Dog-friendly camping in East Sussex

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Camping with pets in East Sussex is straightforward, with over 330 sites that welcome four-legged explorers. Expect everything from woodlands to sweeping downs, with spots that put you close to hiking trails, rivers for wild swimming, and places to try horseback riding. Many sites offer showers and let you light a campfire—simple comforts after a day outdoors. Prices start at just £12 a night, with the average around £90, so there’s something for every budget. Local favourites include Chalky Downs (241 reviews), where you get big skies and easy walks, Tomkins Farm (87 reviews) for a friendly vibe, and Housedean Farm Campsite (44 reviews) right on the South Downs Way. Rubbish bins and facilities are standard, so you can focus on the good stuff—exploring and relaxing with your dog.

95% (608) 76 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near East Sussex

Willow Wood Off-Grid Cabin

1. Willow Wood Off-Grid Cabin

83%
(3)
England · 1 unit
Escape the noise and settle into meadow views at Willow Wood. This cosy off-grid cabin sits in open countryside with panoramic views from the bed and zero light pollution - perfect for stargazing on clear nights. Fully off-grid but thoughtfully equipped with: King-size bed Hot shower Full kitchen Wood-burning stove Dog friendly, with open space to explore. Walk 1km to The Six Bells pub for a proper pint, visit the Gun Tap Room & Brewery (3km), or drive 30 minutes to the dramatic cliffs of Beachy Head and the Seven Sisters coastal walk. Simple, peaceful countryside living.
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from 
£102
 / night
Barefoot yurts and Safari Tent

2. Barefoot yurts and Safari Tent

100%
(2)
Rye, England · 2 units
A unique self catering holiday 
 in an area of outstanding beauty Near Rye in East Sussex Escape to the peace and tranquility of the secluded countryside We offer a magical experience where you will connect with nature and fully relax. No neighbours, total privacy and uninterrupted views of the Brede valley. We feel very lucky to live in such a beautiful location where we are surrounded by exceptional natural beauty. Your experience at Barefoot yurts and Barefoot safari tent will be one that you never forget and be a place you want to come back to again and again, as so many of our guests do. We very much look forward to welcoming you. When you book our self catering Yurts or Our Safari tent you will have the whole site to yourselves. Both are in very private separate locations. Barefoot yurts has been a family business since 2009 Barefoot Yurts has 2 yurts booked together. One a bedroom and the other a sitting room that has sofa beds. There is a log cabin kitchen and shower room which is fully fitted and equipped for most cooking needs with electricity. The compost loo is next to the kitchen exclusive to the yurt guests. Barefoot safari tent is for 2 adults only. All under one roof is the kitchen, bedroom and bathroom. Off Grid.
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from 
£112
 / night
Pondside Glamping

3. Pondside Glamping

100%
(2)
England · 1 unit
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.
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£68
 / night
Wyldewood Retreat

4. Wyldewood Retreat

100%
(9)
Horam, England · 1 unit
An exclusive-hire glamping site for six people in a Sussex woodland
Showers
Campfires
Hot Tub
from 
£650
 / night

Camping with pets in East Sussex is straightforward, with over 330 sites that welcome four-legged explorers. Expect everything from woodlands to sweeping downs, with spots that put you close to hiking trails, rivers for wild swimming, and places to try horseback riding. Many sites offer showers and let you light a campfire—simple comforts after a day outdoors. Prices start at just £12 a night, with the average around £90, so there’s something for every budget. Local favourites include Chalky Downs (241 reviews), where you get big skies and easy walks, Tomkins Farm (87 reviews) for a friendly vibe, and Housedean Farm Campsite (44 reviews) right on the South Downs Way. Rubbish bins and facilities are standard, so you can focus on the good stuff—exploring and relaxing with your dog.

95% (608) 76 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near East Sussex

Willow Wood Off-Grid Cabin

1. Willow Wood Off-Grid Cabin

83%
(3)
England · 1 unit
Escape the noise and settle into meadow views at Willow Wood. This cosy off-grid cabin sits in open countryside with panoramic views from the bed and zero light pollution - perfect for stargazing on clear nights. Fully off-grid but thoughtfully equipped with: King-size bed Hot shower Full kitchen Wood-burning stove Dog friendly, with open space to explore. Walk 1km to The Six Bells pub for a proper pint, visit the Gun Tap Room & Brewery (3km), or drive 30 minutes to the dramatic cliffs of Beachy Head and the Seven Sisters coastal walk. Simple, peaceful countryside living.
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from 
£102
 / night
Barefoot yurts and Safari Tent

2. Barefoot yurts and Safari Tent

100%
(2)
Rye, England · 2 units
A unique self catering holiday 
 in an area of outstanding beauty Near Rye in East Sussex Escape to the peace and tranquility of the secluded countryside We offer a magical experience where you will connect with nature and fully relax. No neighbours, total privacy and uninterrupted views of the Brede valley. We feel very lucky to live in such a beautiful location where we are surrounded by exceptional natural beauty. Your experience at Barefoot yurts and Barefoot safari tent will be one that you never forget and be a place you want to come back to again and again, as so many of our guests do. We very much look forward to welcoming you. When you book our self catering Yurts or Our Safari tent you will have the whole site to yourselves. Both are in very private separate locations. Barefoot yurts has been a family business since 2009 Barefoot Yurts has 2 yurts booked together. One a bedroom and the other a sitting room that has sofa beds. There is a log cabin kitchen and shower room which is fully fitted and equipped for most cooking needs with electricity. The compost loo is next to the kitchen exclusive to the yurt guests. Barefoot safari tent is for 2 adults only. All under one roof is the kitchen, bedroom and bathroom. Off Grid.
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from 
£112
 / night
Pondside Glamping

3. Pondside Glamping

100%
(2)
England · 1 unit
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.
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£68
 / night
Wyldewood Retreat

4. Wyldewood Retreat

100%
(9)
Horam, England · 1 unit
An exclusive-hire glamping site for six people in a Sussex woodland
Showers
Campfires
Hot Tub
from 
£650
 / night

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