Wild Boar Wood Campsite offers a magical woodland glamping experience in the West Sussex countryside. Tucked amongst the trees, the furnished pre-erected bell tents are complete with beds, cooking equipment and your own firepit. Relax by the campfire, explore the woods and wave at the passing vintage steam trains of the Bluebell Railway.

Family focused off grid glamping in private woodland setting

Near the Bluebell Railway and within easy reach of Brighton and London

Bell tents with their own campfire as well as large communal fires

About Wild Boar Wood Campsite

Part of Pegs and Pitches Camping, this off-grid glamping site is located in private five-acre woodland near Haywards Heath, West Sussex. Guests are treated to a lovely woodland setting, a space for crackling fires, tweeting birds and den building. It's an ideal place to connect with the outdoors while being an easy reach of London and Brighton. The nine pre-erected 5m bell tents are set in a superb bluebell wood of 5 acres, where each has its own fire pit, grill for cooking on and picnic bench. Inside are comfy beds, cooking equipment and a bag of firewood to get you started. The site also has two faraway bell tents tucked away in seclusion - perfect for couples or families who want a little more privacy. Some of the bell tents are closer together for those coming in groups. Cars are parked away from the camping area so campers can relax in nature. It's ideal for families and groups to reconnect and renew friendships or chat with fellow campers around the campfire. Whole campsite bookings can also be made if you have a special occasion. Please note, the campsite is off-grid so has no electric. Campers will have a back to nature experience that won't easily be forgotten!

Wild Boar Wood Campsite is open from 12/04 to 12/10 in 2024 and from 03/04 to 04/10 in 2025.

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Facilities and amenities

The site has a water supply, eco flushing toilets and outdoor bucket showers (warm water supplied). There is a covered washing up area to the side and a baby bath onsite for the youngest campers. There is also a central camp area with communal fire which provides a great cooking area under cover. A warden is on site at all times to help guests.

The Old Dairy Farm and its shop are just two miles from site.

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Adult only

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Allow commercial vans

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Allow pets on site

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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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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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Toilet

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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

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WiFi


A note from the site themselves...

Hugh is the man behind Beech Estate and Wild Boar Wood Campsites (formerly Eco Camp UK). An Aussie by birth and a Brightonian by choice, Hugh started Eco Camp UK back in 2010. His idea was to provide the essence of wild camping in a way that was environmentally friendly, easy and enjoyable for families.


Map and address

Park address

Wild Boar Wood Campsite,

Wild Boar Wood, Horsted Keynes, Sussex, RH17 7EA

Coordinates

51.0162, -0.0321 | TQ 38 25

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Wild Boar Wood Campsite is ideal for...

Couples

Peace and quiet

Young children


There are 9 accommodation options on-site

Bookable pitches and accommodation options

9 x Wild Glamping Bell Tents

Max 6 people

Pre-erected bell tents, all set within the trees. Inside there are beds, carpet, a table, tableware and cooking equipment. You have a fire pit, BBQ grill, picnic table, chairs and water dispenser. Please bring your own bedding.


Wild Boar Wood Campsite reviews

4.84 /5

11 reviews

91%

would recommend

Overall
4.84
Location
4.91
Value for money
4.55
Service
5
Facilities
4.82
Cleanliness
4.91

Peace and quiet

Siobhan F

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Bell Tent - Wild Glamping Bell TentsSep 2024

My 8 year old and I spent two nights here at the end of summer. The location is easy to reach from London, but feels like a world away from the hustle and bustle. The fact there is no electricity means the peace and quiet of this magical woodland setting is maintained, yet the hosts provide everything you need, so it's perfectly balanced between low-effort camping and peace and quiet, unlike some Glamping sites which feel like Holiday Parks! The Wardens being on site 24/7 was really reassuring as I was travelling solo with my 8 yo, not that we needed to bother them during our stay, but knowing they were there in case of emergency was great. We received a warm welcome and once we were shown around and how everything worked, we were then left to relax, explore and soak in the beautiful surroundings. I would 10/10 recommend if you're looking for somewhere peaceful, quiet, in nature but close to attractions to keep the family entertained during the days, look no further!

