Dog-friendly camping in Bedgebury Forest

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In Bedgebury Forest, you’ll find over 1,100 campsites that welcome pets—so no need to leave your dog behind. Choices start at just £12 a night, with the average sitting around £70. The forest trails stay shaded even on hot days, and you’ll often spot deer at dawn. Top sites include Chalky Downs (241 reviews), The Barn KT9 (111 reviews), and Hook Farm Campsite (105 reviews). Toilets and showers are standard, and most sites let your dog roam by your side. Horseback-riding is big here, and plenty of spots for wildlife-watching or fishing dot the forest edge. Bring sturdy boots—the ground can get muddy after rain, and you’ll want to explore beyond the main paths.

96% (1.7K) 381 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Bedgebury Forest

Hastingford Fishery Glamping

1. Hastingford Fishery Glamping

100%
(8)
4 units · Glamping · Uckfield, England
Searching for a peaceful holiday/short break without kids underfoot? Ramble along to Hastingford Fishery, an adults-only shepherd's hut and fishing site set in a scenic lakeside setting less than five minutes’ drive from the East Sussex village of Hadlow Down and 20 minutes from Royal Tunbridge Wells. This site should suit couples or singles wanting to 'get away from it all' and also fishing fans down to the ground. It’s got several fishing lakes to choose from with lots of different species, so settle down on the banks with rod in hand and while away a few hours (or days) in quiet contemplation, waiting for something to bite. But please note, the site is not for 'competition anglers' although there are plenty of good sized carp around. and asks anyone fishing to only use barbless hooks, and for fish to be returned to the lake quickly after being caught.Not the fishing type? Chill out in and around your secluded hut, or there’s plenty to entertain in a leisurely fashion: paths wind around the lakes and through copses/shaws (as this is the High Weald) plus through the local countryside. There are spectacular views towards the South Downs National Park from the top lakes. A spring-fed lake is also on site to cool off in with some wild swimming. Lots of bird life around, with feeders outside each hut and waterfowl visitors to the lakes.When it comes to eats, pick up or have supplies delivered from supermarkets or takeaways in Uckfield, Heathfield or Crowborough or take a drive to Buxted Park for some posh food or pubs in Blackboys, Crowborough, Ringles Cross, 5 Ash Down, Rotherfield, or Buxted (it'll take about 10 minutes to drive to any of these). Lots of sample menus in huts.
Showers
Campfires
Wifi
from 
£99
 / night
Foot of the Downs

2. Foot of the Downs

100%
(25)
3 units · Glamping · West Sussex, South East England
Glamping on a family farm in Sussex, just off the South Downs Way and not far from Brighton
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from 
£117
 / night
Alciston Court Farm

3. Alciston Court Farm

95%
(38)
5 units · Tents · Alfriston, East Sussex, South East England
A back-to-basics campsite that’s well located at the foot of the South Downs
Campfires
from 
£30
 / night
Bramley Park Camping

4. Bramley Park Camping

89%
(14)
61 units · Glamping · England
Bramley Park Camping is in an area of outstanding natural beauty beside the South Downs with plenty of options within walking distance, such as restaurants, shops, pubs, walks, cycling routes and fantastic public transport connections. Relax and enjoy the experience with camping or glamping. Choose your own pitch and campfires are encouraged. We are family friendly, just 15 minutes from Eastbourne beach and the closest site to the Seven Sisters. Tents + Campervans only (NO MOTORHOMES OR RV's) In a nutshell: - Facilities include toilets, showers, and washing up area - Pitch where you like system - Campfires are encouraged - Dogs stay for free - On-site fresh Pizza, Breakfast and Coffee from our food station - On-site shop stocking camping essentials, drinks, ice, ice creams etc. - Closest site to the Seven Sisters - Close to the coast (Eastbourne beach) With breathtaking views, comfortable pitches and glamping, plus all the essential facilities, you'll have everything you need for a top getaway here. This excellent area has just enough activities to suit every taste, group or person, with days out at the beach, the zoo, adventure parks, historic castles, hiking, walking, mountain biking and even wine tasting. Campers can enjoy the comfort of their own tent or campervan on a set of wild camping pitches. Upon arrival, you can choose where you would like to pitch and there will be plenty of space for you to enjoy the scenery. You can enjoy a touch of luxury in the South Downs National Park with 5m bell tents, each sleeping up to four people. These come fully furnished (with linen provided) and add a little more luxury to a regular camping visit. There are local attractions catering to any type of group, family, interest or person. The South Downs Way is very popular for walking/hiking and Friston Forest is ideal for mountain biking. Other things to see and do: *The Seven Sisters walk *The beach and seafront *Pevensey Castle *Knockhatch Adventure Park *Drusillas Zoo *Brighton (including the Lanes and the Royal Pavilion)
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from 
£100
 / night
Woodfire at Westerlands

5. Woodfire at Westerlands

99%
(51)
22 units · Tents · West Sussex, South East England
A foodie campsite with outdoor feasts, set in the heart of the South Downs
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£22
 / night

In Bedgebury Forest, you’ll find over 1,100 campsites that welcome pets—so no need to leave your dog behind. Choices start at just £12 a night, with the average sitting around £70. The forest trails stay shaded even on hot days, and you’ll often spot deer at dawn. Top sites include Chalky Downs (241 reviews), The Barn KT9 (111 reviews), and Hook Farm Campsite (105 reviews). Toilets and showers are standard, and most sites let your dog roam by your side. Horseback-riding is big here, and plenty of spots for wildlife-watching or fishing dot the forest edge. Bring sturdy boots—the ground can get muddy after rain, and you’ll want to explore beyond the main paths.

