Matley Wood Campsite and Caravan Park is one of the smaller New Forest locations offered by Camping in The New Forest and provides a secluded ambience in a beautiful woodland setting. For those seeking peace and tranquillity, then this site will surely be for you.

Totally immersed in the natural landscape, visitors will be able to enjoy relaxation and fun with the family. Protected by the surrounding oak trees, the lush vegetation literally creeps up to the edge of your tent, caravan or motorhome. Finding your perfect pitch couldn’t be easier, as every part of the site offers its own unique character. You could be residing amongst the ferns, be nestled next to a tree trunk or stay more out in the open if you prefer, taking in far-reaching views of the forest’s enormous collection of various trees.

With free roaming animals, miles of cycle tracks and endless paths to walk on the doorstep, this site has direct access to the forest and all the nearby attractions. There really is no better way to gain a more unique New Forest experience from Matley Wood!

Things To See At Matley Wood

The New Forest is not surprisingly an area of special interest because of its unique environment and rare mix of habitats that support both animal and plant life. The New Forest is also a haven to local wildlife, apart from the famous ponies and deer, it is home to the UK’s largest breeding population of the rare Dartford Warbler.

Its also worth noting that all three snake species of Britain can be discovered in the forest, the adder, grass snake and smooth snake. But do not worry, they are more scared of you so there is very little chance of encountering one. If you really want to seek them out however, they are known to be found basking on the heathland during the Summer months.

Equally, rare and impressive plant life can be found in abundance, with around 700 species of wildflower growing in the forest. This amounts to around a third of the total found in the UK, while rare plants such as the blue marsh gentian and the bog orchid grow in the New Forest mires.

Things To Do At Matley Wood

Matley Wood campsite offers direct access into the Forest. Brockenhurst is a pretty little village and can be reached directly from the site by bike without ever having to take to the road. The campsite is also within easy walking distance of Lyndhurst, a lively little town known as the unofficial capital of the New Forest. There are a host of restaurants, shops and pubs to enjoy and is well worth a visit. Beaulieu National Motor Museum and palace are just a short car or cycle journey away and they are known to hold special events throughout the season. 

It is also worth knowing that the New Forest Tour open top sightseeing bus stops at Matley Wood campsite during the busy summer months.

Please note there are no toilet or shower facilities on this site, so a chemical toilet is required. There is also no office, visitors wishing to stay on this campsite need to report to Denny Wood campsite a short distance down the road on the right hand side.

Dogs are welcome at Matley Wood.

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How To Get To Matley Wood Campsite And Caravan Park

The campsite is roughly just two miles east of Lyndhurst, after you take the B3056 road to Beaulieu. If coming from the direction of Lyndhurst, you will pass open heathland on the left hand side of the road. Matley Wood is amongst the main set of trees you first see on the left, as the heathland ends. Be sure to take the first gravel entrance into the campsite as the second one is just a car park.

If coming from the Beaulieu direction, you will pass the Beaulieu Road Hotel and station on your left. Keep on going for another mile or so along this road and you will pass the entrance to Denny Wood campsite on the sharp right hand bend. Matley Wood campsite is at the top of the hill on the right.

GPS / SatNav information – the campsite entrance is at:
Lat/long. 50.866,-1.535 / OS grid ref. SU329075.

Open 23rd March – 1st October 2018

Seasonal Pitches, Grass only pitch (no electric), A well-sheltered site, Chemical toilet disposal point, Drinking water taps, Pets welcome, Grass only pitch for larger tents, Standard pitches.

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Campsite Contact Details

Address of site:

Matley Wood Caravan Park and Camping Site
Beaulieu Road
Lyndhurst
Hampshire
SO43 7FZ

Telephone: 02380 293144

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