Riverside camping near Brighton

Big city culture meets bohemian beach town at this South Coast resort.

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István Ferenc

2 weeks ago

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1 night at The Meadow @ Waples Mill

Beautiful place with a remarkable host. I loved every minute.

Weekend Trip to The Old Airfield

Last minute booking, very accomodating. Stayed on adults only side of airfield. Very quiet. Great addition to be able to hire firepit and wood. Will be back again

Weekend Trip to Daisy May’s Farm

We had a great stay at Daisy May’s farm, met some other lovely families while we enjoyed our first camping trip as a family. Welcoming staff and friendly atmosphere. Lovely time seeing all the animals.

Weekend Trip to Daisy May’s Farm

My family had a great time camping at daisy May's farm, this was our first visit and our first time camping. We loved that we could pitch up where we wanted and the fact there was proper toilets and a shower. the staff were all so lovely, they really engaged with the children particularly the young girl with the horses who kept them occupied for hours and hours. I saw another young man help a family setting up their tent he seemed to have such a great attitude and all staff answered any questions we had about animals or activities. My family all loved spending time with the animals the play area was also a big hit. I can not recommend this place enough and we will be returning in the summer holidays!

Weekend Trip to Otter Channel Campsite

We had a great time at Otter Camp. It was a very chilled out camp, with the pitches all nicely spread out. Sarah was very friendly and helpful.

Weekend Trip to Otter Channel Campsite

Lovely campsite. Beautiful spot. Lovely river nearby. Katie was responsive to questions and helpful.

Weekend Trip to Otter Channel Campsite

Katie runs a lovely peaceful, quiet and clean campsite. We had a remarkable stay there and enjoyed the use of the river, log burner and the convenient little shop which has essential items. Getting away from the rat race, this is the place to go!

7 nights at Farrs Meadow

We loved it. The meadow is beautiful and during our week in May we awoke to the sound of cookoos every morning - joy. We were in the smaller Yurt which was really warm and comfortable. David was really available and bought us wood for the fire when we needed. Classic camping and a wonderful escape from the city! Thanks David.

Weekend Trip to Wonderland Festival Retreat

Lovely location. Comfortable and host easy to contact.

Weekend Trip to The Old Airfield

Great camp site ..lovely hot powerful showers and clean toilets. Perfect location to the beach and the beautiful walks of the new forest. Great atmosphere and very helpful staff will definitely be back 💝🙏

Weekend Trip to The Barn KT9

Just had the most incredible overnight bivvy experience at KT9 Barn – a true haven for anyone bikepacking or wild camping near London. From the moment I reached out, Charlie’s communication was faultless – warm, welcoming, and full of useful details to make the most of the stay. You instantly get the sense that he genuinely cares about the experience you’re going to have. Already planning my next stay.

Nice camp on a nice site. Facilities worked well highly recommend

3 nights at Otter Channel Campsite

Great camp site Quiet and close to the river We had a lovely stay Will definitely be back

Charley

3 weeks ago

3 nights at The Nut Plat Retreat

Had a brilliant time! Would highly recommend to a couple wanting to get away from it all. We loved our stay and will definitely go back

Weekend Trip to Hale Farm

Lovely spot for camping! Great facilities and very welcoming hosts. The kids loved wandering around the farm each morning. Also recommend a walk to The Gun Brewery 👌

Weekend Trip to Otter Channel Campsite

Otter channel campsite was super lovely. Katie was so helpful and we loved the set up! Highly recommend.

Weekend Trip to The Barn KT9

Lovely small campsite. Great facilities - wonderful showers and a cafe serving fab food and coffee. Loved it.

Weekend Trip to Nordic Glamping at Botswicky

Beautiful place, very friendly and helpful hosts. Lovely little village nearby (walking distance) and loads of nature to enjoy. 5 stars. Will come back for sure!

Weekend Trip to Otter Channel Campsite

My husband and I camped with our little dog at the Otter Channel Campsite - it was fantastic! The nature sounds are incredibly soothing, waking up to some light rain fall and the chirping of birds was so lovely to snooze to. The added touch of arranging a fire pit and wood pre arrival is brilliant and so easy! Having the accessibility of bringing a large drinking water container (provided by the host) to your site is also super convenient! If you're wanting a beautiful getaway with your dog - this is the perfect option! Lots of lovely walks, 20 minute drive to the beach, and the campsite is small so your dog can have a little roam.

Angie

3 weeks ago

Weekend Trip to Wonderland Festival Retreat

Idealic, country retreat . Our dome had all the comforts of home, and we loved the hot tub. Katherine was delightful and offered to cook our pizzas when we said we we're going to try and cook them on the BBQ. It was just what my sister in law and I needed.

