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Hollington Park Glamping

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· Woolton Hill, Hampshire, England
10 acres hosted by Claire L.
5 glamping pitches
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Enjoy the comforts of home at some sites—including flush toilets, showers, and a kitchen.
Pod and bell tent glamping in the Berkshire woods on the edge of the North Wessex Downs

You don’t have to be a fan of Downton Abbey to visit Hollington Park Glamping, although it is popular with viewers of the famous series, located, as it is, just five minutes from Highclere Castle – the magnificent house is instantly recognisable from the screen.

Built in 1842, Highclere Castle may be one of the key historic attractions in the area but it’s by no means the oldest. Indeed it’s the National Trust woods themselves, sprawling across the North Wessex Downs, that boast some of the most ageing relics of the region – ancient trees that were probably mere saplings when Highclere’s construction started. It’s among these leafy surrounding that Hollington Park Glamping is found, tucked between ash, oak and horse chestnut trees.

It seems suitable that most things here are made of wood. There are two pods and 2 huge 6m bell tents. The pods have everything you need. Both pods and tents have full sized double beds, fold out z beds for children, complete with fresh bedding and towels. To the front they are decked with outdoor garden furniture looking into Hollington Park a private mature woodland. The bell tents also have all the kit and caboodle provided, so you can turn up with little more than your toothbrush.

The accommodation is set in a magical woodland clearing, accompanied by covered seating areas, each accommodation has it's own piping hot shower, sink and toilet right next to them, so no sharing facilities. In the centre of the clearing there’s a very large firepit, an ideal spot for socialising in the evening with your fellow pod dwellers, each bell tent has it's own fire pit, with surrounding benches built out of humungous tree trunks. Simply forage in the woods for fallen wood for the fire pits.

Owner Claire lives in a little cottage a short stroll away. She’s often popping over to check everything is ok, and can also provide directions to the nearest attractions - the Bombay Sapphire distillery being one of them. There is a myriad of really good local pubs serving good food and drink to choose from.

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9 Ratings · 14 reviews
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Daniel M.recommends
September 12, 2022
Bluebell Cottage
Lovely accommodation and lovely surroundings. The animals on site were a lovely surprise and the kids loved the peacocks!
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Timothy H.recommends
September 6, 2022
Bluebell Cottage
The Perfect Country Break
We loved our stay in Claire’s Shepherd’s Hut. The setting was quiet and well thought out, with great facilities. The shower was really good. We loved the fire pit too. The area is great for beautiful walks and we just loved the experience.
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Andrea L.recommends
July 15, 2022
The Bedouin Bell Tent
Glamping amid the trees
A blissful 2 nights in the Bedouin tent. We chose that tent as it is under the trees. Our small clearing was beautifully shaded by the tree canopy. Lovely to roam the woods and land. Our two small dogs seemed to love exploring too Well equipped Claire was very receptive to some small suggestions we had to make it even better
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Chris M.
March 2, 2022
What a place for relaxation two days we was here was abosulete bliss real camping experience without the fear of getting wet everything was clean and tidy lovely settings surround u and well built pods looking forward to coming back in the summer
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Fiona S.recommends
August 26, 2020
Daisy Cottage
We stayed in a pod for the weekend and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We had a lovely, relaxing time in our pod and wandering around the surrounding woodland. The pod contains everything you can think of, and the bathroom next door is amazing, with a flushing toilet and one of the best showers I've had in a long time. We enjoyed our evenings relaxing and chatting around the camp fire before retiring to one of the comfiest beds we've even slept in. Our dogs loved the place and were made to feel very welcome, particularly by Tony the Great Dane!
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Dawn M.recommends
August 13, 2020
The Bedouin Bell Tent
Me and my two teenagers had two lovely days chilling in the wonderful woodland environment. Our Bedouin tent was so well thought through with touching details. Claire was so helpful and friendly. It was a treat. Thank you.
Location
Woolton Hill, Hampshire, England, United KingdomTraditional, ancestral territory of various First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Claire L.Joined in March 2016
From the host
***1 night stays available on request subject to availability*** Set in 10 acres of private ancient woodland on the Hampshire Berkshire border is our small and unique glamping site. 50 minutes from London 5 minutes from the Historic Highclere Castle. Sweet little vintage styled pod cabins and huge 6m bell tents set in a magical clearing of private woodland, on the Hampshire and Berkshire border For families there are excellent farm parks within easy driving distance. The historic Town of Newbury set on the kennet and avon canal and meets the river Kennet is a 5 minute drive away and host a wealth of shops bars pubs and historic buildings, plus the lovely Victoria Park with it's little boating lake. Finkley Down Farm (01264 324141) is excellent and The Hawk Conservancy Trust (01264 773850) are both just 15 minutes south – ideal if your heading to the south coast. Bucklebury farm park is 20 minutes away. Four Kingdoms Farm Park (01635 269678) is the closest. For most people, though, it's the walking and cycling that makes the North Wessex Downs so popular. Climb Beacon Hill or wander across famous Watership Down. Woolton Hill hosts an excellent market just 5 mins walk away on the last Saturday of every month, while Hungerford, 8 miles away, is full of old antiques shops and pubs. The Bombay Sapphire distillery (01256 890090), located in fantastically atmospheric old buildings, offers tours daily – best to book in advance. And finally of course there's magnificent Highclere Castle (01635 253210). It opens for tours through July and August but outside of these peak months you'll need to check ahead for specific dates.
Nearby attractions
For families there are excellent farm parks within easy driving distance. Finkley Down Farm (01264 324141) is excellent and The Hawk Conservancy Trust (01264 773850) are both just 15 minutes south  – ideal if your heading to the south coast. Four Kingdoms Farm Park (01635 269678) is the closest. For most people, though, it's the walking and cycling that makes the North Wessex Downs so popular. Climb Beacon Hill or wander across famous Watership Down. Woolton Hill hosts an excellent market just 5 mins walk away on the last Saturday of every month, while Hungerford, 8 miles away, is full of old antiques shops and pubs. The Bombay Sapphire distillery (01256 890090), located in fantastically atmospheric old buildings, offers tours daily – best to book in advance. And finally of course there's magnificent Highclere Castle (01635 253210). It opens for tours through July and August but outside of these peak months you'll need to check ahead for specific dates.
Food and drink
There are four pubs within walking distance – The Rampant Cat (01635 253474), The Furze Bush (01635 253228) and, in Highclere, The Red House (01635 255531). The Red House is closed on Mondays and doesn't serve evening meals on Sundays, but the food is excellent and there are plenty of ales on tap. A little further is The Pheasant  (01635 253360)
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