99% (192) • 55 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near East Sussex
Scallow Campsite Glamping Pods
1. Scallow Campsite Glamping Pods
92%
(13)
3 units · Glamping · East Hoathly, Near Lewes, England
The Glamping site offers three Glamping Pods. Glamping Pod 1 has twin beds while Glamping Pod 2 and 3 have double beds. The Pods are furnished with beds, side tables, table and chairs with hanging space for clothes and coats. The site is level and surrounded by a well managed copse adjoining the road with wild flowers and resplendent with bluebells in the Spring. We are proud to have been awarded Campsite of the Year East Sussex for 2021/22 by CorporateLiveWire Prestige Awards.
Showers
Campfires
Wifi
from
£90
/ night
Beech Estate Campsite
2. 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
Dernwood Farm Wild Camping
3. 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
Hastingford Fishery Glamping
4. 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.
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£99
/ night
Oak Valley Lodges & Camping
5. Oak Valley Lodges & Camping
100%
(14)
32 units · Tents · England
At Oak Valley Campsite, simplicity and space are part of the charm. Tucked among ancient oaks in the gentle countryside of Pett, East Sussex, this peaceful spot is all about traditional camping.
Pitches are generous, grassy, and flat – ideal for tents and campers who like room to breathe. There are hot showers, proper loos, and fresh water on tap. At night, toast marshmallows around a hired fire pit, watch the stars, and enjoy the quiet.
Explore local walks, pop down to Winchelsea Beach, or lose a few hours in the pretty streets of Rye, just 15 minutes away.
Need to know:
- No electric hook-up
- Family-friendly & dog-friendly
- Fire pits and logs available
- Check-in from 2 pm
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£23
/ night
Fontmills Farm Campsite
6. Fontmills Farm Campsite
100%
(122)
40 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · East Sussex, South East England
Family-friendly camping near the Cuckoo Trail, where campfires are permitted and space is guaranteed
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from
£14
/ night
Graywood Canvas Cottages & Hot Tubs
7. Graywood Canvas Cottages & Hot Tubs
100%
(15)
4 units · Glamping · Lewes, England
These super-sized, double-decker yurts on a charming East Sussex farm take glamping to another level.
Showers
Campfires
Hot Tub
from
£249
/ night
Pondside Glamping
8. Pondside Glamping
100%
(2)
1 unit · Tent · England
We have a small friendly site with 5 fully furnished bell tents. Alternatively we can offer unfurnished bell tents for your stay.
A stones throw from 2 lovely pubs/restaurants.
Mains plumbed toilets and gas powered hot showers. Kitchen area. BBQ/Fire Pit
Book a night in the great outdoors or book the whole site!!!
Great location for towns, beaches all within a ten minute drive.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£68
/ night
Secluded AONB group glamping
9. Secluded AONB group glamping
100%
(5)
1 unit · Glamping · Battle, England
Babylon Woods is made up of 90 acres of unspoilt countryside, most of which is ancient woodlands. Our glamping site is located in a 19 Acre field which is exclusively yours, not another soul (certainly no other campers) will disturb you apart from the odd rabbit or dear! The south coast is only 10 mins away with all kinds of water activities and hikes to enjoy. On site you have plenty of woodland walks to explore and if you are a fan of English Wine, we are slap bang in the middle of wine country with numerous vineyards to explore locally.
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£207
/ night
99% (192) • 55 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near East Sussex
Scallow Campsite Glamping Pods
1. Scallow Campsite Glamping Pods
92%
(13)
3 units · Glamping · East Hoathly, Near Lewes, England
The Glamping site offers three Glamping Pods. Glamping Pod 1 has twin beds while Glamping Pod 2 and 3 have double beds. The Pods are furnished with beds, side tables, table and chairs with hanging space for clothes and coats. The site is level and surrounded by a well managed copse adjoining the road with wild flowers and resplendent with bluebells in the Spring. We are proud to have been awarded Campsite of the Year East Sussex for 2021/22 by CorporateLiveWire Prestige Awards.
Showers
Campfires
Wifi
from
£90
/ night
Beech Estate Campsite
2. 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
Dernwood Farm Wild Camping
3. 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
Hastingford Fishery Glamping
4. 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.
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£99
/ night
Oak Valley Lodges & Camping
5. Oak Valley Lodges & Camping
100%
(14)
32 units · Tents · England
At Oak Valley Campsite, simplicity and space are part of the charm. Tucked among ancient oaks in the gentle countryside of Pett, East Sussex, this peaceful spot is all about traditional camping.
Pitches are generous, grassy, and flat – ideal for tents and campers who like room to breathe. There are hot showers, proper loos, and fresh water on tap. At night, toast marshmallows around a hired fire pit, watch the stars, and enjoy the quiet.
Explore local walks, pop down to Winchelsea Beach, or lose a few hours in the pretty streets of Rye, just 15 minutes away.
Need to know:
- No electric hook-up
- Family-friendly & dog-friendly
- Fire pits and logs available
- Check-in from 2 pm
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£23
/ night
Fontmills Farm Campsite
6. Fontmills Farm Campsite
100%
(122)
40 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · East Sussex, South East England
Family-friendly camping near the Cuckoo Trail, where campfires are permitted and space is guaranteed
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from
£14
/ night
Graywood Canvas Cottages & Hot Tubs
7. Graywood Canvas Cottages & Hot Tubs
100%
(15)
4 units · Glamping · Lewes, England
These super-sized, double-decker yurts on a charming East Sussex farm take glamping to another level.
