Help Mountain Rescue — volunteers who run into the storm. They never charge.Donate
Follow us — updates & daily drops
Sign up free · 20 seconds
21,500+ UK campsites · Save favourites · Book in one tap
Sign up
Frowenjust joined the camping communityDulasjust joined the camping communityThomasjust joined the camping communityBeckyjust joined the camping communityJaynejust joined the camping communityPauljust joined the camping communityKevinjust joined the camping communityJuliejust joined the camping communityFrowenjust joined the camping communityDulasjust joined the camping communityThomasjust joined the camping communityBeckyjust joined the camping communityJaynejust joined the camping communityPauljust joined the camping communityKevinjust joined the camping communityJuliejust joined the camping community
CampCompass
Back to browse
Isle Of Wight, South East

Thorness Bay Holiday Park

— (0)Price on Pitchup50.763°N, 1.299°W
Campsite
Stock
📷 Unsplash · region-matched

The gentle lap of the Solent against the shore creates a constant soundtrack here, while salt-tinged breezes drift through pine trees that frame this waterside retreat on the Isle of Wight's quieter northwestern coast. Morning light filters through the canopy, casting dappled shadows across pitches that feel pleasantly secluded despite the park's generous size.

This year-round site welcomes tents, campervans and caravans, making it ideal for families seeking beach access and couples craving coastal walks along this less-trampled stretch of the island. The location puts you within easy reach of the island's popular attractions whilst offering a peaceful base away from the busier southern resorts. The proximity to Cowes and Yarmouth makes provisions and exploring straightforward.

Essential facilities include toilets and showers, keeping things refreshingly straightforward. Campfires operate on a check-on-arrival basis, so confirm your plans at reception. The real draw is the waterside setting and direct beach access, delivering that classic island escape atmosphere where the rhythm of the tides dictates your days and evenings end with spectacular Solent sunsets.

Ask Camper AI
Weather Outlook
Current Conditions
13°C
Partly cloudy
9 mph
81%
7-Day Outlook
Today
20° / 13°
0%
Sun
21° / 12°
3%
Mon
21° / 14°
22%
Tue
18° / 15°
29%
Wed
19° / 16°
26%
Thu
21° / 16°
7%
Fri
23° / 16°
15%
Source: Open-Meteo · Updated hourly
Walks Nearby

Local walks within 10 km

15 routes found via OpenStreetMap

Solent Way

Hiking routeRegional network
5.33 km from campsite

European walking route E9, Isle of Wight alternative

Hiking route
4.8 km from campsite

King Charles III England Coast Path: Calshot to Gosport

Hiking routeNational trail
10.14 km from campsite
Operator: National Trails

European walking route E9, Milford on Sea to Queen Elizabeth Country Park

Hiking route
8.61 km from campsite

Estuary Newtown Walk, Isle of Wight

Dogs welcomeHiking routeLocal network
9 km from campsite
Route length: 5.8 km
Operator: National Trust
Info

Walk data © OpenStreetMap contributors · Open in Maps uses Google / Apple Maps

Reel a fish near your pitch

Fisheries within 10 km

2 found · OpenStreetMap

From the Wall

Share your trip
No trips shared for Thorness Bay Holiday Park yet. Be the first — your photos could even feature on this page.
AI Packing List · Pro
Try Pro free for 14 days

Get a bespoke packing list tuned to this campsite's facilities, your party and the forecast — generated on demand by Camper AI.

Outdoor kit · partner deals
  • Teva UK
    Footwear

    Walking sandals & water-friendly footwear — the unsung hero of UK campsite ablution-block runs.

  • Absolute Snow
    Outdoor clothing

    Outdoor jackets, fleece layers and boots — Berghaus, Rab, Patagonia and more under one roof.

  • FINDRA
    Outdoor clothing

    Scottish-made merino wool base layers, cycling kit and hill-walking essentials — built in the Borders to outlast the British weather.

  • Campsites.co.uk
    Campsite booking

    Alternative booking platform — listings for thousands of UK campsites, holiday parks and touring sites.

  • Camping World UK
    Camping gear

    UK's biggest camping retailer — tents, stoves, sleeping bags, awnings and every accessory you forgot to pack.

Partner links — CampCompass UK earns a small commission if you buy. Costs you nothing and helps keep the app free of ads.

Partner Discount Codes · Pro

Verified discount codes from outdoor brands — added by the team as new partnerships go live.

Try Pro free for 14 days
Facilities
Toilets
Showers
Nearby

Pubs & restaurants within 5 km

Data from OpenStreetMap · distances "as the crow flies" · walk times approximate

Campfire threads about this site
No conversations yet. Be the first to share tips or a recommendation.
Field Notes (0)
Your rating
10 more characters to post0 / 2000
No reviews yet. Be the first.
From
See on Pitchup

Made with Emergent