Puttenham Barn Bunkhouse

View prices & book 9.5 4 reviews
Gardens behind the barn
Gardens behind the barn
View of bunkhouse
Picnic tables in the back garden
Front of the barn
Walking trails nearby
Walks with rural views
Bicycle storage with solar panels on the roof
Sleeping area
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View of bunkhouse
Picnic tables in the back garden
Front of the barn

  • Simple and wardened accommodation in a converted and listed barn
  • On the North Downs Way and Sustrans Route 22
  • Shared sleeping area, modern kitchen, local pubs and scenic walks
Puttenham Barn Bunkhouse has simple overnight accommodation in south-east England for walkers, cyclists and horse riders, on a site with with a strong environmental emphasis. The bunkhouse provides wardened accommodation, similar to a youth hostel but a tad more basic. It's in west Surrey on the North Downs Way and Sustrans Cycle Route 22, between Guildford and Farnham at a point not served by any youth hostels. The barn's sleeping area has two areas with bunk beds and a third with sleeping platforms; there's no space for tents outside. Guests should bring their own sleeping bag. The barn is an old listed building, sympathetically restored to be environmentally friendly and so that guests can see the traditional and sustainable construction methods used. Facilities on site include rainwater harvesting, solar electricity, solar hot water, a lockable cycle storage shed (designed by cyclists), and a communal kitchen and a shower-room. The site does its best to cater for people with disabilities.

Site type

Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 11
Open now
Opens 11 April
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Guests under the age of 5 are not allowed on site.
  • Bookings must not be for more than 3 consecutive nights.
  • No cars are allowed on site, even for unloading: this is an eco-friendly site. Please note: the barn and its facilities are closed and not accessible between 10am - 5pm

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, 11 Apr to

Reviews

9.5

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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

Extremely good bunkhouse with all the amenities you could ever need. I…

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Jack P. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Bunkhouse (shared)

Liked: Extremely good bunkhouse with all the amenities you could ever need. I especially liked the kitchen. Very good value for money. The people that run it really care about camping and it shows, as they've thought about everything.

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Great bunkhouse in a listed barn. Simple, clean, and a nice pub…

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money No rating
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
marcus a. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Bunkhouse (shared)

Liked: Great bunkhouse in a listed barn. Simple, clean, and a nice pub 2 minutes down the road. When I visited the volunteers running the place we lovely, very welcoming. I'd certainly visit again.

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Friendly staff who stayed the night on the premises. Comfort bunks ,…

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 4
Accommodation 6
Facilities / Activities 6
Customer service 8
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 6
Wifi 10
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Bunkhouse (shared)

Liked: Friendly staff who stayed the night on the premises. Comfort bunks , very basic but you pay for what you get

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Basic bunkhouse with secure cycle parking not far from King Alfred Way

Overall 8/10
Location 8
Value for money 10
Accommodation 6
Facilities / Activities 8
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 8
Wifi 10
Julie R. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Bunkhouse (shared)

Liked: Lovely place, super-friendly wardens - all volunteers - who did their best to ensure my stay was as comfortable as possible. Lots of nice touches such as tea/coffee/condiments if you have forgotten anything and a micro shop for essentials like porridge and toothpaste. There's a small kitchen and dining area next to the barn. (There are no shops nearby.)

Lots of games and local info etc with a very nice pub next door for meals and to meet the locals. Everything is very eco-centric so you get a discount if you arrive by bike of £3 a night! Even without this, you likely won't find anywhere cheaper in this part of the world.

You will be sharing the space with others if there are other people there but I was the only one when I stayed.

Disliked: It is quite chilly in the barn but if you ask, you can have extra blankets and hire a sleeping bag. The shower is right next to the toilet so the floor does get a bit wet.

Also you can hear noise from A31 if wind in the wrong direction.

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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 Watersports

Amenities 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 Wifi

Groups welcome

D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed No dogs allowed

Themes

Leave the car at home Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Communal fridge Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby

Type

Small (11-25 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Cycling nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

Puttenham Barn Bunkhouse

The Street

Puttenham

Guildford

Surrey

England

GU3 1AR

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

51.2227°N
-0.66592°W

Nearest transport

Coach
3 mi Tesco
4.4 mi Bus Station
5.7 mi South Street
Rail
1.5 mi Wanborough Rail Station
2.8 mi Ash Rail Station
3.2 mi Farncombe Rail Station
Ferry
14.2 mi Weybridge Ferry Landing
14.3 mi Shepperton Ferry Landing
18.5 mi Moulsey - Hurst Park Ferry Landing
Airport
18.8 mi London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
18.9 mi London Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
19.2 mi London Heathrow Airport Terminal 3

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.

Local attractions

This is a top spot to bunk down for a night if you’re on a long-distance ramble or bike ride. If you fancy stopping for a little longer there are loads more walks and rides to be had through the Surrey Hills, including the Christmas Pie cycle route from Farnham to Guildford, and a series of circular walks from Puttenham. More eco-conscious days out can be had by hiring rowing boats from Farncombe Boat House or taking a horse-drawn narrowboat trip from Godalming. Or you might set out again on two wheels or two feet to visit local landmarks: the walled gardens and 16th-century house of Loseley Park are three miles away, and it’s worth dropping in to the Watts Gallery artists’ village enroute. With all this hoofing about it’s likely you’ll have earned yourself a beer or two, so it’s a fine plan to set out for the Hogs Back Brewery three miles away in Tongham, where you can see the ale making in action and sample the wares.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Littlehampton 29.6 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodGood

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Birdworld 8 mi

RHS Garden Wisley 10.5 mi

The Look Out Discovery Centre 11.8 mi

Brooklands Museum 12.6 mi

Polesden Lacey 12.9 mi

National Trust

River Wey and Godalming Navigations and Dapdune Wharf 4 mi

Shalford Mill 4.2 mi

Winkworth Arboretum 5.6 mi

Oakhurst Cottage 6.4 mi

Clandon Park 6.8 mi

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

Shackleford - North Downs Way -Puttenham - Shackleford 1.6 mi

LITTLEWORTH CROSS (FORMERLY HETHERSETT) 2.5 mi

WESTBROOK 2.9 mi

Guildford - River Wey - Godalming 3.8 mi

MILITARY CEMETERY, ALDERSHOT 4.1 mi

Local events

  • Farnborough International Airshow (Monday 20 July 2026 – Monday 20 July 2026)

    Farnborough, Hampshire 5.5 mi

  • Reading Festival (Thursday 21 August 2025 – Thursday 21 August 2025)

    Reading, Berkshire 21.6 mi

  • Goodwood Festival of Speed (Thursday 10 July 2025 – Thursday 10 July 2025)

    Chichester, West Sussex 24.4 mi

  • Rewind South (Friday 15 August 2025 – Friday 15 August 2025)

    Henley On Thames, Oxfordshire 24.8 mi

  • CarFest (Friday 22 August 2025 – Friday 22 August 2025)

    Basingstoke, Hampshire 25.6 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

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Puttenham Barn Bunkhouse have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Puttenham Barn Bunkhouse dog friendly? No View all features
  • What attractions are near Puttenham Barn Bunkhouse? This is a top spot to bunk down for a night if you’re on a long-distance ramble or bike ride. If you fancy stopping for a little longer there are loads more … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Puttenham Barn Bunkhouse?
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  5 p.m. –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  10 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Puttenham Barn Bunkhouse? From £23 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.