Family camping in Seven Sisters

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You’ve probably heard of the White Cliffs of Dover, but there’s an equally spectacular set of white cliffs along the southern shores of Sussex—the Seven Sisters. Marvel at the dramatic chalk cliffs from Seaford Head or Birling Gap, or head down to Cuckmere Haven to view the cliffs from the beach. Hikers can also tackle the 12-mile (4-6 hour) Seven Sisters walk along the cliff-tops, part of the South Downs Way national trail. Campers can pitch their tent in the Seven Sisters Country Park or choose from several campsites within the South Downs National Park.

97% (968) 168 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Seven Sisters

Chalky Downs

1. Chalky Downs

96%
(605)
10 units · Tents, Motorhomes · Brighton, East Sussex, South East England
Traditional tent camping in a stunningly-located South Downs farm, just down the road from buzzing Brighton
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£16
 / night
The Barn KT9

2. The Barn KT9

97%
(271)
22 units · Tents, Glamping · Greater London, South East England
A unique rural campsite in Surrey, a stone's throw from London's Zone 6
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£12
 / night
Beech Estate Campsite

3. Beech Estate Campsite

97%
(185)
57 units · Tents, Glamping · Battle, England
Tent pitch camping and wild glamping in a Sussex woodland hideaway
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£27
 / night
Dogwood Cottage Campsite

4. Dogwood Cottage Campsite

81%
(24)
11 units · Tents, Motorhomes · Rye, England
Come and meet the chickens and ducks, friendly pygmy goats and miniature shetland pony Dino at Dogwood Camping, a gem in the heart of the East Sussex countryside. We are a small, friendly, family-run campsite set in the High Weald area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, a perfect base from which to explore the beaches, castles, ancient woodlands and towns like Rye, Battle and Hastings. Dogwood is in the pretty village of Brede, and is walking distance from two fine country pubs. We are surrounded by stunning countryside where you can take your dog for a short stroll across the fields or go for a long romp through the woods and valleys. Or just sit and relax, listen to the birds and soak up the peace and quiet. We are fortunate to be in a 'dark sky' area, perfect for long, relaxing summer nights around the campfie, sipping hot chocolate, toasting marshmallows and spotting shooting stars! During the summer our site is a popular spot for families and campers visiting nearby Camber Sands sandy beach and year round we welcome all different types of campervan, motorhome and caravan. We look forward to welcome you to our little slice of paradise. Please note our strict 'no group' policy - we only accept single families, single couple and single campers. No more than 2 adults in any group, even on separate pitches. Please bring your acoustic guitar or similar but, as this is a quiet site, please no radios, stereos or videos unless you're using headphones. The birdsong here is incredible by the way! Very wet weather and winter – please note in the off-season, and if very wet, the camping field is closed to vehicles, replaced instead by semi-hardstanding areas or our summer car-park area. Facilities are open but please be prepared for the vagaries of the weather, leaves, puddles and mud. To change pitch please let us know asap so that we can try if possible to find you another. Apart from the car-park, pitches can get very muddy in prolonged, heavy rain. If you are not prepared for these eventualities please do not book.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£18
 / night
Hook Farm Campsite

5. Hook Farm Campsite

98%
(203)
18 units · Tents · West Sussex, South East England
Blissfully back-to-basics camping in the heart of the West Sussex High Weald
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£12
 / night
Dernwood Farm Wild Camping

6. Dernwood Farm Wild Camping

95%
(65)
17 units · Tents, Glamping · East Sussex, South East England
Camping and glamping in Sussex meadows and woodlands
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£12
 / night
Cattlestone Farm Adult Only

7. Cattlestone Farm Adult Only

97%
(122)
36 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · West Sussex, South East England
Friendly camping and glamping on a Sussex farm, with animals to meet, a pond to swim in, and the South Downs nearby.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£35
 / night
Tomkins Farm

8. Tomkins Farm

96%
(164)
42 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · North Chailey, England
Relaxed camping beside a lake on an East Sussex farm, with alpacas, llamas, and camels
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£18
 / night
Glassenbury Camping

9. Glassenbury Camping

99%
(65)
33 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · Cranbrook, England
Eco camping in the heart of the High Weald and Kent's castle country
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£13
 / night
Wild Boar Wood Campsite

10. Wild Boar Wood Campsite

97%
(68)
9 units · Glamping · Haywards Heath, England
Wild woodland glamping in the heart of Sussex with fires
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from 
£96
 / night
Hale Farm

