The Quarry at Avington
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- Exclusive-use Hampshire site with a single cosy shepherd's hut
- Winchester and Hinton Ampner (National Trust) both 15 minutes' drive
- In the South Downs National Park between a golf course and river
Had enough of other people? Ready for some quiet time out in the countryside? Grab your partner or set off solo to the Quarry at Avington, a peaceful Hampshire location that’s got just the one shepherd’s hut for guest accommodation.
Yes, that’s right – this secret spot will be exclusively yours, with no neighbours at all (apart from the birds that live in the surrounding trees, of course). It’s on the edge of Avington Park Golf Course and just over the road from the River Itchen. Your immediate surroundings are the northern part of the South Downs National Park, so it’s scenic indeed – but it’s also easily accessed from the nearby M3 or A31.
This adults-only hut is set up for a cosy couple’s stay, with a comfy superking bed, heating and a kitchenette with fridge, hob, mini oven/air fryer, kettle and coffee maker. Pack your charcoal, sausages and marshmallows too, because there’s outdoor seating and a barbecue for your alfresco evenings. Just next to the hut is a private-use trailer with your shower and toilet inside.
Firewood, towels and bed linen are all provided here, along with lots of other handy bits including cooking kit and basics like salt, pepper, oil, tea and washing-up liquid. That should cut down the amount of stuff you’ll need to bring – and when you’re packing for a stay here it’s always worth remembering that you’ll need to transport everything from the car park to the hut in a wheelbarrow (although it’s less than 50 metres, so not far at all).
Campground type
1Open all year
Guests under the age of 18 are not allowed on site.- No cars/motorcycles at the site. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
- There is no reception building on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
Languages spoken
English
Adults only
Wifi at the unit/site
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Features
No dogs allowed
Adults only
Campfires allowed
Leisure on park
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis WatersportsAmenities on park
Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Adults only Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed No dogs allowedThemes
Hikers’ paradise Peaceful Remote locationUtilities
Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Tiny (1-10 sites)Nearby leisure
Fishing nearby Golf nearbyLocation
The Quarry at Avington
Park Farm
Avington
Hampshire
England
SO21 1BZ
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
51.09075°N
-1.22416°W
Nearest transport
Bus4.2 mi Broadway Guildhall
13.1 mi Southampton Uni Interchange
13.1 mi Southampton Uni Interchange
Rail4.5 mi Winchester Rail Station
6.5 mi Micheldever Rail Station
6.5 mi Shawford Rail Station
Ferry15.6 mi Southampton Vehicle Ferry Terminal
15.7 mi Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminal
16.5 mi Hamble-le-Rice Ferry Landing
Airport11.4 mi Southampton Airport
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
You could choose to cosy up in your hut for your full stay if you really want to experience seclusion, but it is worth getting out a little bit – even if that’s just for a round of golf at Avington Park Golf Course (15 minutes’ walk to the entrance) or a stroll along the banks of the River Itchen.
Being in the South Downs National Park, there are lots more lovely walks around, along with historic attractions such as National Trust - Hinton Ampner (15 minutes’ drive) and Jane Austen’s House (20 minutes). For other ways to get out into the surroundings, take a ride on the Watercress Line from Alresford (10 minutes) or contact Juniper Leisure (10 minutes) for a tank-driving experience.
The centre of Winchester (15 minutes) is a great place to explore – the cathedral is a highlight for many, but there’s a lot to enjoy just wandering through the historic streets and visiting the museums and pubs. During the summer you might also like to see what’s on at the Grange Festival (five minutes) – opera, classical and jazz events are on the menu.
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hillhead | 19.2 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Calshot | 19.9 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Lee-On-Solent | 20 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Stokes Bay | 21.9 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Lepe | 21.9 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Mid-Hants Railway 'Watercress Line' 2.7 mi
INTECH Science Centre & Planetarium 2.8 mi
Winchester Cathedral 4.4 mi
Jane Austen's House 10.6 mi
Mottisfont Abbey Garden, House and Estate 14.1 mi
National Trust
Winchester City Mill 4.2 mi
Hinton Ampner 4.6 mi
Mottisfont 14.1 mi
The Vyne 15.9 mi
Uppark House and Garden 17.3 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
AVINGTON PARK 0.7 mi
THE GRANGE, NORTHINGTON 2.5 mi
MAGDALEN HILL CEMETERY 2.9 mi
OLD ALRESFORD HOUSE 3 mi
Abbotstone Down - Abbotstone - Old Alresford - Abbotstone Down 3.3 mi
Local events
- CarFest (Friday, August 22, 2025 – Friday, August 22, 2025)
Basingstoke, England 8.9 mi
- Farnborough International Airshow (Monday, July 20, 2026 – Monday, July 20, 2026)
Farnborough, England 23.5 mi
- Goodwood Festival of Speed (Thursday, July 10, 2025 – Thursday, July 10, 2025)
Chichester, England 25.9 mi
- Isle of Wight Festival (Thursday, June 19, 2025 – Thursday, June 19, 2025)
Newport, England 26.9 mi
- Reading Festival (Thursday, August 21, 2025 – Thursday, August 21, 2025)
Reading, England 27.7 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.
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- Does The Quarry at Avington have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is The Quarry at Avington dog friendly? No View all features
- What attractions are near The Quarry at Avington? You could choose to cosy up in your hut for your full stay if you really want to experience seclusion, but it is worth getting out a little bit – even if … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of The Quarry at Avington?
Read moreOn-park accommodation Arrive: 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at The Quarry at Avington? From $372.23 (for 2 nights, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.