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Hankley Common, south-west of Elstead, Surrey.
Late March 2025
I found Hankley Common and its neighbour, Thursley National Nature Reserve, on Google Maps and thought they looked like promising spots.
Hankley Common is surrounded by villages and roads, all offering free on-road parking. It’s…
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A couple of signs advising against touch suspicious objects and some other information about the military on the common.
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These are the parking spots I used which are along Tilford Road directly opposite AnA’s Pet ‘n’ Tack.
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Ipley Enclosure Near Beaulieu Road Station New Forest Hampshire
Mid-March 2025
I haven’t been out in a while, so I chose this quiet part of the forest, with plenty of new areas still to explore.
Ipley Enclosure is surrounded by heathland and woodland, offering a variety of spots to sling up a hammock or pitch a tent.…
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Near Ashurst, New Forest, Hampshire
Early February 2025
The New Forest is always an easy choice for a night under the stars. This was my first time visiting this particular area and it was peaceful and quiet. Despite being close to a golf course and having plenty of well-worn paths and great camping spots along the small…
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There are large areas of flat grass and plenty of decent spots along the river.
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Holt Heath West Moors, Dorset
Mid – January 2025
The reserve is a low-lying heathland, split into two sections by a road. Some areas are particularly wet, with a raised boardwalk allowing passage over the boggiest parts. The sections I explored were muddy and had few trees.
I set up on a small hill…
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I’ve included a few more photos of the area
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Dan posted an update a year ago
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Stephen’s Stone Verwood Dorset
Early January 2025
Forest plantations are ideal spots for hammock camping thanks to plenty of perfectly spaced trees. In my experience, commercial tree plantations are a little more tricky for tent camping – the uneven, debris-covered ground often presents a challenge to find a suitable spot. …
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A few more images of the area
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