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Postern Hill campsite, Savernake Forest, Wiltshire

Pitching your tent at Postern Hill is perfect for a ‘get away from it all’ break, situated within the stunning Savernake Forest. Privately owned and run by the Forestry Commission, the lush green canopy of the ancient oak trees provides natural shelter, and the sunlight filtering through to the forest floor creates a magical scene perfect for walking and cycling.

As well as being located in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, most of Savernake Forest is a registered Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). Although this is primarily related to its rare lichens and fungi, campers may be lucky enough to encounter other rare wildlife including Hawfinches, Redstarts, Nightjars and Red-tail Kites. The campsite is a fantastic spot for watching bats with 11 different species known to visit, so why not leave your tent doors open as dusk falls and experience the wonders of the forest at night?

Dogs are welcome here and there is a toilet block with hot and cold running water. There are no showers on the campsite but there is a leisure centre just 1.5 miles away that provides showers at a reasonable price for campers.

It is just a 10 minute walk to the newly-opened Tesco, and a 20 minute walk will take you into the picturesque market town of Marlborough. This pretty town offers a range of shops, restaurants and pubs. Nearby attractions include Longleat Safari Park, Avebury Stone Circle, Stonehenge and the Kennet and Avon canals.

Each Camping in the Forest campsite offers miles of woodland trails that are directly accessible from your tent, so why not take the time to explore the unique and natural beauty of the Forestry Commission woodlands on two wheels? For local bike hire near to our Postern Hill campsite, please visit this page.

Pitch types at Postern Hill

There are 170 pitches at Postern Hill, made up of standard and premium pitch types.

Campsite pricing and seasons 2013

Low season Mid season High season Bank Holiday
Minimum pre-book stay (nights)
1 1 2 2
Low season Mid season High season Bank Holiday
Pitch price per night x 2 adults
Standard (basic grass pitch)
£12.80 £14.70 £17.70 £20.40
Premium (electricity and/or hardstanding)
£17.60 £19.50 £23.30 £27.30
XL Pitches
£3.00 £6.00 £9.00 £12.00
Qualifying Rally Price (10-29)
£7.50 £9.00 n/a n/a
Qualifying Rally Price (30+)
£5.50 £7.00 n/a n/a
       
Low season Mid season High season Bank Holiday
Pitch Supplements per night
Extra adult supplement
£4.00 £4.60 £5.70 £6.20
Extra child supplement
£1.75 £2.00 £3.10 £3.10
Visitors per person
£2.00 £2.00 £2.00 £2.00
Visitors car per vehicle
£3.00 £3.00 £3.00 £3.00
Pitch Extras
£5.00 £5.00 £5.00 £5.00
Gazebos
£10.00 £10.00 £10.00 £10.00
Low season Mid season High season Bank Holiday
Discounts
Family Discounts
Y Y Y Y
Single Campers
Y Y Y n/a
Mid Week Discount
Y Y Y Y
Camping and Caravanning Club Members Discount (15%)
Y Y Y Y
Backpacker Rate (50%)
Y Y Y n/a
Age Concession Rate (20%)*
Y Y Y N

Age Concession rate of 20% is off the price of a standard pitch if you are aged 60 years or over. You may upgrade your pitch subject to availability, but ACR will not be available on upgraded pitches at high season weekends at Holmsley, Postern Hill, Cobleland, Christchurch, Spiers House and Setthorns.

Seasons - for season dates click here

XL Units - Any caravan or motorhome exceeding 28.2ft (7.95m) or any tent, inclusive of guy ropes, that exceeds 5m x 8m. 

Pitch Extras - £5.00.

Family Discount - £1 per night discount applies to pitches occupied by 1 adult and up to 5 children or 2 adults and up to 4 children. 

Single Camper Discount - If there is only one person staying on the pitch, we offer a £2 per night discount (not applicable during bank holiday dates).

Camping and Caravanning Club Members Discount – 15% off per pitch/per night. 

Backpacker rate – 50% discount off standard rates.

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Postern Hill Campsite

Marlborough Wiltshire SN8 4ND Tel:01672 515195

Season opening

All year round

Grid Ref: OS173 199 683