Manor Farm

If you can’t bear to chill out a moment longer on the farm, there’s plenty to do around and about. You are based in the South Downs National Park for this holiday but there is more than just natural beauty on offer here. For the book-ish, both young and old, Thomas the Tank Engine is a frequent visitor to the Watercress Line, whilst the houses of our first naturalist, Gilbert White and one of our foremost novelists, Jane Austen’s house, are a stone’s throw away in Selborne and Chawton respectively. The more active can range further afield to West Wittering, an hour away on the coast, or to Frensham ponds for a dose of wild swimming. Or for a spot of shopping it is only a short drive to Winchester.

What to do at Manor Farm

If you are on the farm during the day, you can wake up without a plan and let your imagination run riot. Just hang out, hunt for wood in the hedgerow to build a campfire, make up a treasure hunt, enjoy a local walk, explore the local area and play board games. You can also admire the beautiful flowers grown in the private garden of the local wedding florist. If you are lucky enough to have a hot tub (these ones are unique metal baths!), take the time to sit and soak. With two portable pizza ovens, you can enjoy a tasty DIY pizza whenever hunger strikes. And when night falls, Manor Farm is unique amongst Feather Downs as each hideaway has its own fire pit in front of your home from home. Hearty stews, toasted marshmallows, mega barbies and campfire songs await before retiring for dream-filled sleep in your comfy beds - where could be better for a family holiday in the South Downs?