96% (1.7K) 381 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Bedgebury Forest

Hastingford Fishery Glamping

1. Hastingford Fishery Glamping

100%
(8)
4 units · Glamping · Uckfield, England
Searching for a peaceful holiday/short break without kids underfoot? Ramble along to Hastingford Fishery, an adults-only shepherd's hut and fishing site set in a scenic lakeside setting less than five minutes’ drive from the East Sussex village of Hadlow Down and 20 minutes from Royal Tunbridge Wells. This site should suit couples or singles wanting to 'get away from it all' and also fishing fans down to the ground. It’s got several fishing lakes to choose from with lots of different species, so settle down on the banks with rod in hand and while away a few hours (or days) in quiet contemplation, waiting for something to bite. But please note, the site is not for 'competition anglers' although there are plenty of good sized carp around. and asks anyone fishing to only use barbless hooks, and for fish to be returned to the lake quickly after being caught.Not the fishing type? Chill out in and around your secluded hut, or there’s plenty to entertain in a leisurely fashion: paths wind around the lakes and through copses/shaws (as this is the High Weald) plus through the local countryside. There are spectacular views towards the South Downs National Park from the top lakes. A spring-fed lake is also on site to cool off in with some wild swimming. Lots of bird life around, with feeders outside each hut and waterfowl visitors to the lakes.When it comes to eats, pick up or have supplies delivered from supermarkets or takeaways in Uckfield, Heathfield or Crowborough or take a drive to Buxted Park for some posh food or pubs in Blackboys, Crowborough, Ringles Cross, 5 Ash Down, Rotherfield, or Buxted (it'll take about 10 minutes to drive to any of these). Lots of sample menus in huts.
Showers
Campfires
Wifi
from 
£99
 / night
Foot of the Downs

2. Foot of the Downs

100%
(25)
3 units · Glamping · West Sussex, South East England
Glamping on a family farm in Sussex, just off the South Downs Way and not far from Brighton
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from 
£117
 / night
Alciston Court Farm

3. Alciston Court Farm

95%
(38)
5 units · Tents · Alfriston, East Sussex, South East England
A back-to-basics campsite that’s well located at the foot of the South Downs
Campfires
from 
£30
 / night
Bramley Park Camping

4. Bramley Park Camping

89%
(14)
61 units · Glamping · England
Bramley Park Camping is in an area of outstanding natural beauty beside the South Downs with plenty of options within walking distance, such as restaurants, shops, pubs, walks, cycling routes and fantastic public transport connections. Relax and enjoy the experience with camping or glamping. Choose your own pitch and campfires are encouraged. We are family friendly, just 15 minutes from Eastbourne beach and the closest site to the Seven Sisters. Tents + Campervans only (NO MOTORHOMES OR RV's) In a nutshell: - Facilities include toilets, showers, and washing up area - Pitch where you like system - Campfires are encouraged - Dogs stay for free - On-site fresh Pizza, Breakfast and Coffee from our food station - On-site shop stocking camping essentials, drinks, ice, ice creams etc. - Closest site to the Seven Sisters - Close to the coast (Eastbourne beach) With breathtaking views, comfortable pitches and glamping, plus all the essential facilities, you'll have everything you need for a top getaway here. This excellent area has just enough activities to suit every taste, group or person, with days out at the beach, the zoo, adventure parks, historic castles, hiking, walking, mountain biking and even wine tasting. Campers can enjoy the comfort of their own tent or campervan on a set of wild camping pitches. Upon arrival, you can choose where you would like to pitch and there will be plenty of space for you to enjoy the scenery. You can enjoy a touch of luxury in the South Downs National Park with 5m bell tents, each sleeping up to four people. These come fully furnished (with linen provided) and add a little more luxury to a regular camping visit. There are local attractions catering to any type of group, family, interest or person. The South Downs Way is very popular for walking/hiking and Friston Forest is ideal for mountain biking. Other things to see and do: *The Seven Sisters walk *The beach and seafront *Pevensey Castle *Knockhatch Adventure Park *Drusillas Zoo *Brighton (including the Lanes and the Royal Pavilion)
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from 
£100
 / night
Woodfire at Westerlands

5. Woodfire at Westerlands

99%
(51)
22 units · Tents · West Sussex, South East England
A foodie campsite with outdoor feasts, set in the heart of the South Downs
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£22
 / night

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