11. Hale Farm

100%
(152)
38 units · Tents, Glamping · East Sussex, South East England
A family-run, working farm in East Sussex offering spacious, traditional camping with no set pitches
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£14
 / night
Knowler Farm Wild Camping

12. Knowler Farm Wild Camping

100%
(35)
15 units · Tents, Motorhomes · England
We are a family friendly site and have something for everyone! Offering Wild Camping and bespoke and unique Glamping stays! On site Cafe, serving hot and cold food, fresh coffee and delicious homemade cakes. open 7 days a week! Friendly Farm animals including miniture shetland ponies who you can book to spend time with and even take for a walk! Our very own Double Decker bus, hosting bookable weekend toddlers play and craft workshops. On-site Gym- fully kitted out with all the equiptment required for a full holiday workout! Classes and Personal training sessions also available! Bush-Craft, Archery and Forrest School weekend workshops including Den building, woodland crafts and more, delivered by our qualified and friendly staff. Friday night Wood-fired Pizza (available to Pre-Order) Throughout the Summer, we host a variety of events such as Family Festivals, Wellness and Well-being retreats, gig nights and workshops. Check out our socails to see what's coming up next!
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£25
 / night
The Oaks Poultry Farm

13. The Oaks Poultry Farm

100%
(10)
10 units · Tents, Motorhomes · Ditchling, England
Family-friendly summer camping on an East Sussex farm
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£45
 / night
Beau and Bell at South Farm

14. Beau and Bell at South Farm

100%
(23)
10 units · Glamping · Lewes, England
Summer bell tent camping on a South Downs farm in Sussex
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from 
£115
 / night

You’ve probably heard of the White Cliffs of Dover, but there’s an equally spectacular set of white cliffs along the southern shores of Sussex—the Seven Sisters. Marvel at the dramatic chalk cliffs from Seaford Head or Birling Gap, or head down to Cuckmere Haven to view the cliffs from the beach. Hikers can also tackle the 12-mile (4-6 hour) Seven Sisters walk along the cliff-tops, part of the South Downs Way national trail. Campers can pitch their tent in the Seven Sisters Country Park or choose from several campsites within the South Downs National Park.

97% (968) 168 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Seven Sisters

Chalky Downs

1. Chalky Downs

96%
(605)
10 units · Tents, Motorhomes · Brighton, East Sussex, South East England
Traditional tent camping in a stunningly-located South Downs farm, just down the road from buzzing Brighton
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£16
 / night
The Barn KT9

2. The Barn KT9

97%
(271)
22 units · Tents, Glamping · Greater London, South East England
A unique rural campsite in Surrey, a stone's throw from London's Zone 6
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£12
 / night
Beech Estate Campsite

3. Beech Estate Campsite

97%
(185)
57 units · Tents, Glamping · Battle, England
Tent pitch camping and wild glamping in a Sussex woodland hideaway
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£27
 / night
Dogwood Cottage Campsite

4. Dogwood Cottage Campsite

81%
(24)
11 units · Tents, Motorhomes · Rye, England
Come and meet the chickens and ducks, friendly pygmy goats and miniature shetland pony Dino at Dogwood Camping, a gem in the heart of the East Sussex countryside. We are a small, friendly, family-run campsite set in the High Weald area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, a perfect base from which to explore the beaches, castles, ancient woodlands and towns like Rye, Battle and Hastings. Dogwood is in the pretty village of Brede, and is walking distance from two fine country pubs. We are surrounded by stunning countryside where you can take your dog for a short stroll across the fields or go for a long romp through the woods and valleys. Or just sit and relax, listen to the birds and soak up the peace and quiet. We are fortunate to be in a 'dark sky' area, perfect for long, relaxing summer nights around the campfie, sipping hot chocolate, toasting marshmallows and spotting shooting stars! During the summer our site is a popular spot for families and campers visiting nearby Camber Sands sandy beach and year round we welcome all different types of campervan, motorhome and caravan. We look forward to welcome you to our little slice of paradise. Please note our strict 'no group' policy - we only accept single families, single couple and single campers. No more than 2 adults in any group, even on separate pitches. Please bring your acoustic guitar or similar but, as this is a quiet site, please no radios, stereos or videos unless you're using headphones. The birdsong here is incredible by the way! Very wet weather and winter – please note in the off-season, and if very wet, the camping field is closed to vehicles, replaced instead by semi-hardstanding areas or our summer car-park area. Facilities are open but please be prepared for the vagaries of the weather, leaves, puddles and mud. To change pitch please let us know asap so that we can try if possible to find you another. Apart from the car-park, pitches can get very muddy in prolonged, heavy rain. If you are not prepared for these eventualities please do not book.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£18
 / night
Hook Farm Campsite