Showers
Campfires
Hot Tub
from
£249
/ night
Pondside Glamping
8. Pondside Glamping
100%
(2)
1 unit · Tent · England
We have a small friendly site with 5 fully furnished bell tents. Alternatively we can offer unfurnished bell tents for your stay.
A stones throw from 2 lovely pubs/restaurants.
Mains plumbed toilets and gas powered hot showers. Kitchen area. BBQ/Fire Pit
Book a night in the great outdoors or book the whole site!!!
Great location for towns, beaches all within a ten minute drive.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£68
/ night
Secluded AONB group glamping
9. Secluded AONB group glamping
100%
(5)
1 unit · Glamping · Battle, England
Babylon Woods is made up of 90 acres of unspoilt countryside, most of which is ancient woodlands. Our glamping site is located in a 19 Acre field which is exclusively yours, not another soul (certainly no other campers) will disturb you apart from the odd rabbit or dear! The south coast is only 10 mins away with all kinds of water activities and hikes to enjoy. On site you have plenty of woodland walks to explore and if you are a fan of English Wine, we are slap bang in the middle of wine country with numerous vineyards to explore locally.
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£207
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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daniel
September 2025
Weekend Trip to Hastingford Fishery Glamping
A wonderful host, a stunning view, birds everywhere, my first view of a kingfisher in my 56 years of life, every comfort and a lovely lake just in front with a whole assortment of ducks. Just wonderful.
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Gavin
September 2025
Tent
With pets
Lovely peaceful site near to Rye and Winchelsea. Plenty of options for tents. Fire pits and wood available. Good clean toilets with two cosy showers. Friendly owner.
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Charlie
August 2025
Tent
Group trip
What a brilliant site to camp on, we had a great time over the weekend!
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J M
August 2025
Tent
With kids
Lovely sheltered meadow with 6 or 7 bell tents nicely spaced out. You can have basic or comfort tent and a variety of extras can be provided by Kelly on request.
Excellent shower/loo facilities cleverly sited in a converted horsebox beside a little kitchen area - all with loads of instant hot water.
Each tent has its own area for dining/camp fires but there is also a communal campfire and bbq.
Set in the heart of the countryside but within a 5/10 min drive of some pubs, Hastings and the coast, with something for everyone in the surrounding area.
We loved it!! Signed 'young at heart' Granny, daughter + 4 grandchildren.
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Wesley Stuart
August 2025
Tent
Very hilly but this was a great thing for us as it’s adds to the privacy you have from other campers. Showers were great but toilets needed some work (a couple of the doors were broken).
Huge woods surrounding the campsite for lovely walks. Would definitely recommend.
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Vivien
August 2025
Tent
With pets
We had a really nice stay at Charles’s campsite. It was well organised with facilities for showering, proper flushing toilets and washing dishes as well as access to a fridge. We rented a fire pit and logs which makes the camping experience even better. It was a relaxed campsite with kids able to run around and make friends. We would stay here again.
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Kieran
August 2025
Tent
With pets
Our second time here, we love the space, great facilities with clean toilets and showers, a huge fridge to store any food/drinks in. We were lucky to have some great people around us also staying there and plenty of place for the kids to run around and play. Extra bonus now it is dog friendly! The sky at night is so clear, I sat and watched the stars for hours with a fire pit cackling. We will be back again next year.
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Josh
August 2025
Tent
It’s one of the best camp sites I’ve been to and the pitches are in the woods, make a nice change from sitting in someone’s field, plus good shade when it’s hot.
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Anna
August 2025
With pets
Stunning location! The view was fantastic and there was some lovely walking routes around to local landmarks and pubs. The hut was great, plenty of storage and well equipped with everything you need.
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Lore
August 2025
Weekend Trip to Hastingford Fishery Glamping
Amazing shepherds hut with outstanding views of the surrounding area and lake. The hut itself was immaculately clean and has all you need within. Mark and Geraldine are really lovely! So helpful and kind.
We will definitely be returning!
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Rachel
August 2025
Tent
Great campsite - toilets and showers were great, clean, large and hot water. Comfortable tent, it was huge! And then mattress was really comfortable. All the facilities couldn’t fault. Would definitely recommend this campsite
Only negative is that it could be easier to find as not on google maps.
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Karolina
August 2025
Tent
Group trip
Great place, very spacious, nicely located, and well organised.
We will be back! Thank you!
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Jennifer
August 2025
Tent
Lots of places to pitch and plenty of space. Facilities were clean. Lots of info pre arrival and a friendly welcome. Would recommend and would like to visit again.
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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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Paris
August 2025
Tent
With kids
I loved the place, green everywhere and amazingly clean facilities. My kids and I loved everything.
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Cami
July 2025
Tent
It was beautiful! Plenty of space to choose, just bare in mind only two showers and toilets per gender so if busy you might need to wait. Overall great experience and will recommend
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Damir
July 2025
Tent
With pets
We had a great time here. The facilities were faultless and there was a great variety of places to pitch your tent. It is quite hilly and finding a flat pitch isn’t the easiest, but it did mean the views were nice and each area felt secluded.
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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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Asa
July 2025
2 nights at Beech Estate Campsite
Everything we wanted it to be. A wonderful peaceful place. We will 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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Perhaps that’s why it’s one of the UK’s top camping destinations, home to some of the nation’s best camping and glamping sites. It’s within easy reach of London and yet has miles of beautiful countryside including parts of the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and a large chunk of the South Downs National Park. There are quaint villages and market towns as well as the bright lights of boho Brighton, Hastings and Eastbourne. It’s a county steeped in history with castles, forts and ruins to visit, as well as a string of beaches and family-friendly attractions. Our selection of campsites includes the best places to pitch your tent or park up your caravan, as well as a collection of quirky glamping sites.