Best camping, glamping, and outdoor stays in Lewes
97% (2.3K) • 2,823 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Lewes
Housedean Farm Campsite
1. Housedean Farm Campsite
98%
(108)
4.5km from Lewes · 4 units
Epic views of the South Downs, and a walker’s paradise, hidden sweetly on the South Downs Way
Pets
Campfires
Showers
The Secret Campsite
2. The Secret Campsite
99%
(94)
7.2km from Lewes · 12 units
A not so secret campsite in East Sussex with camping and glamping – and campfires encouraged
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
Chalky Downs
3. Chalky Downs
96%
(609)
7.4km from Lewes · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Traditional tent camping in a stunningly-located South Downs farm, just down the road from buzzing Brighton
Pets
Campfires
Showers
Camping at Tomkins Farm
4. Camping at Tomkins Farm
96%
(175)
9.3km from Lewes · 41 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Relaxed camping beside a lake on an East Sussex farm, with alpacas, llamas, and camels
Pets
Campfires
Showers
Alciston Court Farm
5. Alciston Court Farm
95%
(46)
10km from Lewes · 5 units
A back-to-basics campsite that’s well located at the foot of the South Downs
Pets
Campfires
The Oaks Poultry Farm
6. The Oaks Poultry Farm
100%
(10)
11km from Lewes · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Family-friendly summer camping on an East Sussex farm
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
Scallow Campsite Glamping Pods
7. Scallow Campsite Glamping Pods
93%
(14)
14km from Lewes · 3 units
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
Graywood Canvas Cottages & Hot Tubs
8. Graywood Canvas Cottages & Hot Tubs
100%
(15)
14km from Lewes · 3 units
These super-sized, double-decker yurts on a charming East Sussex farm take glamping to another level.
Showers
Campfires
Hot Tub
Hale Farm
9. Hale Farm
100%
(155)
15km from Lewes · 38 units · Tents, Glamping
A family-run, working farm in East Sussex offering spacious, traditional camping with no set pitches
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
Dernwood Farm Camping & Glamping
10. Dernwood Farm Camping & Glamping
95%
(65)
16km from Lewes · 17 units · Tents, Glamping
Camping and glamping in Sussex meadows and woodlands
Pets
Campfires
Showers
Wild Boar Wood Campsite
11. Wild Boar Wood Campsite
97%
(70)
16km from Lewes · 9 units
Wild woodland glamping in the heart of Sussex with fires
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
Fontmills Farm Campsite
12. Fontmills Farm Campsite
100%
(123)
18km from Lewes · 38 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Family-friendly camping near the Cuckoo Trail, where campfires are permitted and space is guaranteed
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
Foot of the Downs
13. Foot of the Downs
100%
(27)
20km from Lewes · 3 units
Glamping on a family farm in Sussex, just off the South Downs Way and not far from Brighton
Pets
Showers
Campfires
Downsview Vineyard
14. Downsview Vineyard
100%
(55)
21km from Lewes · 4 units
Simple but sophisticated, adults-only bell tent camping on a tiny vineyard with distant views of the South Downs
Pets
Showers
Campfires
The Slips
15. The Slips
91%
(85)
22km from Lewes · 38 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A relaxed, back-to-basics campsite in the West Sussex countryside
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Chanctonbury Corner
16. Chanctonbury Corner
91%
(11)
22km from Lewes · 1 unit · Tent, Motorhome
🌿 Exclusive Use. Wild Camping with Stunning South Downs Views
Escape to nature on our peaceful 9-acre smallholding, set at the end of a private drive with breathtaking views of the South Downs and the iconic Chanctonbury Ring. Just a short walk to the South Downs Way and the local pub, The Bull, famous for its homemade pizzas to eat in or take away. It is dog and family friendly with a large garden.
This is the perfect spot for walkers, cyclists, and anyone craving space and seclusion.
Enjoy exclusive use of the land for the night – it’s just you, the big skies, and the freedom to relax undisturbed.
