49 woodland and forest campsites in Sussex

Bluebell Coppice Park, Crowhurst, Battle, East SussexPlaceholder image
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Crowhurst, Battle, East Sussex

4.83 /5

46 reviews

93%

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Secluded, family site for tents, touring and bell tents at the heart of 1066 country. Ensuite pitches too!

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Earth Camp, North Chailey, East SussexPlaceholder image
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North Chailey, East Sussex

4.62 /5

25 reviews

78%

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Back-to-nature camping and bell tents by the South Downs, surrounded by woodland. Onsite yoga, gong baths and more!

Bramley Park Camping, Polegate, East SussexPlaceholder image
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Polegate, East Sussex

4.55 /5

79 reviews

95%

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A scenic site at the foot of the South Downs, walking distance from pubs and shops. 15 mins from Eastbourne beach!

Missing Link Glamping, East Grinstead, West SussexPlaceholder image
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East Grinstead, West Sussex

4.84 /5

22 reviews

95%

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Luxury, ensuite pods with hot tubs on a 320 acre countryside estate. Next to Missing Link's Brewery Tap Room!

Beech Estate Campsite, Battle, East SussexPlaceholder image
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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!

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Heronsdale Manor Farm Campsite, Waldron, Heathfield, East SussexPlaceholder image
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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.

Housedean Farm Campsite, Lewes, East SussexPlaceholder image
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Lewes, East Sussex

4.89 /5

17 reviews

88%

would recommend

Family-friendly camping and glamping in the South Downs National Park, just off the A27, 15 minutes from Brighton.

Hook Farm Campsite, West Hoathly, West SussexPlaceholder image
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West Hoathly, West Sussex

4.83 /5

46 reviews

96%

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A family-friendly back to basics campsite ideal for weekend getaways in the beautiful Sussex countryside.

Seven Acre Woods, Battle, East SussexPlaceholder image
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Battle, East Sussex

4.9 /5

12 reviews

100%

would recommend

Family friendly camping and glamping in the High Weald AONB by an ancient woodland. Just 20 minutes to Hastings.

Yamp Camp Deer Park, Eridge, East SussexPlaceholder image
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Eridge, East Sussex

4.53 /5

12 reviews

100%

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Peaceful almost wild camping with an onsite café in the woodland of Eridge Park, ten minutes from Tunbridge Wells.

Dogwood Camping and Glamping, Brede, Rye, East SussexPlaceholder image
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Brede, Rye, East Sussex

4.85 /5

24 reviews

96%

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Quiet and secluded glamping in the heart of the East Sussex countryside. Open year round with onsite animals!

Bluecaps Farm Glamping, Cousley Wood, Wadhurst, East SussexPlaceholder image
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Cousley Wood, Wadhurst, East Sussex

4.94 /5

10 reviews

100%

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Shepherd's huts with cosy furnishings in a secluded field surrounded by woodland. Ten minutes to Bewl Water.

Southwood Park, Hambrook, West SussexPlaceholder image
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Hambrook, West Sussex

4.69 /5

14 reviews

93%

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Luxury woodland bell tents with an onsite bar and playground, ten minutes from Chichester. Dog friendly.

Wild Boar Wood Campsite, Horsted Keynes, West SussexPlaceholder image
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Horsted Keynes, West Sussex

4.84 /5

11 reviews

91%

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Off-grid wild glamping in the forest with beautifully furnished bell tents, bucket showers and campfires.

Wowo Campsite, Uckfield, East SussexPlaceholder image
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Uckfield, East Sussex

4.93 /5

3 reviews

100%

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Family friendly camping and glamping near the Bluebell Railway. Campfires, workshops, wild spa, farm shop and more!

The Secret Campsite, Barcombe, Lewes, East SussexPlaceholder image
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Barcombe, Lewes, East Sussex

4.91 /5

13 reviews

85%

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Peaceful camping and glamping site near the South Downs. Surrounded by wildlife with campfires allowed!

Barefoot Yurts, Brede, Rye, East SussexPlaceholder image
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Brede, Rye, East Sussex

5 /5

3 reviews

100%

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Private use of two fully furnished yurts with views over the Brede Valley and High Weald AONB. Dogs welcome!

Scallow Glamping, Caravan and Campsite, Lewes, East SussexPlaceholder image
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Lewes, East Sussex

4.8 /5

6 reviews

100%

would recommend

Rural camping and touring for members only. Glamping pods too! Close to many walks and a short drive to Eastbourne.

Dernwood Farm, Waldron, Heathfield, East SussexPlaceholder image
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Waldron, Heathfield, East Sussex

Camping and glamping with fire pits set in a 70 acre woodland by the High Weald AONB. Dog and family friendly.

Battle Pods and Bells, Battle, East SussexPlaceholder image
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Battle, East Sussex

4.76 /5

11 reviews

91%

would recommend

Off-grid woodland glamping pods and bell tents with eco facilities, a 15 minute walk from Battle. Dog friendly.

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Chanctonbury View Camping at Gallops Farm, Findon, Worthing, West SussexPlaceholder image

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 SussexPlaceholder image

Fernhurst, Haslemere, West Sussex

A truly beautiful, high quality sustainable natural retreat in the heart of the South Downs National Park.

Rother Valley Caravan Park, Northiam, Rye, West SussexPlaceholder image

Northiam, Rye, West Sussex

A family owned, dog friendly campsite and glampsite, overlooking Kent/Sussex countryside and the High Weald AONB.

Concierge Camping, West Ashling, Chichester, West SussexPlaceholder image

West Ashling, Chichester, West Sussex

Luxurious, multi award winning touring and glamping park with unique pitches near Chichester and Goodwood.

