Denny Wood Campsite
Back to basics
Prices From
£12.50
Per night (Two Adults & Two Children)
Reopening 2026
Denny Wood Campsite, Lyndhurst
SO43 7FZ, UK
Overview
Camping in ancient woodland
Perfect for a back to basics style camping, there’s a fabulous feeling of remoteness at Denny Wood. Pitches are separated by the natural features of the land, such as ferns, oaks and fallen trees so it feels like you have your own isolated piece of nature. But you’re never alone for long here as you’ll have the company of the free roaming ponies and wildlife including deer, birds and butterflies.
Spend your days exploring the nearby trails on foot or by bike and you’ll be taken into a world of heathland, open grassland, rivers and woodland.
Please note:
Dogs are not allowed on this site.
This is a limited facility campsite with no showers or toilets, so it’s essential to bring your own chemical toilet.
When visiting the New Forest, please follow the New Forest Code to help us care and look after this unique place for everyone to enjoy.
If you plan to use your own petrol generator during your stay, please take a moment to read our updated policy on their use here
Any barbecues used on our sites should be specifically designed and used only for the purpose of cooking food (i.e. not firepits). They should be robust, secure and able to be raised off of the forest floor, there should be no damage or marks left on the ground where they have been used. In support of the New Forest Action Plan, we are asking campers not to bring disposable barbecues for their stay. We are also reminding campers that outside of our sites, no barbecues of any kind are now allowed anywhere in the New Forest.
Please do not feed, pet or approach the animals in and around the campsite; they may look friendly but are unpredictable and can bite and kick. Please keep all food sealed and out of reach of the ponies.
At a glance
- No toilets or showers
- Chemical toilet required
- Grass only pitches
- Dogs are not allowed on this site due to ground nesting birds
- Close to Brockenhurst, Lyndhurst and Beaulieu
Opening dates for 2026
- Thursday 21st May – Tuesday 1st September
- (Monday, Wednesday, Friday Arrivals – 2 night minimum)
- Bank Holidays 3 night minimum
Facilities Available
Chemical Disposal Point
Drinking Water Taps
Motor Home
Seasonal Pitches
Tents
Touring Caravan
Trailer Tents
Things to do
Activities near Denny Wood Campsite
The New Forest and surrounding area offers visitors to Denny Wood campsite a whole range of fun activities and family days out to enjoy. You can go horse riding and cycling in the forest or head a little further afield to one of the area’s many attractions or simply sample some of the local food and drink on offer in one of the area’s many tea rooms, pubs and restaurants.
With the forest in such close proximity, you’ll never be short of things to do. Here are a few ideas to get you started:
The Huntsman Restaurant, Brockenhurst
A 13th century coaching inn full of character, charm, drink and food. A perfect countryside treat after your busy day in the forest.
Address: Brockenhurst, SO42 7RH
Tel: 01590 622 225
Forest Leisure Cycling
Cycle hire from Forest Leisure Cycling, in Burley, the perfect base for easy access to the New Forest Trails, with rides and bikes for all ages!
Open 7 days a week.
Tel: 01425 403584
Hurst Castle
Discover the fortress built by Henry VIII. Take a short ferry ride or trek along the 1.5 mile sea road to get to the magnificent castle.
Tel: 01590 642500
Paultons Family Theme Park, Home of Peppa Pig World
Perfect for families, Paultons Family Theme park is a great day out. Paultons Park is host to more than 60 additional rides and attractions.
Address: Paultons Park, Romsey, Hampshire SO51 6AL
Tel: 023 8081 4442
The New Forest Activity Centre
Try some exciting outdoor activities such as archery, bushcraft or family combat games, or take part in a full day of adventure.
Address: New Forest Activities, Hazel Copse Farm, Beaulieu, Hampshire, SO42 7WA
Tel: 01590 612377
The Three Tuns Inn, Bransgore
A cosy retreat in the heart of the New Forest, with a log fire for the winter and a beautiful terrace.
Address: Bransgore, BH23 8JH
Tel: 01425 672232
Meeple Play Café, Hythe
Swap screens for something more hands-on during your holiday. With shelves of board games for all ages, to imaginative role play areas and creative activities like pottery painting.
46 Pylewell Road, Hythe, SO45 6AQ
Facilities
Facilities available at Denny Wood Campsite in the New Forest
Pitches are suitable for tents, caravans and motorhomes, making Matley Wood campsite perfect for all campers.
Please note: There are no toilets or shower facilities on site, so your own chemical toilet is required. The site has a special emphasis on nothing but nature, meaning that grassland and trees take precedence over toilet and shower blocks, though chemical toilet disposal facilities are available.
On arrival please collect permits from Denny Wood campsite reception. Denny Wood reception office hours are published on the notice board.
Matley Wood also offers the perfect place for a rally or group gathering.
Full list of Facilities
Accessible Facilities
Battery Charging
Chemical Disposal Point
Dish Washing
Dog Wash
Drinking Water Taps
Electric Pitches
Electric Razor Sockets
Gas Cylinders
Laundry
Motor Home
Motorhome Service Point
Dog Friendly
Play Area
Rally Field
Seasonal Pitches
Shop
Showers
Storage
Tents
Toilets
Takeaway
Touring Caravan
Trailer Tents
Washbasins
WiFi
XL Pitches
EV Charging Point
Video
Denny Wood Campsite in the New Forest
Location
Directions to Denny Wood Campsite
Do not follow Sat Nav, follow directions below:
- Leave the M27 at junction 3 on to the M271, signposted Southampton & The Docks
- At the Redbridge Roundabout take the 2nd exit on to the A35, in a south westerly direction towards Totton and Lyndhurst
- Continue on the A35 over two roundabouts, heading towards Lyndhurst
- Just before Lyndhurst Village there is a left hand turn on to Beaulieu Road, the B3056. Denny Wood campsite is situated about a mile down this road on the right hand side.
Public transport around Denny Wood
Trains
The closest railway station is at Beaulieu Road on the B3056 about ¾ of a mile south of Denny Wood or ½ mile using the Forest footpath.
Beaulieu Road station is a request stop on the Weymouth – London line. There are no bus services from this station apart from the New Forest Tour Bus.
Buses
Denny Wood campsite is not on a current Bus route except for the New Forest tour bus.
The nearest public service bus stop is in Lyndhurst, 2 miles away.
New Forest tour bus
The tour bus is a great way to see the New Forest and runs between late June and mid-September. It is a hop on hop off service and the Denny Wood campsite is situated on the green route.
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