Camping in Lymington

Renowned for being a World class sailing resort, the beautiful town of Lymington sits right on the edge of The New Forest, surrounded by miles of ancient woodland to the North with stunning views across the Solent in the South.

The Georgian high street boasts a number of independent retailers and boutique shops, every Saturday playing host to the popular street market which attracts traders and farmers from across the South. Once you’ve procured some treasures at the market, wander through the cobbled streets of the old town to the Quay where it’s easy to lose hours watching boats and yachts of all shapes and sizes sailing by.

With its strong maritime links and sailing history, there’s no better place to get out on the water and learn the ropes for yourself. There are plenty of companies in Lymington and the local area offering water-based activities including sailing, kayaking, windsurfing and waterskiing. If you’d rather let someone else do the navigating, sign up for a day sail around the harbour and out into the Solent for beautiful views of the Isle of Wight and the Hampshire coastline. The car ferry service operating out of Lymington Harbour links to Yarmouth in around 30 minutes, perfect for a day trip over to the Isle of Wight.

If staying on dry land is more your thing, Lymington sits on the edge of the New Forest, amidst acres of fabulous heathland and woodland. Within the Forest there lies an endless network of walking routes of varying lengths for full and half day adventures. Just to the North of Lymington is Royden Woods Nature Reserve which offers beautiful bluebell walks in the spring and a host of different wildlife habitats throughout the year.

The New Forest is also perfect for exploring by bicycle with miles of off-road trails to suit a range of abilities. There are plenty of opportunities to hire bikes around and within the Forest with lots of information available to help plan your route. Alternatively, many visitors choose to explore the National Park on horseback, with a variety of stables offering riding lessons and hacks for riders of all abilities.