Late Summer Camping In The Cedar Valley
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Join us for an late season camp at a brand new OutdoorLads campsite venue within the lovely Hampshire countryside.
The Cedar Valley campsite is situated on the Bereleigh Estate, within an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty deep in the undulating Hampshire countryside within the South Downs National Park. The campsite aims to have as little impact on the immediate environment as possible whilst providing a tranquil and relaxing setting far away from the pressures of modern life. The local area offers open grassland, stunning views and areas of privacy and quietness.
Located between the villages of East and West Meon, Cedar Valley is approximately 6 miles from Petersfield and within easy reach of both London and the South Coast. The campsite is very well placed for pubs and village shops and the South Downs Way is close by, with a number of circular walk options to help us enjoy the stunning nearby countryside.
Well-behaved, under control dogs are welcome to bring their owners to this event, provided that the owners are well trained in errr.. "waste disposal"! Please let us know if you plan to bring your dog, as the campsite wishes to know.
We will head out for a good walk for the day on Saturday, potentially stopping at a pub or cafe somewhere for lunch. There will be an option for a shorter walk on Sunday morning after we've vacated the campsite. No meals will be provided for this event (refer to the section on 'Food and Drink'), but a range of options exist to eat out and/or purchase food/drink close to the campsite.
What to bring
As well as your tent, sleeping bag, and any other camping equipment, you will need:
Day Rucksack: Typically 20-30 litres, they are comfortable to wear and allow you to use your arms freely.
Water: Bring enough to stay adequately hydrated according to the forecast weather conditions.
Layered Clothing: Lets you quickly adapt to changes in the weather and body temperature. Go for a base layer (vest or t-shirt) and a mid-layer (a micro fleece or shirt) and in cooler weather add an outer layer (a windproof jacket or thick fleece).
Trousers: Ideally no jeans as they become heavy and cold in the rain, breathable fabrics are more comfortable and dry and on warm days shorts are OK.
Waterproof Jacket: Essential when hiking in all but the calmest of weather, breathable fabrics are more comfortable and dry.
Boots: Waterproof and breathable and designed for hiking. Trainers are OK if the ground is dry and there’s little chance of rain.
Socks: Proper walking socks will keep your feet dry and help prevent blisters.
Gaiters: Recommended for wet weather or boggy conditions (hopefully not required for this event).
Sun Cream: According to the weather forecast.
Lunch: Bring a packed lunch.
Snacks: As well as a packed lunch you may wish to bring biscuits, energy bars, gels, bananas, chocolate or dried fruit.
Food & drink
Friday Evening: Bring something to eat at the campsite or join others to eat out.
Saturday Breakfast: Bring something for breakfast.
Saturday Lunch: Bring a packed lunch or purchase something during the day walk.
Saturday Evening: Bring something to eat at the campsite or join others to eat out.
Sunday Breakfast: Bring something for breakfast.