Site's response

Dear Siobhan, we're so happy that you and your son had a lovely stay with us at Beech. We do try and make it as peaceful and restful as possible, whilst still allowing you to feel safe and comfortable whilst surrounded by the magic of the woodland. We do hope that you'll be back to visit us again. Thank you!

Brilliant experience

Andi H

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Bell Tent - Wild Glamping Bell TentsAug 2024

My family comprising of a 4 and 7 year old came to stay here, and all I can I say is from the moment we arrived it was like stepping into another world. Set in woodland location it has 9/10 large bell tents, everyone gets their own fire pit and picnic table and there are also 2 communal fire pits so you can meet your neighbours. The tents are large enough for 4 people, luggage and kitchen ware supplied by the camp. Upon arrival we were greeted by Lewis, a lovely warden that even helped with our wheelbarrow! He showed us around and we immediately felt welcomed by all. The children made friends with all the other little campers and they were able to roam around the site safely running after the bluebell steam train that went past every hour or so - it was a truly amazing experience- and I'm sure we'll be back again. We were very lucky with the weather and plucked the courage to an outdoor bucket shower which was actually such a great experience. Highly recommend this place!

Site's response

What a lovely review - words like these make our day! We're so glad that you had a great stay with us at Wild Boar Wood. It is like stepping into a little magical world once you arrive, and I'm so happy that you all experienced that. We hope you'll be back to visit us again soon. Thank you

Weekend at Wild Boar Wood

Sally K

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Bell Tent - Wild Glamping Bell TentsJun 2024

This is a delightful site set in woodland and surrounded by gorgeous countryside and farmers fields. We stayed in a faraway pitch, which was slightly distanced from the other tents. We had our own glade with a fire pit covered by a tarpaulin, which was great when it rained. Everything we needed for catering the weekend - the only thing you need to pack is your bedding. Site managers Jesse and Lewis were really lovely, created a nice welcoming atmosphere and super helpful. Perfect escape, especially with kids as they can run wild in woodland without fear of traffic. Some great places to visit near by too if you like National Trust and gardens. Also nice villages. We loved it and will be back!

Site's response

We are so happy you enjoyed your stay with us at Wild Boar Wood. We do hope to see you back again soon. Thank you!

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FAQ

Check-in is from 3pm-8pm and you must vacate your bell tent by 11am on day of departure.

Yes, and you can view a map of the site here.

Every bell tent here includes a fire pit, along with a bundle of firewood, and you'll also find a communal campfire area on site. Open campfires are not permitted.


This is the place for relaxing and enjoying the natural environment, against the background of the nostalgic Bluebell Railway. Now's your chance to unwind completely, enjoy cooking on a campfire, make tasty smores, try your hand at bug hunting and wildlife spotting or just lovely woodland walks.

Head down to the River Ouse for lovely walks through the High Weald, which end in welcoming Sussex pubs. The Sloop Inn, The Green Man and The Crown Inn are all within a mile or two of the site.

The steam trains of the Bluebell Railway pass right by the site, so be sure to wave at the passengers and perhaps take a ride for yourself!

This is also a great base for those wanting to explore the Sussex countryside and South Coast or to visit Ashdown Forest, of Winnie the Pooh fame.

The seaside and Lanes shopping area of Brighton and Hove are just an half hour from your base, or you can easily pop over to Haywards Heath and historic Lewes with its quaint streets.

Lindfield Golf Club is just minutes away, an ideal place for golfers to practise their swing.

Other great attractions include:

  • Ashdown Forest (10 mins)
  • The National Trust's Sheffield Park and Garden (10 mins)
  • Wakehurst Place (20 mins)
  • Bentley Wildfowl and Motor Museum (30 mins)
  • Borde Hill Garden (5 mins)
  • Heaven Farm (10 mins),
The listing for Wild Boar Wood Campsite was last updated on December 25th, 2024 at 7:52 AM

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