Forest Lodge Farm

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Perfect peace

Spent a week here during the 1st week in July 2015 after initially visiting about 5 years ago. A perfect peace haven to enjoy the quiet but abundant wildlife present. Out of 7 nights on site we had the place to ourselves for 5 of these. My husband went fishing in the private pond and caught/ released several Carp and Roach at no extra fee. We too used the footpath to visit the local pub which is only yards away. Central for all local facilities and attractions as well as being approx only 6 miles away from Beaulieu. If you are looking for peace and tranquillity and can be self sufficient (no electric) this site will reward you in all aspects. The cost apart from financial is having to commit to the drive in and being prepared to open gates to access this wonderland. Idyllic for nature lovers - Thank you Mr Penny - we will be back.

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Offthegrid

Caravanner

Reviewed on 27/07/2015 19:12

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Rated 4 of 5

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Rated 4 of 5

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A little treasure of a CL

Despite comments of last review, we found the narrow track ok, no worse than many other farm entrances. The yard was full of the owners belongings, true but more interesting than messy. The owner was very friendly and helpful, advising us where to find water and CWD point as well as access to the lake and pub beyond. He also advised us to look out for the resident fox, which we saw just as he said. The grass was mown and we shared the site with two other units with loads of space. Money did not seam a priority and at a fiver was almost incidental. If you are looking for a fully serviced site with immaculately manicured lawns, signs all over and uniformed wardens then stick to Club Sites I would say, if not, then you could do a LOT worse than this CL. We would use this site again. I would have no hesitation in recommending the CL to a member who looks for back to basics sites.

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THE Vanterrier

Motorhomer

Reviewed on 09/07/2015 20:32

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Rated 4 of 5

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Very unsafe and dangerous access

We visited in June 2014. The access to the site is very and I mean very dagerous as the track is very steep and colapsing on both sides , the vegitation is very overgrown and will scratch or damage your motor be it a caravan or motor home. Once you enter the track to the farm there is no means of turning round, you are then commited.

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lizydust

Reviewed on 28/06/2014 11:59

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Tranquil, tucked away with views of the local wildlife

Access to the site is easy - we have an estate car towing a single axle caravan and it's very straightforward to drive through the farm to the tucked away site which is well away from any roads or noise from the farm animals. The owner, Mr Penny is a mine of information and extremely helpful. The facilities are wonderfully straightforward - there's a drinking water tap in the field and a CDP to the side of the track between the site and the farm yard. The site itself beautiful - it is lined by flora on three sides and one long side is open for views over the adjoining paddock where the local wildlife puts on a lovely show - we've seen plenty of rabbits, all sorts of birds, fox and deer. The hedges change according to the time of year - our last visit mid-May 2014 saw a magnificent display of the rhododendron in flower. A short walk through the woods beyond the site takes you to the back of the farm onto a quiet dead-end road which has a very pleasant pub just a few yards' walk. If you want peace and quiet surrounded by nature, yet easy access to shops in Holbury, visits further into the New Forest, or to take the ferry to Southampton, this is the site for you. We always look forward to returning!

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MeesterSmith

Reviewed on 20/05/2014 23:22

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Peacefull CL

This is a luvly quiet cl. The track into the site is accessible to towed outfits with care. Our caravan is 7'2" wide,21' long.We have a long estate car with a woman driver & got to the site without a problem.We did encounter some wheel spinning when leaving the site with the van in tow but only briefly.This wasnt a problem though.There is a fresh water tap,a chemical emptying point with a tap for rinsing & a nice pub close by that serves food.We found Mr Penny the owner very helpfull & friendly.This was our first visit to the site & we stoped 9 nights.We hope to be back again oneday.Thankyou to Mr Penny for having us.

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GreatBritishHolidays

Caravanner from Worcestershire

Reviewed on 16/07/2013 16:23

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A Real Farm CL

We stayed for 7 nights at this CL from 27/09/2012, just 9 days after Whitechief. What a shame that 2012 summer saw so much rain and such rapid growth of trees and scrub. The whole 250yds of access track was clear both width and height wise when we were there. Our MH is a mere 6.5m long but we were joined by a towed outfit after a few days. As Whitechief says this is a lovely field among trees on a working farm with horses, well drained, even after torrential rain it doesn't get muddy. Great for woodland walks and just a short walk to the estuary. The town and Southend ferry is a little further. We used the bus extensively, only a few minutes walk to the stop from the site. Convenient for New Forest and Isle of White trips too. We will be back.

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swradioactive

Motorhomer

Reviewed on 06/10/2012 18:49

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Rated 4 of 5

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Rated 3 of 5

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Great Site - shame about the access

I recently visited this site with a 7m motorhome. I do not think you would get in there towing anything. Once I had found the location and turned in there was no going back as there was no room to turn round. This is a lovely field to camp - once you are down there - and so when the owner gets to improving the tracks between the road and the field it will be great. Our motorhome did get scratched on sides and roof - so be warned. There are a couple of tight turns and brambles and branches - but this is the countryside. To be fair I would still give this site a visit next year - having checked things out better first with the owner.

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Whitechief

Reviewed on 18/09/2012 19:23

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