Southland Experience Freedom Glamping
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- Family-friendly glamping in the Isle of Wight's Arreton Valley
- A 10-minute drive from Sandown beach; Ventnor 15 minutes
- Well-equipped canvas safari tents on the outskirts of a small village
Site type
3
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Bookings must not be for more than 21 consecutive nights.
- Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Fri, 4 Apr to
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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.
Chilled- out camping with great clean facilities.
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2 bedroom safari tent
Liked: We liked everything! ☆☆☆☆☆
We just got back from Southland, and honestly, it was brilliant! We stayed in one of their Safari Tents, and wow, it had absolutely everything we needed. They even gave us two disposable BBQs for our two-night stay – how good is that?! The place was super clean, which is always a massive plus. And the facilities were spot on, they've really thought of everything.
It was so peaceful and quiet there – a proper escape! Our 5 year old.was in his element with the amazing playground, kept him busy for ages.
The staff were really friendly and helpful, nothing was too much trouble. We loved wandering around the campsite, the surrounding area is lovely. We saw loads of animals and cute little bunnies hopping about!
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The cleanest facilities i have seen
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2 bedroom safari tent
Liked: Very clean toilet, biggest shower blocks i have seen, and organized facilities.
Disliked: None
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Excellent staff, clean facilities, amazing site
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2 bedroom safari tent
Liked: We like all of it. The Glamping tents were amazing clean and well organised. You have everything you need cups, glasses, cutlery and so much more you get disposable bbq in the tent so you don't need to rush out and fine one as well as bbq accessories. The bed are really comfy and clean no marks on the bedding. it feel like home from home. The site toilet and showers are amazing clean and well stocked with toilet roll and even got hairdryers. The site has a washing machine you can use. There is a play park for the kids and my kids had a lot of fun there. They have a dog walk part that me and my kids when down to be nosies and there was no dog mess left behind from anyone. The staff could not be more helpful if they tried happy to help with anything you need at the drop of a hat. The staff was alway saying good morning/afternoon and is always smiling. The camp site it's self is very clean well maintained grass was cut and the plants where maintained everyday. We will definitely be going back
Disliked: Nothing to dislike
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Lovely site, glampong tent had everything we needed in it,
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2 bedroom safari tent
Liked: Was lovely, nice and clean very quite , we really enjoyed our selves
Disliked: There was nothing to dislike it was a great 2 night stay.
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Fantastic!
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2 bedroom safari tent
Liked: We spent 2 nights in a safari tent. Arriving on foot, checking in was friendly, quick, easy and informative.(we were advised of a better bus stop to use for our subsequent journeys to and from the site)
The tent was lovely, with all the kitchen equipment we could need, hot and cold water supply, an electric fab we which we used the first evening and a heater which we made very grateful use of the second!, comfortable beds, a great dining area and a good outdoor space. The toilet and washroom facilities were very clean and well looked after. The playground and wilding area were lovely and we spotted various wildlife on an evening wander. All in all, really lovely site and great experience!
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From the manager: Thank you for the fantastic review, Kirsten! I’m thrilled to hear you had such a wonderful stay in the safari tent. It’s great that you found the facilities well-equipped and comfortable, and I'm so glad to hear that your check-in experience was friendly, quick, and informative! It’s great that the staff could provide helpful tips for your travels. Spotting wildlife during your evening walk sounds like a lovely bonus! We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back for another great experience soon! -Amy
Absolutely too notch
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2 bedroom safari tent
Liked: Unexpectedly impressive!
Despite reading all the reviews, I wasn’t expecting this to be as good as it was. We spent 3 nights in a Safari tent. Two bedroom areas, a living room, a kitchen with elec hobs and fridge and microwave. It was basically a small house with canvas walls. The sofa and chairs on the veranda were nice for an early evening beer before dinner.
Facilities were good, small basket of cookies and milk to go with a cup of tea on table, toilets, showers and laundry room all clean and serviceable. I would give it too marks.
Disliked: Nothing to dislike, except there was no nearby shop for us as we were on bikes. That’s not the campsite’ s fault - even locals in the village complained they had to drive to get basic provisions. Fortunately we had enough food with us for the first evening and we cycled to shops next day.
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Excellent site with clean facilities
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2 bedroom safari tent
Liked: Safari lodge was perfect; well-equipped and comfy
Great facilities - toilets and showers were really clean and lovely hot water
Lovely play park for the kids
The site was really calm and quiet too
Good location on the island
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Vriendelijk personeel en veel info bij de receptie.
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2 bedroom safari tent
Liked: Een luxe tent met heerlijke bedden. Prima keukentje met koelkast en 4 pits kookplaat. Fijne veranda met 3 makkelijke zitplaatsen.
Prima schoon toiletgebouw. De receptie heeft zelfs de meest noodzakelijke spullen als brood en melk. Heel veel informatie over de bezienswaardigheden op het hele eiland.
Disliked: De WiFi deed het niet.
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Place was nice and tidy but should allow if someone comes early
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2 bedroom safari tent
Liked: Neatly maintained
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Extraordinary place to stay with friends
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2 bedroom safari tent
Liked: I love the place ..
Disliked: Nothing
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Features
No dogs allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed No dogs allowed No pets allowedUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Tiny (1-10 pitches)Nearby leisure
Golf nearbyLocation
Southland Experience Freedom Glamping
Winford Road
Newchurch
Sandown
Isle Of Wight
England
PO36 0LZ
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.6594°N
-1.21282°W
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail
Ferry
AirportPlease note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
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| Sandown | 2.7 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Shanklin | 2.8 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Good |
| Yaverland | 3.5 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Good |
| Ventnor | 4.6 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Whitecliff Bay | 5.3 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Dinosaur Isle 3 mi
Isle of Wight Steam Railway 3.2 mi
Carisbrooke Castle 4.8 mi
Ventnor Botanic Gardens 6 mi
Blackgang Chine 6.5 mi
National Trust
Bembridge Windmill 5.4 mi
Brighstone Shop and Museum 8.1 mi
Mottistone Manor Garden 9.1 mi
Newtown Old Town Hall 9.2 mi
The Needles Old Battery and New Battery 15.9 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
The Godshill Valley and Plains 2.3 mi
NUNWELL 3 mi
APPULDURCOMBE 3.1 mi
Bembridge - Whitecliff 3.4 mi
Bonchurch Hills and Undercliff Walk 4.2 mi
Local events
- Isle of Wight Festival (Thursday 19 June 2025 – Thursday 19 June 2025)
Newport, Isle Of Wight 4.5 mi
- Goodwood Festival of Speed (Thursday 10 July 2025 – Thursday 10 July 2025)
Chichester, West Sussex 25.4 mi
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Offers
Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details
Nearest sites
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Southland Experience Freedom Glamping have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Southland Experience Freedom Glamping dog friendly? No View all features
- What attractions are near Southland Experience Freedom Glamping? The long and sandy beaches around Sandown (10 minutes' drive) and the Isle of Wight's gorgeous east coast are very close indeed – head here for amusements on the pier, family-friendly bathing … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Southland Experience Freedom Glamping?
Read moreOn-site accommodation Arrive: 3 p.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Southland Experience Freedom Glamping? From £78 (for 2 nights, 5 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.