What’s included:
• 🌄 Exclusive access to 9 acres of open meadow and wild areas
• 🔥 Fire pit with logs provided
• 🚰 Fresh water from outside taps
• 🚶♀️ Walking distance to the South Downs Way
• 🚲 Excellent cycling straight from the gate
• 🍺 Walking distance, 10 mins, to a family and dog friendly country pub
• 🌌 Dark skies for stargazing (watch out for the barn owl at dusk)
• 🐾 Dog-friendly (well-behaved pets welcome)
No crowds, no neighbours – just space to roam, unwind and soak up the views.
Ideal for couples, solo adventurers, small families or anyone seeking peace, nature and total privacy.
Pets
Campfires
Potable water
Hook Farm Campsite
17. Hook Farm Campsite
98%
(210)
22km from Lewes · 13 units
Blissfully back-to-basics camping in the heart of the West Sussex High Weald
Pets
Campfires
Showers
The Sunset Tree
18. The Sunset Tree
96%
(34)
23km from Lewes · 29 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
A sociable, tents-only, pop-up campsite, with a good village pub and playground on the doorstep
Pets
Campfires
Showers
The Field at Findon
19. The Field at Findon
100%
(33)
29km from Lewes · 4 units
Bell tent camping in the South Downs National Park
Showers
Campfires
Beech Estate Campsite
20. Beech Estate Campsite
97%
(193)
31km from Lewes · 52 units · Tents, Glamping
Tent pitch camping and wild glamping in a Sussex woodland hideaway
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Aurimas
13 hours ago
Tent
We loved the campsite and the surrounding forest had a really lovely walk on the trails and had the best sleep I had in a while. Loved it
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Len
2 weeks ago
5 m Class B
With pets
A wonderful weekend family gathering in real countryside with a fabulous vibe of peace and goodwill. Plenty of space, firepits, ice cream, pizza, very special beers, enjoyable showers, and.... we had sunshine!
The campsite team are switched on, welcoming and helpful. We will be back. Thank you all.
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ANGHARAD
3 weeks ago
With kids
Lovely ‘wild Glamping’ set up. Off grid.
Each bell tent was equipped so that all you need to bring is bedding, food and a tea towel.
We stayed on a very hot evening so the tree cover was welcome. Plenty of shade and protected from elements. There is a little field if you want to get out from the woods (and play a little badminton). Bucket shower was great.
I also over stayed by an hour or so (thanks!) and saw just how much effort was put into the cleaning of the cooking equipment etc by the staff who were wonderful.
I did take a camping stove as I wasn’t sure I wanted to cook over a fire during the heatwave but actually I made a fire anyway as it is always fun and could have coped without.
If going in wet weather I would make sure you take decent footwear - that’s all! Thanks for a lovely stay
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Sally
3 weeks ago
Weekend Trip to Foot of the Downs
Lovely pod ,well presented and clean ,beautiful views and only one other pod and a shepherds hut on the sit ,very peaceful and quiet, would happily go back again and recommend to friends and family.
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chris
June 2026
1 m rooftop tent
Superb site… the host was friendly, helpful and polite!
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chris
June 2026
Tent
Very clean and well supplied campsite that I have stayed at twice whilst walking the South Downs way
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Rachel
June 2026
Tent
With kids
Lovely big pitch, great, clean facilities (both compost and flushing loos available), and beautiful tree edged site with a distant soundscape of peacocks! Being able to visit the animals each morning was a real highlight, especially meeting a day old baby goat! Log delivery available each teatime but we missed it one night and the owners were still able to arrange for us to have logs when we texted them. Thank you.
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Becky
May 2026
Tent
With pets
What a superb camping site! We have stayed on lots of sites and this was one of our favourites- huge pitches, clean and plenty of toilets/showers.
The local walks and ideas were fab and I can definitely say that I have never stayed on a site with a camel before!
The owners and staff were all amazing and nothing was too much trouble for them. Thank you for creating a space and experience for all to enjoy!
