Camping at Tomkins Farm
Camping at Tomkins Farm
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Camping at Tomkins Farm is a rural retreat perfect for those looking to unwind in the Sussex countryside, only 15 minutes from Barcombe Mills for paddleboarding and wild swimming. There are a number of non electric grass pitches, suitable for tents and small camper vans. This is a lovely base for exploring the stunning South Downs National Park as well as the local area or trying some water sports, just half an hour from Brighton.
Family and dog friendly site in East Sussex, 15 -30 minutes from Barcombe Mills and Brighton
Set on a farm, a great choice for animal lovers - meet the sheep, alpacas and camels!
Freshly made pizzas cooked for you on Saturday evenings
About Camping at Tomkins Farm
This family friendly site is a peaceful rural retreat that welcomes families, well behaved groups and couples. With Brighton just half an hour down the road, home to stunning pebble beaches, this is a great choice to explore both the countryside and coast. Barcombe Mills is also only 15 minutes away too, a popular wild swimming and paddleboarding spot. There are grass pitches without electric. These spacious pitches allow tents, trailer tents and campervans to set up at this lovely spot. A great site for family get-togethers with an abundance of space for pitches to group together on request. There are also 5m bell tents available to hire furnished with a double bed and bedding. Three single camp beds can be set-up to accommodate extra children. On a Saturday evening, you can relax and let the site owners cook you up some delicious pizzas. Dogs are allowed, but please keep them on the lead at all times as there are resident farm animals, including sheep, alpacas and camels! Fire pits can be provided and are perfect for toasting marshmallows after a busy day exploring, or for relaxing around under the stars.
Camping at Tomkins Farm is open from 05/04 to 30/09 in 2024 and from 18/04 to 30/09 in 2025.
There are seven flushing toilets, two urinals, two hot showers and a washing up point. Order drinks to your pitch by scanning the QR code on the white pitch number.
The Five Bells pub is just a ten minute walk away and is lovely for an evening meal. Within a short walk there is a public football pitch, basketball net and children's playground. Also there are a range of farm shops just a short drive away
Adult only
Allow commercial vans
Allow pets
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
Internet access
Kids club
Kids playground
Laundry
Near beach
Near pub
Open year round
Peaceful
RV pitches
Shop
Showers
Swimming pool
Toilets
TV room
Vineyard
Water hookups
Watersports
W.C. disposal
There are 42 accommodation options on-site
Bookable pitches and accommodation options
40 x Non Electric Grass Pitches
Max 8 people
Grass pitches measuring approximately 12m x 1m without electric hook up. Suitable for tents, trailer tents and campervans.
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would recommend
"The tranquility of the site was only matched by the friendliness of the staff"
Vladimir G - Apr 2024
"The campsite was excellent ... The alpacas and camels entertained the kids and adults alike!"
Anneka F - Aug 2023
"A really lovely campsite! We had such a brilliant time here that we decided to stay an extra night"
Lisa B - Aug 2023
Great stay!
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Ruby B
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Had a great stay at Tomkins Farm. The campsite is in a beautiful location, spacious, easy laid-back arrival, and the facilities are exactly what you might need. A fantastic price, too, it was really nice that each pitch came with a firepit. Would absolutely visit again.
A great stay!
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Carl G
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Great site, animals for the kids. Nice walks. Well worth the stay!
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Ally F
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Great campsite. They went above and beyond to help us and we couldn’t thank them enough. We will definitely be back.
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Things to do on site and in the North Chailey area
The stunning Bluebell railway is just a ten minute drive away where you can embark on an idyllic steam train ride through picturesque countryside. Sheffield Park and Garden is also just a ten minute drive away. This National Trust site has an expansive parkland, four lakes and hosts seasonal flower shows.
Venture down to Barcombe Mills just ten minutes away and take part in some wild swimming and paddle boarding. You will need to bring your own boards for this. You can even hire a boat from the Anchor Pub.
The bustling city of Brighton is only half an hour away and boasts lovely pebble beaches, the famous Laines for independent shops and the iconic Brighton Pier.
Other nearby activities:
- Ashdown Forest (15 minutes)
- Lewes town (15 minutes)
- Glynde for paragliding (20 minutes)
- Firle Beacon (25 minutes)
- Middle Farm (25 minutes)
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