- Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve
Luxury caravan parks in Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve
98% (211)
Top-rated campgrounds
98% (211)
Top-rated campgrounds
Camper favorites in and near Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve
Top-rated campgrounds reviewed by the Hipcamp community.
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Daniel
September 2025
4 m Class B
What a lovely campsite! Very peaceful and great facilities.
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sam
August 2025
Tent
We had a lovely stay, the campsite was beautiful and had everything we needed! The facilities are great, and the bucket showers were a lot of fun (as well as the nice hot showers next to them!).
There was lots of space between the tents so you felt like you had your own area, and the surrounding area was great to go for a walk or drive to some lovely beaches.
Maria & Raf were lovely and welcoming - we will definitely be back next year :)
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Victoria
August 2025
Tent
With pets
Lovely campsite, loads of space for kids to roam, beautiful views over the valley, great facilities - the compost toilets, showers and washing up area were all clean and well maintained. Maria and Raf were delightful and super chilled about, for example, another family joining us one evening for a bbq. Would definitely go back.
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alison
August 2025
Tent
Group trip
Great simple site, fires great view. Some nice touches since last year, flowers in washing areas, ‘tooth brushing and new washing up area. A ‘laybys’
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antoine
August 2025
Tent
With kids
Nice place. Little camp, very clear with 2 toilets and shower with hot water. Easy to find. Not far from portmouth
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David
August 2025
3 m Class B
Absolutely perfect
From the moment we got to the site to the moment we left!
Everything was so clean and perfectly organised! We will 100% be back this year and next
Daveeeeeeee & Simone with an E
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Lewis
August 2025
Tent
Group trip
I loved camping here at Fontmills, very friendly owners/staff, super helpful & welcoming. Very clean facilities with warm showers on site. Couldn’t recommend this campsite enough! Amazing!
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Claire
July 2025
Weekend Trip to Dernwood Farm Wild Camping
Lovely campsite with very comfortable bell tents. Amanda and her team are very friendly and accommodating. We will definitely be back!
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Rebecca
July 2025
Tent
Perfect location next to the cuckoo trail. Beautiful sunsets over the fields. Clean and well maintained toilets and showers. Friendly owners.
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isaac
June 2025
5 m Class B
Nice flat field, lovely view and nice walks nearby. Had a really nice weekend
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Jonathan
June 2025
Tent
With kids
If you can get a space up towards the pond or bottom as you come into the gates, you are close to the toilets - otherwise it is short (5ish mins) walk with kids. A lot of space, although it was busy on our night - so we had to pitch up next to some one - so an extra area would be good.
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Sinan
June 2025
Tent
With pets
Clean facilities, plenty of space for privacy, firewood available and really friendly/helpful staff. Would happily come again.
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Carlie
June 2025
6 m Class B
With kids
We had a fabulous time at Fontmills. Beautiful site, lovely clean facilities, super lovely hosts and the cutest little animals. We’ll be back for sure!
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Luther
June 2025
2 m Class B
With pets
Absolutely lovely site to pitch our campervan for the night, easy to find
& secured behind a gate. Perfect with the fire pit and very handy showers & loos! Would stay again.
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Beth
April 2025
5 m Class B
Beautiful campsite, easy to get in and out, will return :)
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danosmond
April 2025
6 m Class B
Lovely site, super welcoming and ideal location. Hot showers, proper loos but no other distractions from the simple basics of nature, big skies and peace!
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Christopher
April 2025
5 m Class B
Really lovely place to stay. Very quiet and nice setting. Donna was brilliant and came by to welcome us in. Everything clean and showers were excellent!
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Nick
April 2025
4 m Class B
Lovley campsite in a beautiful area. Donna was a great host!
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Luxury caravan parks in Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve guide
Tips for snagging a campsite
- South Downs campsites can book up quickly, especially in July and August, so reservations are always advised. Plan three to six months in advance for popular sites.
- If you do arrive without a reservation, it’s a good idea to secure a pitch first thing in the morning or call ahead, as available spots will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
- You will need to pay a deposit to secure your campsite reservation, and many sites ask for the full payment prior to arrival.
- Hiking and camping season in the South Downs runs from mid-March through early October, and many campsites close out of season. However, campsites open year-round often offer lower rates in low season.
When to go
Kingley Vale is magnificent in autumn, when fall foliage transforms the forest into a kaleidoscope of colour, while summer visitors flock to see the butterflies. Crowds descend on the reserve in July and August, so get there early to secure a parking spot or choose a quiet weekday out of season if you want the forest to yourself. Allergy sufferers might want to avoid visiting in spring—Yew pollen is notoriously allergenic.
Know before you go
- Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve is located within the South Downs National Park, about a 10-minute drive from Chichester. Direct trains run to Chichester from London Waterloo and take 1.5 hours.
- Free parking is available at the West Stoke car park, at the south end of Kingley Vale.
- Getting around the nature reserve is only possible on foot and uneven terrain means access for wheelchairs is very limited.
- All land within the national reserve is privately owned and wild camping is not permitted anywhere.