Outdoor Facilities

Two main camping areas, a central campfire circle, and wide open green spaces across 8 acres.

Our Camping Areas

Sandy Acres has two main camping areas – Foxes Den and Owls Hoot – along with a third site, Rabbits Field, suitable for shorter stays. All campers have access to showers and toilets in Badgers Lodge from the field, as well as eco-toilets on site.

Foxes Den camping area with wooden shelter and altar fire

Foxes Den

One of the two main camping areas at Sandy Acres, Foxes Den features a solid-based wooden shelter and an altar fire, providing a traditional camping experience in a sheltered setting.

  • Solid-based wooden shelter
  • Altar fire
  • Drinking water tap nearby
  • Access to showers & toilets in Badgers Lodge
  • Eco-toilets available on the field
  • Fridge, freezer & phone charging point in the shed
  • Stainless steel cabinet, tables, chairs, shelves, & parasol in shelter

Note: Shelters can be dark; please bring LED lanterns for evening use.

Owls Hoot

Owls Hoot is a new log cabin which features its own off-grid lighting system, making it perfect for overnight and residential stays.

  • New log cabin with off-grid lighting
  • Altar fire
  • Three nearby picnic tables
  • Mobile phone charging point available (power pack recommended)
  • Drinking water tap nearby
  • Access to showers & toilets in Badgers Lodge
  • Eco-toilets available on the field
Owls Hoot log cabin camping area at Sandy Acres
Central campfire circle at Sandy Acres, available to all site users

Central Campfire Circle

The central campfire circle and the site wood pile are available for use by everyone on site, bringing all groups together for an evening around the fire.

  • Open to all site users
  • Site wood pile adjacent (check for nails)
  • Wood may also be gathered from the grounds
🚫 Fireworks are not permitted on site due to the proximity of horses and other animals.

Additional Outdoor Facilities

Amenity Shed

A metal shed adjacent to the car park contains a fridge and freezer available to campers, plus a mobile phone charging point. A personal power pack is recommended for reliable charging.

Willow Circle & Play Area

The site also features a willow circle and a play area, offering additional spaces for quiet activities, nature exploration, and younger members.

Eco-Toilets

Eco-toilets are located at the far end of the field, providing a convenient and environmentally friendly facility for campers on the field. Full shower and toilet facilities are also accessible from the field via Badgers Lodge.

Useful Downloads

⇩ Kitchen Equipment Inventory
⇩ Souvenirs Price List

Documents will be provided when your booking is confirmed.

Get in Touch

Site Address

Sandy Acres Campsite
Sandy Lane
Shedfield
Hampshire PO32 2HQ

Lat: 50.926173   Lon: −1.215021

Bookings Administrator

Mrs Marian J. Fisher
Email HERE
02392 580135

Postal address (deposits):
22, St Mary's Ave,
Alverstoke, Gosport, PO12 2HX

Booking Enquiries

Bookings can be made up to two years ahead. Please read our booking procedure before contacting us.

For activities advice not covered on this website, please contact the Chairman or Booking Secretary at:
Email HERE

Organisation

Sandy Acres is owned by Girlguiding Portsmouth Divisions part of Hampshire East.

Girlguiding UK