Back to basics campsites in Sussex
32 back to basics campsites in Sussex
Earth Camp
North Chailey, East Sussex
4.62 /5
25 reviews
78%
would recommend
Back-to-nature camping and bell tents by the South Downs, surrounded by woodland. Onsite yoga, gong baths and more!
Camping at Tomkins Farm
North Chailey, East Sussex
4.71 /5
47 reviews
89%
would recommend
Surrounded by lovely walks through the Sussex countryside. Meet the sheep, alpacas and camels!
Bramley Park Camping
Polegate, East Sussex
4.55 /5
79 reviews
95%
would recommend
A scenic site at the foot of the South Downs, walking distance from pubs and shops. 15 mins from Eastbourne beach!
Beech Estate Campsite
Battle, East Sussex
4.86 /5
31 reviews
97%
would recommend
A magical woodland site, offering forest camping and wild glamping bell tents. Complete with bucket showers!
Fontmills Farm Campsite
Hellingly, East Sussex
4.92 /5
17 reviews
100%
would recommend
Friendly, family run farm campsite with tent and campervan pitches, plus glamping - nearby the Cuckoo Trail.
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Stud Farm
Telscombe, Lewes, East Sussex
4.75 /5
69 reviews
96%
would recommend
Peaceful back to basics camping, just off the South Downs Way and a 20-30 minute walk to the beach.
Heronsdale Manor Farm Campsite
Waldron, Heathfield, East Sussex
4.89 /5
13 reviews
92%
would recommend
Back to nature family camping and touring in the Sussex countryside. Dog friendly and campfires allowed.
Hook Farm Campsite
West Hoathly, West Sussex
4.83 /5
46 reviews
96%
would recommend
A family-friendly back to basics campsite ideal for weekend getaways in the beautiful Sussex countryside.
The Otter Channel
Peasmarsh, East Sussex
4.54 /5
14 reviews
79%
would recommend
Peaceful campsite with bucket showers on the banks of the River Rother, ten minutes from Rye. Dog friendly.
Fox Wood Camping
Patching, West Sussex
4.71 /5
21 reviews
95%
would recommend
Woodland camping in a stunning oak forest, perfect for family groups.
Wild Boar Wood Campsite
Horsted Keynes, West Sussex
4.84 /5
11 reviews
91%
would recommend
Off-grid wild glamping in the forest with beautifully furnished bell tents, bucket showers and campfires.
Campfire Weekends
Eridge Green, Crowborough, East Sussex
4.92 /5
13 reviews
100%
would recommend
Secluded, peaceful and back-to-basics tent camping at weekends only for over 21s in an AONB. Campfires welcome.
Netherfield Place Farm Camping
Netherfield, East Sussex
4.56 /5
9 reviews
100%
would recommend
Rural farm with tents and campervan pitches in the High Weald AONB, near Hastings and Normans Bay. Bell tents too!
Wayfaring Farm Camping
Filching, Polegate, East Sussex
4.81 /5
14 reviews
100%
would recommend
Off grid wild camping and glamping site for nature lovers, situated within the South Downs National Park.
Hastings 1066
Telham, Battle, East Sussex
4.65 /5
8 reviews
100%
would recommend
A back-to-basics, adult only camping and bell tent site between Hastings and Battle, 15 minutes from the beach.
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Chanctonbury View Camping at Gallops Farm
Findon, Worthing, West Sussex
A tranquil family friendly site in the South Downs - walking distance from pubs and South Downs Way.
Night Pastures
Fernhurst, Haslemere, West Sussex
A truly beautiful, high quality sustainable natural retreat in the heart of the South Downs National Park.
Experience Sussex at Wimbles Farm
Horam, Heathfield, East Sussex
Small and quiet camping and glamping, with private campfire pitches in secluded corners. Pitches have own toilets!
Wyld Wood Campsite
Newick, Lewes, East Sussex
Natural wild pitches or furnished yurts in a beautiful 13-acre woodland, with campfires and hot showers.
Ditchling Camp
Ditchling, East Sussex
Off-grid camping in the South Downs National Park, with a laid back atmosphere, campfires and private pitches.
Pop-Up Woods and Meadows Campsite
Hastings, East Sussex
Off-grid and family friendly camping in woodlands or meadows in the High Weald AONB. 15 minutes from Hastings.
Boathouse Farm Camping
Isfield, East Sussex
Relaxed camping for all on an organic working farm in the heart of Sussex, situated alongside the River Ouse.
Yamp Camp Kitts
Scaynes Hill, West Sussex
Three large camping meadows to choose from, campfires and dogs welcome, by Ashdown Forest and the South Downs.
Woodpecker Camping Field
Climping, Littlehampton, West Sussex
Family friendly, back-to-basics, tent, motorhome, touring caravan site with electric grass pitches. Dogs welcome.
Yamp Camp Isfield
Isfield, Uckfield, East Sussex
Traditional campsite with complimentary fire pits in a village setting, 15 minutes from the Bluebell Railway.
Ryebank Corner
Climping, Littlehampton, West Sussex
Small and peaceful site with a selection of yurts and bell tents, a half a mile to Climping beach.
Pett Camping
Pett, Hasting, East Sussex
Back to basics campsite in the High Weald AONB, stunning countryside views, 15 minute walk to the beach.
Crows Hall Wild Camping
Chilgrove, Chichester, West Sussex
Dog friendly wild camping in the heart of the South Downs National Park, in reach of Chichester and the coast.
Donnington Wild Camping
Donnington, Chichester, West Sussex
A true camping experience, getting back to basics with plenty of space to be at one with the countryside.
Oakfield Farm Campsite
Hailsham, East Sussex
Back to basics camping with campfires, set just 10 minutes from the South Downs, on a family friendly site.
Ouse Meadow Campsite
Lewes, East Sussex
Idyllic back-to-basics camping on the riverbank, opposite the Bluebell Railway in Sussex. Campfires allowed.
Oakside Farm Certificated Site
Ringmer, Lewes, East Sussex
Members only tent and touring site set just one mile from the South Downs. Pets welcome and campfires allowed.
