South Downs Eco Lodge
Hostel 
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​Situated in the South Downs National Park, our Eco Lodge is right on the South Downs National Trail and is the perfect venue for active outdoor pursuits or a relaxing break. Our 55 acres of beautiful grounds and woodland is available for you to explore. There are several wonderful pubs close by. Our staff can provide a list. Many wonderful walks are on your doorstep as we are on the South Downs Way.

Our individual hostel self-catering rooms are a simple alternative to our B&B. 
There are plenty of shared showers, toilets and an accessible bathroom. Our professional level kitchen is fully equipped large fridges and double cooker, available to all Hostel visitors. ​We have a light and airy dining room and a cosy lounge area. ​Linen, including duvet sets and towels are provided.

Group Bookings
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THE WHOLE HOSTEL
£1250 per night
Sleeps 39 people 
Our self catering group accommodation is ideal for group events and family gatherings. There are plenty of showers and an accessible bathroom. Our professional level kitchen is fully equipped and there is a light and airy dining room and a cosy lounge area.

IDEAL FOR . . .

  • ​Youth groups
  • Schools
  • Family gatherings 
  • Team away-days
  • Team-building experiences​
  • Retreats
  • ​Training Courses

​WE PROVIDE . . .

  • Beds for up to 39 people
  • 14 bedrooms with 2-3 beds per room.
  • Linen, including duvet and towels are provided.
  • Options for providing your own sleeping bags and towels are available.
  • A fully fitted, catering standard kitchen for self-catering.
  • Communal lounge and dining area.
  • Shared showers and toilets on both floors.

FAQ's

ARRIVAL & DEPARTURE TIMES
Check In - From 4pm 
Check Out -Before 10am

​GIFT SHOP
We have a gift shop open Monday to Friday in office hours. 

DOGS
Dogs are welcome in our grounds, but must be kept on a lead at all times. Dogs are not allowed in the South Downs Eco Lodge except for registered assistance dogs.
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BYCYCLE STORAGE
If you want to arrive by bike then please ask us for bike storage. Unfortunately we do not allow bikes or scooters to be taken in doors in any of our accommodation. A cleaning fee of £50 per bike will need to be paid if you do take bikes indoors. 

Individual Rooms
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​​Twin ​Room 

£70 per night
Single beds for 2 people

Family Room

£110 per night
Bunk beds for 5 people

Triple Room

£100 per night
​Bunk bed and single bed for 3 people

​self CATERING

​KITCHEN
Our professional level kitchen is fully equipped and there is a light and airy dining room and a cosy lounge area.
​FOOD
Local takeaway food delivery menus are available as well.
CAFE
Our Cafe serves delicious breakfast from 8.30am and vegetarian and vegan lunches and cakes until 4pm Wed to Sun.

The Beech Cafe will be closing at 3pm on Sunday 3rd August 2025. Sorry for any inconvenience.

Join one of our Courses ​during
​your stay

All of our courses and workshops focus on green living, rural skills and bushcraft, and take place in our beautiful 55 acre woodland site. You can get 10% discount when you stay with us during your course for 2 nights or more in our campsite or eco lodge. ​

PHONE TO BOOK
Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm 
01730 823166 ​
HEALTH AND SAFETY DISCLAIMER
When visiting our site please take appropriate care, some areas have uneven surfaces with trip hazards associated with the great outdoors - conditions can be slippery in wet weather. Please ensure that you dress for the outdoors and bring footwear suitable for all types of weather. The Sustainability Centre will not accept responsibility for any injuries sustained by visitors.  
​EARTHWORKS TRUST  ​
The Sustainability Centre is owned and operated by ​The Earthworks Trust (Charity No. 1079866).
EARTHWORKS FOUNDATION
Our trading company is Earthworks Foundation.
​All profits go to support our charity The Earthworks Trust.




​Charity Number ​

​​1079866
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Main Address

The Sustainability Centre 
​Droxford Road,
East Meon, Hants
​GU32 1HR

Reception

01730 823166
​[email protected]

Cafe

01730 823755
[email protected]  

South Downs Eco Lodge ​& Camp Site

01730 823549
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Burials

​01730 823425
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Education

​[email protected]

Courses

​[email protected]