As you sit outside by the fire pit toasting marshmallows (supplied), looking out over a field where deer and rabbits can often be seen, it is hard to imagine you are glamping in Hampshire, only a short distance from the friendly market town of Ringwood. You will almost certainly see bats and hear the owls in the evening too.

Our shepherds hut is lit by fairy lights and has a wood burner inside. The hut has one double plug socket, a mini fridge and tea /coffee making facilities. There is a six foot sturdy picnic bench on the grass outside in the sunniest breakfast spot in the whole garden! There is a five-foot-wide double bed (bedding and towels provided). For children, there is a bench seat and an additional mattress. The hut has its own colourful compost toilet (with fairy lights too!). There is a shared-use flush toilet and shower near the main house. In the warmer months outdoor showering facilities (very basic- for the adventurous, with a porta-shower and black solar bags to warm up in the sun.)

Fernwood Glamping is a quiet location for couples or families with up to 2 children wanting to unwind and relax in our rural setting. For this reason, we ask that music is not played outside, guests are quiet by 10pm and pup tents are not allowed. Our hut and van inside are non- smoking areas please! It will be a memorable place to stay with your children, but we do ask you to also think carefully about safety aspects (hot wood burner, unfenced pond and high deer hide) before booking. We regret, no dogs.

Having lived in Ringwood for over 25 years and brought up our three children here, we are more than happy to help with ideas of places to visit or ideas for walking or cycling. Whether you want to explore the forest or are looking for a more organised day out, there is certainly plenty to do around here. Popular with families is Peppa Pig World at Paulton's Park, the play trail at Moors Valley Country Park or a visit to one of our local beaches (such as Southbourne, Hengistbury Head / Mudeford Quay). For teens or the young at heart, we have The New Forest Water Park, Go Ape / Bike Hire / Play Trails at Moors Valley as well as The New Forest Animal Park and The Raptor and Reptile Centre. Tesco Local, bakery (with pizza takeaway Friday and Saturday night), off licence and Fish and Chip shop 1/2 km away.

Stay in our Shepherd’s Hut in Hampshire for a relaxing glamping break near the New Forest or a family stay away in the beautiful English countryside.