If you’re looking for a forest camping experience but sleeping on a blow-up bed isn’t your style, then this glamping sight on the edge of the New Forest is for you.
The Forest Yurts glamping site is a mix of luxurious yurts and bell tents. Their slogan being ‘Nature without the rough’ means guests have all the amenities they need whilst being surrounded by nature.
The site welcomes groups and parties so everyone can get involved, whether it’s having a bell tent campsite to yourselves or sleeping in an elegant yurt.
With lots of attractions and things to do close by, the Forest Yurts glamping site is the ideal place to have fun with friends, enjoy a secluded break with your other half or camp out with your dog.
📍 Sopley Lake, Derritt Lane, Sopley, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 7AZ
Here’s what to expect when staying at Forest Yurts.
Established in 2011, Forest Yurts is situated by Sopley Lake, just a few miles from Christchurch.
It’s within the New Forest National Park, offering beautiful surroundings and lots of wildlife to admire.
The site believes in being as sustainable as possible and offers an eco-friendly glamping experience by using eco-friendly materials and renewable energy sources.
💡 Dogs are welcome on the site, so you can bring the “whole” family along.
The Mongolian yurts are a beautiful sight to see, with the attractive painted doors to the trees surrounding the areas.
There are five yurts all together, each decorated in a stunning and comfortable way.
Everyone will get excited about staying in one of these as they offer a unique experience.
Inside, you’ll be amazed at how homely the yurt is, with soft rugs and flooring to plush cushions and cosy areas to sit.
Each hut varies, but they all are equipped with beds and mattresses, comfy pillows and duvets, ensuring you get a good night’s sleep.
The yurts can feature double and single beds, a wood burner, a chilled cool box and furniture to make your stay as comfortable as possible.
Also, a cooking station and private dining area are perfect for a sit-down family meal and give lots of opportunities to socialise with your family.
What makes Forest Yurts stand out and really adds to the luxury of glamping is that each yurt gets a private bathroom complete with a flushing loo and a hot shower.
Anyone who is a seasoned camper will have experienced various toilets and showers on campsites, and in some cases, they aren’t the most inviting.
Having your own bathroom is a bonus during any camping and glamping trip.
The bell tents are a perfect setting for group stays, whether you’re staying for a family gathering, hen party or birthday bash.
Parties can rent a whole campsite, ensuring there’s enough space for everyone and guaranteeing you’ll all be staying together. Their choices are as follows:
- Blixen Safari Bell Tent Camp: Three tents that hold up to 12 guests
- Vintage England Bell Tent Camp: Five tents that hold up to 20 guests
- Rent both camps together that hold up to 32 guests
This will give guests exclusive use of the campsite and is a free space for your party to relax and enjoy the camp together.
The tents aren’t just for groups and parties, couples, families and everything inbetween are also welcome.
The tents are equipped with beds, carpet and furniture, ensuring you have a comfortable stay.
There is a gathering tent, which is perfect for relaxing and socialising in the evenings and shelter from bad weather.
Use of a wood-fired pizza oven, BBQ, phone charging ports and bathroom are available during your stay.
Situated by Sopley Lake, offering amazing views and lots of wildlife to discover, this is the perfect spot to enjoy a breakaway.
The surrounding woodland makes for a perfect place for adventure for children, and the option of staying in large groups is appealing and a fun getaway for all.
Local attractions, pretty villages and places to see are close by and suitable for all ages, giving you the option of venturing out around Dorset and the New Forest.
Country pubs are also close by, giving the opportunity to grab some lunch and enjoy a refreshing drink.
Sopley Pick Your Own is just one of the close by attractions. Offering delicious treats from the bakery or stocking up on dinner items from the Farm Shop. Fruit picking is also a fun activity to do with children.
Forest Yurts offers so much in the way of comfort and luxury whilst being in a natural beauty spot. The friendly staff are on hand 24/7 to help with anything if needed.
Thank you for reading, and enjoy planning your next trip away.
To find out more about Forest Yurts, visit the website here.
📍 Forest Yurts, Sopley Lake, Derritt Lane, Sopley, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 7AZ