5. Hook Farm Campsite

98%
(203)
18 units · Tents · West Sussex, South East England
Blissfully back-to-basics camping in the heart of the West Sussex High Weald
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£12
 / night
Dernwood Farm Wild Camping

6. Dernwood Farm Wild Camping

95%
(65)
17 units · Tents, Glamping · East Sussex, South East England
Camping and glamping in Sussex meadows and woodlands
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£12
 / night
Cattlestone Farm Adult Only

7. Cattlestone Farm Adult Only

97%
(122)
36 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · West Sussex, South East England
Friendly camping and glamping on a Sussex farm, with animals to meet, a pond to swim in, and the South Downs nearby.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£35
 / night
Tomkins Farm

8. Tomkins Farm

96%
(164)
42 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · North Chailey, England
Relaxed camping beside a lake on an East Sussex farm, with alpacas, llamas, and camels
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£18
 / night
Glassenbury Camping

9. Glassenbury Camping

99%
(65)
33 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · Cranbrook, England
Eco camping in the heart of the High Weald and Kent's castle country
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£13
 / night
Wild Boar Wood Campsite

10. Wild Boar Wood Campsite

97%
(68)
9 units · Glamping · Haywards Heath, England
Wild woodland glamping in the heart of Sussex with fires
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from 
£96
 / night
Hale Farm

11. Hale Farm

100%
(152)
38 units · Tents, Glamping · East Sussex, South East England
A family-run, working farm in East Sussex offering spacious, traditional camping with no set pitches
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£14
 / night
Knowler Farm Wild Camping

12. Knowler Farm Wild Camping

100%
(35)
15 units · Tents, Motorhomes · England
We are a family friendly site and have something for everyone! Offering Wild Camping and bespoke and unique Glamping stays! On site Cafe, serving hot and cold food, fresh coffee and delicious homemade cakes. open 7 days a week! Friendly Farm animals including miniture shetland ponies who you can book to spend time with and even take for a walk! Our very own Double Decker bus, hosting bookable weekend toddlers play and craft workshops. On-site Gym- fully kitted out with all the equiptment required for a full holiday workout! Classes and Personal training sessions also available! Bush-Craft, Archery and Forrest School weekend workshops including Den building, woodland crafts and more, delivered by our qualified and friendly staff. Friday night Wood-fired Pizza (available to Pre-Order) Throughout the Summer, we host a variety of events such as Family Festivals, Wellness and Well-being retreats, gig nights and workshops. Check out our socails to see what's coming up next!
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£25
 / night
The Oaks Poultry Farm

13. The Oaks Poultry Farm

100%
(10)
10 units · Tents, Motorhomes · Ditchling, England
Family-friendly summer camping on an East Sussex farm
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£45
 / night
Beau and Bell at South Farm

14. Beau and Bell at South Farm

100%
(23)
10 units · Glamping · Lewes, England
Summer bell tent camping on a South Downs farm in Sussex
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from 
£115
 / night

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Family camping in Seven Sisters guide

When to go

Visiting the Seven Sisters is a popular choice for day-trippers from London, and viewpoints can get crowded in July and August. Make an early start to snag a parking spot or opt for a weekday visit out of season to enjoy the views to yourself. Camping at Seven Sisters Country Park is possible from April through October only, but some campsites within the South Downs National Park stay open year-round.

Know before you go

  • The Seven Sisters cliffs are located between Seaford and Eastbourne, along the south coast of Sussex. The main access points are from Seaford to the west, or Birling Gap in the east. Parking is available at both sites.
  • There is a Visitor Centre, restrooms, a café, and paid parking at the Seven Sisters Country Park. From the park, it’s a 3-mile walk or drive to reach the cliffs. 
  • The Seven Sisters Country Park campsite is a walk-in, tent-only ground with toilets, a cold water shower, and drinking water. You’ll need to bring a stove and all other camping gear with you. 
  • The cliff-top walk is exposed, so wear hiking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing. Coastal winds can be strong, so you might want a light jumper even in summer, and choose a hat with a neck strap. 
  • The cliff viewpoint at Birling Gap is wheelchair accessible.

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