Knepp Safaris, Dial Post, Horsham, West SussexPlaceholder image

Dial Post, Horsham, West Sussex

Glamping and camping in the heart of the Knepp Rewilding Project, close to the High Weald AONB.

Blacklands Farm Caravan and Camping, Henfield, West SussexPlaceholder image

Henfield, West Sussex

Family friendly site in an oak-enclosed meadows with an onsite playpark and fishing. Just 20 minutes to Brighton!

Horam Manor Country Park, Heathfield, East SussexPlaceholder image

Heathfield, East Sussex

Set near the High Weald AONB, this dog friendly park is close to Eastbourne and Beachy Head with fishing nearby.

Washington Caravan and Camping Park, Pulborough, West SussexPlaceholder image

Pulborough, West Sussex

Well maintained camping and caravan park with fully serviced pitches, grass electric hook ups and glamping tents.

Wyld Wood Campsite, Newick, Lewes, East SussexPlaceholder image

Newick, Lewes, East Sussex

Natural wild pitches or furnished yurts in a beautiful 13-acre woodland, with campfires and hot showers.

Fox Wood Camping, Patching, West SussexPlaceholder image

Patching, West Sussex

Woodland camping in a stunning oak forest, perfect for family groups.

Blackberry Wood, Streat, Ditchling, East SussexPlaceholder image

Streat, Ditchling, East Sussex

Truly unique camping and glamping site at the foot of the South Downs near Brighton, with two wonderful treehouses.

Wild Heart Hill Camp Certificated Site, Findon, Worthing, West SussexPlaceholder image

Findon, Worthing, West Sussex

A woodland and wildflower strewn hillside with camping fields at its base. Back to nature, simple and beautiful

Kitts Campsite, Scaynes Hill, Haywards Heath, West SussexPlaceholder image
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Scaynes Hill, Haywards Heath, West Sussex

Family friendly camping and glamping in ancient West Sussex woodlands, ten minutes from a charming local pub.

Pop-Up Woods and Meadows Campsite, Hastings, East SussexPlaceholder image

Hastings, East Sussex

Off-grid and family friendly camping in woodlands or meadows in the High Weald AONB. 15 minutes from Hastings.

Sussex Topiary Campsite, Rudgwick, Horsham, West SussexPlaceholder image

Rudgwick, Horsham, West Sussex

This peaceful site is only a short drive from a fishery and golf club - with plenty of activities for all to enjoy!

Old Farm Camp and Touring Site, Slindon, Arundel, West SussexPlaceholder image

Slindon, Arundel, West Sussex

Family friendly, small, peaceful site with grass and hardstandings for tents, caravans or motorhomes. Dog friendly.

Sunset Tree Camping, Staplefield, West SussexPlaceholder image

Staplefield, West Sussex

Off grid and eco friendly camping site with tent pitches and bell tent glamping, plus a secret woodland onsite.

Ditchling Camping, Ditchling, Hassocks, East SussexPlaceholder image
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Ditchling, Hassocks, East Sussex

Family and dog friendly camping and glamping site. In the South Downs, 25 minutes away from Brighton Beach.

Downash Wood Treehouses, Ticehurst, East SussexPlaceholder image

Ticehurst, East Sussex

A romantic, adult only couple's escape by the High Weald AONB and Bewl Water, with all your creature comforts.

Bonnington Farm Campsite, Loxwood, Billingshurst, West SussexPlaceholder image

Loxwood, Billingshurst, West Sussex

Caravan and Camping Club members only campsite set in stunning sussex countryside. Dogs welcome.

Cedar Gables Campsite, Flimwell, Wadhurst, East SussexPlaceholder image

Flimwell, Wadhurst, East Sussex

Cedar Gables is a small camp site with excellent facilities, surrounded on three sides by trees.

Barn Meadow Camping, Staplecross, East SussexPlaceholder image

Staplecross, East Sussex

Family friendly, campsite in the High Weald AONB, 30 minutes from Camber Sands. Dog friendly.

Elessar Yurt Village, Oakwood, Chichester, West SussexPlaceholder image

Oakwood, Chichester, West Sussex

A luxurious glamping yurt village with hot tubs and hammocks, in beautiful countryside beside the South Downs.

Senlac Wood, Catsfield, Battle, East SussexPlaceholder image

Catsfield, Battle, East Sussex

Set in beautiful 1066 country, this is a quiet campsite ideal for relaxing and visiting the seaside at Hastings.

Netherfield Place Farm Camping, Netherfield, East SussexPlaceholder image

Netherfield, East Sussex

Rural farm with tents and campervan pitches in the High Weald AONB, near Hastings and Normans Bay. Bell tents too!

Crows Hall Wild Camping, Chilgrove, Chichester, West SussexPlaceholder image

Chilgrove, Chichester, West Sussex

Dog friendly wild camping in the heart of the South Downs National Park, in reach of Chichester and the coast.

The Tree House at Castle Cottage, Fittleworth, West SussexPlaceholder image

Fittleworth, West Sussex

A cosy treehouse for couples with a sweeping balcony, set by the South Downs National Park and close to Goodwood.

Bluebell Yurts, Horsted Keynes, Haywards Heath, West SussexPlaceholder image

Horsted Keynes, Haywards Heath, West Sussex

Cosy glamping in yurts nestled in an enchanting woodland haven beside a babbling brook. Family groups welcome.

Forest Garden Shovelstrode, Ashurst Wood, East Grinstead, East SussexPlaceholder image

Ashurst Wood, East Grinstead, East Sussex

Nestled in a piece of ancient woodland close to A.A. Milne's Ashdown Forest are a set of luxury glamping pods.

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