The Otter Channel
The Otter Channel
4.54 /5
Situated just ten minutes from Rye, The Otter Channel offers a peaceful getaway on the banks of the River Rother. Tent campers are welcome across non electric grass pitches, each with their own fire pits for nights of roasting marshmallows under the stars. Within 20 minutes of beautiful beaches like Camber Sands and great attractions like Bodiam Castle, this is an ideal base for exploring East Sussex!
Situated on the banks of the River Rother, enjoy birdsong and wildlife spotting
Small, family-orientated site with well maintained facilities and bucket showers
Within ten minutes of Rye, 20 minutes from Camber Sands and Bodiam Castle
About The Otter Channel
Nestled in the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, this tranquil riverside campsite offers the perfect respite from the stress of day-to-day life. Within easy reach of glorious beaches, historic monuments and wonderful walking routes, there is plenty for you to choose from when it comes to days out. The site offers just 15 non electric grass tent pitches, each measuring 5m x 5m and welcoming up to four guests. You can also add a fire pit to your booking for an additional cost,so you can enjoy making smores of an evening, or cosying up by the campfire as you gaze up at the starry night sky. BBQs are welcome too, so don't forget to pack the sausages! For enjoying watersports on the river, Epic life River Rother is just a stone's throw from the site where you can hire paddleboards, kayaks and even arrange lessons such as SUP yoga. If you're wanting to venture off-site, a ten minute drive away will take you to the historic town of Rye, full of charming shops and restaurants. Four-legged friends are also welcome to join you on your holiday, with up to two allowed per pitch.
The Otter Channel is open on the following dates for 2024: 03/05 to 05/05, 17/05 to 19/05, 24/05 to 26/05, 30/05 to 02/06, 07/06 to 09/06, 14/06 to 16/06, 21/06 to 23/06, 28/06 to 30/06, 05/07 to 07/07, 19/07 to 08/08, 12/08 to 01/09, 06/09 to 08/09, 13/09 to 15/09, 20/09 to 22/09 and 27/09 to 30/09 and the following dates for 2025: 02/05 to 28/09.
Site facilities include three compost loos, three hot bucket showers, a washing-up area and gas hobs to heat water. There is an onsite horse trailer shop selling dry goods.
The closest shop to site is Wittersham Village Store, a five minute drive away. For a drink or something to eat, The Swan Inn pub is five minutes away. A pleasant one hour walk across the neighbouring fields and footpaths will also take you to a pub in Peamarsh.
Adult only
Allow commercial vans
Allow pets on site
Bike hire
Café / restaurant
Communal BBQ
Disabled facilities
Drinking water
Electric hookups
Entertainment
Family friendly
Fires allowed
Fishing
Games room
Glamping
Golf
Horse riding
Hot tub
Kids club
Kids playground
Laundry
Near beach
Near pub
Open year round
Peaceful
RV pitches
Shop
Showers
Swimming pool
Toilet
TV room
Vineyard
Water hookups
Watersports
W.C. disposal
WiFi
There are 15 accommodation options on-site
Bookable pitches and accommodation options
15 x Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches
Max 4 people
Non electric grass 5m x 5m pitches with picnic benches, suitable for tents and trailer tents only.
4.54 /5
79%
would recommend
"Absolutely loved this place - beautiful location, great eco facilities"
Erica W - Jul 2024
"My little boy loved the freedom of being able to just spend time outside, as did the dog!"
Kerry B - May 2024
"It was pure bliss being able to watch the squirrels, find the ducks and go on beautiful walks"
Danny C - Aug 2023
"It really has everything you need for a break away from it all"
Kathy Y - May 2023
Lots of space!
Recommends site
Fiona K
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Lovely, simple campsite in a great location. Really appreciate how there is space for more tents but pitches are limited so there was loads of space for the kids to run around and it had a peaceful vibe. Compost toilets were clean and as pleasant as a compost toilet can get! Owner was super responsive when we asked a question via text. Great spot for trips to Rye, Camber Sands, Bodiam Castle and paddleboarding at Epic Life (recommend a stop at Will's bakery in Northiam on the way to Bodiam).
Peaceful and relaxing stay
Recommends site
Helen K
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Loved the sites, it's small with eco facilities that work. Great position by the river to swim in. Will definitely return and recommend
Fantastic site with a natural and relaxed eco setting
Recommends site
Tamsin G
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We wanted a chilled, more natural camping setting (we're not fans of the more built up sites) and The Otter Channel was everything we were looking for. Katie was helpful with all the pre info and gave instructions for arrival. It's a small campsite but still felt like there was lots of room in between pitches. Within minutes, the kids had made friends with other children and were exploring and climbing trees - perfect! There are 3 bucket showers (definitely took two of us to get to grips with it first!) which were great fun, and 3 eco toilets which were well kept. Very handy to have the extra communal stove at the side as well as 2 sinks for washing up. The site was busy over the weekend when we were there and there was never too much noise and we never queued for the facilities. Location is close to Rye and Tenterden, and we ventured to Hastings for a day at the beach one day. Lovely to see all the local wild swimming too close to the campsite. Horse cart with amenities was a lovely touch. We didn't have to use it, but was nice to have it there just in case. We also loved having the fire pit for the evenings - perfect after a day exploring. We'd definitely return. A perfect place for a more traditional camping experience.
Site tariff
Things to do on site and in the Peasmarsh area
If you're wanting to spend your days enjoying watersports out on the river, Epic life River Rother is just next to the site. The outdoor activity company offers paddleboarding, kayak and canoe hire, along with lessons such as SUP yoga, sea kayaking, spring paddle and more!
For making the most of the summer sun, the site is within easy reach of the East Sussex Coast. The glorious Camber Sands beach is just 20 minutes away, perfect for a day of sunbathing or swimming, whilst the charming town of Hastings (35 minutes) also offers a glorious stretch of beach with lots of seaside attractions.
If you're an animal lover, a visit to the South of England Rare Breeds Centre (20 minutes) is a must. You can meet the friendly farmyard animals, enjoy an amazing bird of prey experience and even get involved in one of the famous pig races.
To learn about some local history, Bodiam Castle is just a 20 minute drive away. The 14th-century castle is now a National Trust property, surrounded by its very own spectacular moat. Guests can tour the grounds and step inside the ancient walls which were once occupied by great knights.
Other nearby attractions include:
- National Trust - Smallhythe Place (10 minutes)
- Dungeness National Nature Reserve (30 minutes)
- Sissinghurst Castle Garden (30 minutes)
- Smugglers Adventure (35 minutes)
- Hastings Aquarium (35 minutes)
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