12 top river, stream, or creek campsites near Brighton

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The Barn KT9

22 units · Glamping, Tents3 acres · Greater London, South East England

A unique rural campsite in Surrey, a stone's throw from London's Zone 6

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Daisy May’s Farm

10 units · Motorhomes, Tents20 acres · Bishop's Stortford, England

Our pop up campsite is set in 20 acres on a not for profit community farm. Come and join us in the great outdoors! Help collect the eggs, feed the chickens and milk the goat! There is always lots going on at Daisy May’s Farm! Children’s play areas, paddle stream, woodland walks and lots more! PITCH FEE INCLUDES ENTRY TO THE FARM & ALL ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS! Open 7 days a week. Coffee Cabin and Ollie’s Food Hut also serving hot food (Weekends & school holiday 10-3pm) Local pub - 5 mins walk Golf Course (crazy golf, top golf, 9 hole course, bar and food) - 5 mins walk Shop/post office/chip shop - 10 mins walk Toilets & shower ; hot gas shower available but we are a basic wild, mostly off grid site. No concrete heated toilet blocks I’m afraid! (Showers unavailable in Winter months) There will be mud. Bring your wellies! Drinking water and bins available. Bring a torch for walking around the site at night. The site is off grid and the toilet lights are solar operated! CARAVANS - ONLY BOOKABLE MAY - SEPTEMBERTENTS - CAMPER VANS - MOTORHOMES WELCOME ALL YEAR (all pitches are the same. No need to specify which type of unit you are booking) We look forwards to welcoming you soon!

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Radcot Leisure on Thames

50 units · Glamping, Tents1 acre · Oxfordshire, South East England

A Thames’ island campsite in the Oxfordshire countryside – with a lovely pub just over the bridge

The Baker's Hut

1 unit · Glamping5 acres · Ashurst, England

A shepherd’s hut hideaway for two in rural Sussex

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Riverside Farm experience camp fire

28 units · Glamping, Tents60 acres · England

Wild farm camping in an idyllic 60 acre grade 1 listed country estate conservation farm and pleasure grounds in central Hertford. Large meadow pitches with fire pits next to the river and ancient woodlands. Stunning valley views. Paddle swim boat fish in our crystal clear chalk streams , explore our woodland areas , with hammocks swings and huge 1960s army parachute shelter. Loads of fun with friendly lambs, piglets, donkeys and mini cows to pet and feed. Your stay includes a farm tour with farmer Morag and the team. Seasonal activities such as arts and crafts are available, plus play areas, with zip wire, fishing, boats, swimming and paddling in our crystal clear chalk stream. We have 60 acres of grade 1 listed farmland, woodlands, a canal, river and meadows to explore. We are 5 minutes from Hertford north train station which has trains every 35 mins to Central London. Close to all the amazing activities, museums, bars, restaurants and shops of historic Hertford. Close to Hertfordshire Zoo, Harry Potter World, and loads of attractions.

The Old Airfield

114 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents30 acres · Hampshire, South East England

A New Forest airfield that's been overtaken by nature, less than 10 minutes' drive from the coast

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The Slips

39 units · Motorhomes, Tents4 acres · Henfield, England

A relaxed, back-to-basics campsite in the West Sussex countryside

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The Hop Farm

50 units · Motorhomes, Tents500 acres · Brenchley, England

The Hop Farm is set in 500 acres of unspoilt Kent countryside, known as the Garden of England. Flat grass fields and surrounded by private woodland and also fields abut the River Medway, ideal for paddleboarding and kayaking. Campers have access to newly refurbished facilities, state of the art showers, toilets and washing facilities. Raised BBQ's and raised firepits are permitted - we also rent these out (subject to availability). It's the ideal location for a peaceful escape with endless skies providing memorable sunsets and stars unhindered by artificial light. SITE RULES: Admission is only permitted after registering at reception. At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over. Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians. Group bookings of 6 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted). No hen/stag parties permitted. Single-sex bookings of 4 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted.

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Farrs Meadow

31 units · Glamping, Tents7 acres · Dorset, South West England

A charming Dorset campsite overlooking the Stour Valley and a short walk from both the river and the market town of Wimborne Minster

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Otter Channel Campsite

18 units · Tents3 acres · East Sussex, South East England

Spacious, nature-friendly camping with campfires on the banks of the River Rother

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Hale Farm

38 units · Glamping, Tents56 acres · East Sussex, South East England

A family-run, working farm in East Sussex offering spacious, traditional camping with no set pitches

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The Nut Plat Retreat

3 units · Glamping1 acre · Kent, South East England

Antique living wagons on the banks of the River Bourne, with a charming orchard setting, a pub down the lane and a history unlike anywhere else

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Stone Pit Meadows

5 units · Glamping12 acres · Sandhurst, England

Bell tent and shepherd's hut glamping in a wild and luscious space, 5 minutes from Bodiam Castle.

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Stud Farm

1 unit · Glamping25 acres · Brockenhurst, England

A shepherd’s hut on a traditional New Forest farm

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Camping By The River

2 units · Glamping3 acres · Abingdon, England

Join us in our luxury, fully kitted-out bell tents on our secluded off grid campsite. With just two bell tents (each tent sleeping 6), you can enjoy unrestricted views of the river Thames or perhaps explore the adjacent woodland. If you book both tents you have over 3 acres to stay in with exclusive use for your group.

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Oaksbrook Retreat

2 units · Glamping1 acre · Messing, England

Adults-only glamping on an equine smallholding in Essex.

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Riverside camping near Brighton guide

Overview

Welcome to Hipcamp! If you're looking to camp near Brighton, England and want to be by the river, we've got you covered. With over 1,100 options in this area that cater to river lovers like you, you're sure to find the perfect spot. Whether you're into hiking, boating, or exploring historic sites, there's something for everyone. Some of our top campsites near Brighton, England with river access include Otter Channel Campsite with 45 reviews, The Barn KT9 with 31 reviews, and Radcot Leisure on Thames with 32 reviews. Plus, you'll find popular facilities like showers, potable water, and pet-friendly options. So pack your gear and get ready for an unforgettable camping experience!