Ideally located between London and Brighton, The Holmsted Himalayas offers bell tent glamping with views of the Ouse Valley. Expect campfires, wild swimming in the large pond and woodlands next door. The beautifully furnished bell tents are set up for four (sleeping up to six) and are complete with beds. No car? The site is great for those using public transport.

Bell tent glamping on the ridge of the Ouse Valley with fantastic views

Home to many ponds including one with a jetty that's open for wild swimming and kayaking!

Large communal space with seating, lighting, large fridges, toaster, kettles and power points

About The Holmsted Himalayas

On a sheltered 20-acre field and working farm with beautiful valley views, this pop-up site offers bell tent glamping in a great location between London and Brighton. Set up with four beds with room for up to six, there are ten fully furnished bell tents. These are complete with a double bed, two single beds, soft rugs and lighting. Outside, you'll find an off-ground fire pit too. Great handmade facilities are nearby, including rustic hot showers and toilets in a converted horse trailer. On-site, you'll find small ponds dotted around, attracting various wildlife. There is also a bigger lake has a jetty installed and is open for swimming. So don't forget to bring your kit to take a dip! There are plenty of countryside walks nearby and a pub down the road too. After swimming, relax in the communal tent with other campers complete with a fridge, power points and any other information that you may need. There's also a gym that will allow one-off attendance to classes and bootcamp sessions.

This site is open from 22nd May to 5th June and then from 28th July to 7th September.


Facilities and amenities

Facilities include three homemade gas-powered showers and flushing toilets in a converted horse trailer. There is also a communal stretch tent with charging points, seating areas, a fridge, tea and coffee making facilities, information and games. Fire pits are provided, and you can buy logs from the farm. You'll also find a gym offering one-off passes at discounted rates to campers on the farm.

It's a one-mile walk to the local pub, the Victory Inn. There is an on-site butcher and there will be food and drink evenings throughout August and May half term.

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Adult only

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Allow commercial vans

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Allow pets

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Bike hire

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Café / restaurant

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Communal BBQ

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Disabled facilities

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Drinking water

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Electric hookups

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Entertainment

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Family friendly

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Fires allowed

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Fishing

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Games room

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Glamping

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Golf

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Horse riding

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Hot tub

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Internet access

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Kids club

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Kids playground

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Laundry

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Near beach

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Near pub

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Open year round

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Peaceful

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RV pitches

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Shop

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Showers

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Swimming pool

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Toilets

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TV room

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Vineyard

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Water hookups

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Watersports

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W.C. disposal


A note from the site themselves...

The Hayward Family has been rooted here since the 1900s when they traded South London for these beautiful fields. Back then, the Hayward Brothers, known for their famous pickles, realized that our heavy Wealden clay soil wasn't exactly veggie-friendly. So, they decided to move on, leaving Tony Hayward (Bill's dad) as the tenant at Holmsted.

Sadly, Tony passed away in the late 1990s, and that's when Bill and Amanda stepped in, eventually buying the farm back. Since then, some big changes have been brought to both the farm and the business. We waved goodbye to the dairy cows and brought the contracting business back in-house. These days, we're what you call a 'mixed' farm.

But that's not all. Like many of our farming friends around here, we've diversified, hence the reason for the campsite. We can't wait to welcome you and share this special place with you, Joshua


Map and address

Park address

The Holmsted Himalayas,

Staplefield Road, Cuckfield, Haywards Heath, Sussex, RH17 5JT

Coordinates

51.0205, -0.1735 | TQ 28 26

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The Holmsted Himalayas is ideal for...

Couples

Older children (13+)

Peace and quiet

Young children


There are 10 accommodation options on-site

Bookable pitches and accommodation options

10 x 5m Furnished Bell Tents

Max 6 people

Fully furnished with one double bed and 2 Z beds, all with bedding. Additional beds available. Off-ground fire pit outside. Shared facilities are nearby. Please note, that there are no bins. Sorry, no pets.


The Holmsted Himalayas reviews

4.77 /5

13 reviews

92%

would recommend

Overall
4.77
Location
4.54
Value for money
4.77
Service
4.85
Facilities
4.69
Cleanliness
5

Stunning location

Debbie G

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Bell Tent - 5m Furnished Bell TentsAug 2024

Really beautiful and peaceful, great facilities. Would highly recommend.

Site's response

Thank you Debbie, that's very kind of you.

Great stay

Lisa N

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Bell Tent - 5m Furnished Bell TentsMay 2024

A great stay at the Holmsted Himalayas, we all enjoyed it. We particularly loved the swimming pond with the kayaks and the community tent made it more friendly for the kids and adults alike. The facilities were kept clean and everyone appreciated the warm showers.

Great location, amazing views

Kate W

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Bell Tent - 5m Furnished Bell TentsMay 2024

Great place for glamping. Stunning views and surrounded by wildlife. Well equipped kitchen and communal area. Hot showers.

Site's response

Thanks Kate, we're glad you enjoyed your stay!

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FAQ

Please arrive between 2pm and 6pm (7pm on Fridays) and vacate by 10am on your departure day.

Yes fires and BBQs are welcomed here, please do make sure though that any fuel, logs or coal have been supplied by the site. During the high season you are also welcome to join in the sociable BBQs evenings onsite too.

Each bell tent can sleep up to 6 people however, bookings of 12 or more adults are not permitted across the site.

Yes there is a lovely freshwater swimming pond where guests are welcome to take a dip.


Located in Haywards Heath, the site has easy access to the train station and bus stop. Nyman's woodlands (National Trust) is just a short walk, or take a trip to the coast at bustling Brighton (25 minutes by car) or Ashdown Forest (20 minutes).

Other attractions nearby include:

  • Cuckfield
  • Borde Hill Gardens
  • Ardingly Reservoir
  • Bluebell Railway
  • Bolney Wine Estate
The listing for The Holmsted Himalayas was last updated on October 31st, 2024 at 4:05 PM

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