r/NewForest

I'm far more accustomed to wild camping in Scotland but in the interest of following local laws, I'm looking for a stripped back campsite for the night. Taking a brief look, everything seems to be extortionate. For example the Long Meadow campsite just outside Brokenhurst charges £48 for one night for a small tent?!!! Insanity.

Anywhere that charges a more reasonable £5-10? All I need is a patch of grass. No car, just me and a bicycle.

Trying to plan a fun day out for a friend visiting who's never played skittles, and I know he'd love it. The Huntsman in Brockenhurst has one, but from what I can find online it looks like it's mainly set up for private hire/parties rather than something you can just walk in and use.

Does anyone know if it's actually possible to use the Huntsman's skittle alley casually if it's not booked that day? Or is there anywhere else nearby (New Forest or Southampton area) with a proper old-school skittle alley you can just turn up and play. Ideally somewhere with a few lanes, more like a working men's club vibe than a bookable event space?

Any tips appreciated, cheers!