Road Trips: Explore the South Coast (11 Days)

Embark on an 11-day campervan road trip from Forest Hill, South London. Here’s a suggested itinerary with an excellent opportunity to explore the scenic beauty and rich history of the UK including some quiet campsites along the way.

Day 1: Forest Hill to New Forest

• Drive: 2 hours (85 miles)
• Campsite: Roundhill Campsite – A peaceful spot with spacious pitches surrounded by heathland and woodland.
• Highlights: Explore the New Forest National Park, visit the village of Lyndhurst and enjoy the local wildlife.

Day 2-3: New Forest to Jurassic Coast

• Drive: 2 hours (60 miles)
• Campsite: Eweleaze Farm Campsite – Offers stunning coastal views and direct access to the beach.
• Highlights: Visit Durdle Door, Lulworth Cove, and the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site. Enjoy coastal walks and fossil hunting.

Day 4: Jurassic Coast to Dartmoor National Park

• Drive: 2.5 hours (90 miles)
• Campsite: Langstone Manor Park – A quiet, well-maintained campsite on the edge of Dartmoor.
• Highlights: Explore the rugged beauty of Dartmoor, visit quaint villages like Widecombe-in-the-Moor, and enjoy hiking or horseback riding.

Day 5-6: Dartmoor to North Devon Coast

• Drive: 2 hours (70 miles)
• Campsite: Caffyns Farm Campsite – A tranquil site with stunning views and easy access to Exmoor National Park.
• Highlights: Visit the picturesque villages of Clovelly and Lynmouth, enjoy the beaches of Woolacombe and Croyde, and explore Exmoor National Park.

Day 7: North Devon Coast to Brecon Beacons, Wales

• Drive: 3 hours (120 miles)
• Campsite: Pencelli Castle Caravan & Camping Park – A quiet site near the Brecon Beacons with excellent facilities.
• Highlights: Explore Brecon Beacons National Park, hike up Pen y Fan, and visit the market town of Brecon.

Day 8-9: Brecon Beacons to Cotswolds

• Drive: 2.5 hours (100 miles)
• Campsite: Far Peak Camping – A peaceful campsite in the heart of the Cotswolds with great walking and cycling routes.
• Highlights: Visit charming Cotswold villages like Bourton-on-the-Water and Stow-on-the-Wold, and explore Cotswold Wildlife Park.

Day 10: Cotswolds to South Downs National Park

• Drive: 2.5 hours (100 miles)
• Campsite: Graffham Camping and Caravanning Club Site – A serene site with woodland pitches and easy access to the South Downs.
• Highlights: Explore the South Downs Way, visit Arundel Castle, and enjoy the coastal beauty of Seven Sisters Cliffs.

Day 11: South Downs to Forest Hill

• Drive: 2 hours (70 miles)
• Highlights: On your return journey, consider a stop in the historic town of Lewes for lunch and a visit to Lewes Castle.

Campsite Booking and Tips

• Roundhill Campsite: New Forest Camping
• Eweleaze Farm Campsite: Eweleaze Farm
• Langstone Manor Park: Langstone Manor
• Caffyns Farm Campsite: Caffyns Farm
• Pencelli Castle Caravan & Camping Park: Pencelli Castle
• Far Peak Camping: Far Peak
• Graffham Camping and Caravanning Club Site: Camping and Caravanning Club

Conclusion

This itinerary offers a mix of coastal beauty, rugged landscapes, and charming countryside. With carefully chosen quiet campsites, you can enjoy peaceful evenings after days filled with exploration and adventure. Ensure you book your campsites in advance and prepare for varying weather conditions to make the most of your campervan road trip. Safe travels!