted in every unit.
Pack your dog’s bed, bowls, food, lead, towels and waste bags alongside your own essentials. A familiar blanket can help them settle into their temporary home.
Is glamping a luxury camping experience?
If luxury glamping in the New Forest is on your holiday wishlist, consider which comforts matter most to you. Having accommodation ready on arrival, a proper mattress and somewhere to sit outside can make a big difference to your camping experience.
Our bell tents have no heating or electricity, and bathrooms are shared campsite facilities. Bring warm layers, bedding and a charged power bank. You can find more practical details in our glamping FAQs.
This style of holiday suits people who enjoy being close to nature and appreciate a comfortable place to return to after exploring.
What should you pack?
Alongside bedding, bring towels, toiletries, weather-appropriate clothing, comfortable walking shoes and a torch. An eye mask can be useful if bright mornings tend to wake you early.
Plan a straightforward first meal so arrival day feels relaxed. Pack a few favourite snacks, a book and a game everyone enjoys. You’ll often get more from a short break by leaving gaps in the itinerary than by trying to see everything.
Plan your New Forest glamping break
If you’ve been searching for glamping New Forest uk breaks, start by choosing your accommodation, checking your group’s sleeping requirements and deciding whether you’re bringing a dog. Then compare locations and dates.
Browse our glamping in the New Forest accommodation to find your next escape.
Travelling with friends who have their own tent, caravan or motorhome? Explore our New Forest campsites to help everyone plan their stay.
Glamping FAQs
Everything you need to know before booking a glamping break in the New Forest.
What’s included in a New Forest glamping bell tent?+
Our bell tents come with a double bed and mattress, two single futons, your own picnic bench, a barbecue with charcoal and utensils, cutlery and crockery, and a cool box with ice. You’ll also have access to the shared campsite facilities: toilets, showers, drinking water and washing-up areas.
The one thing to remember is that bedding isn’t included, so pack pillows, duvets or sleeping bags, plus a few extra blankets for cooler nights.
Should I choose a bell tent or a camping pod?+
It comes down to your group and the feel you’re after. Bell tents keep that classic under-canvas camping atmosphere and sleep two adults and two children, so they’re the better fit for families. Pods at Long Meadow give you a solid structure around you – small pods sleep two, large pods sleep three – which suits couples or anyone who’d rather not be under canvas.
One thing to note: dogs aren’t permitted in the pods. You can compare both options on our glamping page.
How much does glamping in the New Forest cost?+
Prices are per accommodation for three nights, not per person. Bell tents start from £300 on a weekday (Tuesday–Friday), £360 for a weekend (Friday–Monday) and £390 over a bank holiday. Camping pods at Long Meadow start from £225 weekday, £255 weekend and £285 bank holiday.
These are published rates checked in September 2026 – always confirm the price and availability for your chosen dates before booking.
Can I bring my dog glamping in the New Forest?+
Yes – selected dog-friendly bell tents are available at Holmsley. Just make sure you choose a dog-friendly unit when booking, as the policy doesn’t apply to every tent.
Pack your dog’s bed, bowls, food, lead, towels and waste bags alongside your own essentials – a familiar blanket can help them settle into their temporary home. You can see the options on our Holmsley glamping page.
Is glamping in the New Forest luxury?+
It’s comfortable rather than five-star. You get accommodation ready on arrival, a proper mattress and somewhere to sit outside, which makes a real difference to a camping break. But the bell tents have no heating or electricity, and the bathrooms are shared campsite facilities.
Bring warm layers, your bedding and a charged power bank, and it’s a lovely way to be close to nature with a comfortable base to come back to. There’s more detail in our glamping FAQs.