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Serin
May 2026
Tent
Lovely spot, hosts were accomodating of us when we had some requirements. Will definitely be back!
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Joel
May 2026
5 m campervan
With kids
I loved camping at Tomkin's farm. The site is surrounded by beautiful countryside and there were lots of interesting meadow flowers, insects, birds, and animals to be seen in the area. The llamas, alpacas and bactrian camel were fascinating for the children and the llama behaviour in particular was of deep interest to the girl in our group.
The showers and toilet facilities were in good shape and water was good and hot. Signage for drinking water and women's only toilet could be clearer.
The footpath to the local pub was easy to follow and the pub itself was good.
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Joel
May 2026
Tent
With kids
The campsite is lovely and situated in beautiful countryside. Facilities are good, although signage around the women's only toilet and the drinking water tap, could be better. The showers are very hot, and the one cold shower was very welcome on the hottest days. It was lovely to walk to see the alpacas, llamas and camel - the latter of whom was very sensibly staying in the shade. The walk to the nearest pub is very pleasant!
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Rose
May 2026
Tent
This was a great campsite, they were very friendly. The facilities were basic but clean and functional. The cafe was great and the option of pizzas on Saturday and Sunday night was brilliant. The location was lovely and seeing the alpacas and camels was fantastic.
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Jonathan
May 2026
7 m campervan
Its a really special spot, had a lovely time, you couldn’t get closer to nature, all you can hear is the birds. Great place to get away from the world 🌍
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Cassandra
May 2026
Tent
Lovely facilities and Ruth and Scott are so friendly. The farm is a wonderful added extra and the atmosphere of camp is serene. Would definitely recommend and will be visiting again in the future.
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Roosbeh
May 2026
Tent
Group trip
I stayed at this campsite one night, and overall, it was a really peaceful experience. The site is quiet and truly gives you that immersive outdoor feeling—you really feel like you’re out in nature. You can hear birdsong all around, and there’s no traffic or city noise—just calm. The facilities were also very different; the toilets, in particular, were compost toilets—no smells at all, was a different experience. My only minor downside is that the field itself is pretty steep—so if you’re not a fan of inclines, that might be a concern. But aside from that, it’s a fantastic spot for a quiet night under the stars.
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Laura
May 2026
Tent
We stayed two nights in our tent and loved the peaceful surroundings and beautiful nature. The campsite was very spacious, and the toilets were strategically located so you didn't have to walk far. The same went for the water taps. Finding a flat surface was definitely a challenge, as the whole field is more or less on a slope, which we had expected in advance. The owners/camp staff were very friendly and helpful, and other visitors to the campsite were considerate and quiet after dark. We didn't know it was a 'music-free' campsite, but we didn't mind that at all, and we enjoyed the sounds of nature instead. The showers were a bit of a walk, but they were spacious and had hot water. We also loved that bonfires were allowed and that you could buy logs, kindling, and fire starters on site. The 2 pm check-out time was perfect, as we could enjoy our morning and leave without a rush. We also heard The Cat Inn, which is nearby, has delicious food, but you have to book in advance, which we didn't, so we will need to check it out next time. We will definitely be back!
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Vignesh
May 2026
Tent
With kids
Our second visit to Hale Farm and it was as good as our first. The utilities are always very clean and the water hot. The kids love having a big field to run around and hedgerows to explore. The fire pit is always a big hit!
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Paul
May 2026
Tent
With kids
We were on the valley view pitch which was large and had a great view. It wasn’t too far from the carpark too which was nice. It was also very secluded so we hardly saw any other campers - felt like our own private site! Toilets and showers were clean, the bucket showers were a bit of a novelty. Shop had all the things you forget and the staff were friendly. Wheelbarrows were massive and plentiful.
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Marianne
May 2026
Tent
With pets
Hook farm is a fabulous little gem of a campsite, basic , clean and most importantly it’s quiet . Fabulous place will most definitely be visiting again 😊
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Mausam
April 2026
Tent
Group trip
Was great place near from london away from city life peaceful and view was just amazing host miles was very kind person
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