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Campsites near Newhaven
98% (2K) • 2,468 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Newhaven
Alciston Court Farm
1. Alciston Court Farm
95%
(42)
7.1km from Newhaven · 5 units
A back-to-basics campsite that’s well located at the foot of the South Downs
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Chalky Downs
2. Chalky Downs
96%
(605)
11km from Newhaven · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Traditional tent camping in a stunningly-located South Downs farm, just down the road from buzzing Brighton
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Housedean Farm Campsite
3. Housedean Farm Campsite
98%
(102)
11km from Newhaven · 4 units
Epic views of the South Downs, and a walker’s paradise, hidden sweetly on the South Downs Way
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The Secret Campsite
4. The Secret Campsite
99%
(91)
17km from Newhaven · 17 units · Tents, Glamping
A not so secret campsite in East Sussex with camping and glamping – and campfires encouraged
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Hale Farm
5. Hale Farm
100%
(152)
17km from Newhaven · 38 units · Tents, Glamping
A family-run, working farm in East Sussex offering spacious, traditional camping with no set pitches
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Graywood Canvas Cottages & Hot Tubs
6. Graywood Canvas Cottages & Hot Tubs
100%
(15)
18km from Newhaven · 3 units
These super-sized, double-decker yurts on a charming East Sussex farm take glamping to another level.
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Hot Tub
Scallow Campsite Glamping Pods
7. Scallow Campsite Glamping Pods
93%
(14)
18km from Newhaven · 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.
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Tomkins Farm
8. Tomkins Farm
96%
(167)
18km from Newhaven · 41 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Relaxed camping beside a lake on an East Sussex farm, with alpacas, llamas, and camels
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Fontmills Farm Campsite
9. Fontmills Farm Campsite
100%
(122)
19km from Newhaven · 38 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Family-friendly camping near the Cuckoo Trail, where campfires are permitted and space is guaranteed
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Dernwood Farm Camping & Glamping
10. Dernwood Farm Camping & Glamping
95%
(65)
19km from Newhaven · 17 units · Tents, Glamping
Camping and glamping in Sussex meadows and woodlands
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Earth Camp
11. Earth Camp
90%
(34)
19km from Newhaven · 32 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
We are a small, family run, eco-friendly campsite in Chailey, set in a peaceful pocket of Sussex countryside.
Our uniqueness includes therapies offered on site, including massage, reiki and pellowah; our classes run on site, including yoga, and gong baths; the wide range of outdoor games we can provide; and our commitment to making your camping experience as pleasurable as possible. We also have a fantastic wood-fired sauna all day on Saturdays, a delicious pizza oven on Saturday evenings, and a coffee truck on weekend mornings!
We allow campfires and dogs, and for those who seek a little luxury in camping, we have spacious hot showers. We also have a number of beautiful Bell Tents available to hire, which we will put up for you prior to your arrival (min 2 nights).
Look our for our special weekends, including Star Parties, Yoga Retreats, Singing Circles and Wellness Weekends. We also have delicious wood-fired pizzas on Saturday evenings, and an artisan coffee trucks with superb pastries on weekend mornings 8-10am.
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The Oaks Poultry Farm
12. The Oaks Poultry Farm
100%
(10)
20km from Newhaven · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Family-friendly summer camping on an East Sussex farm
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Foot of the Downs
13. Foot of the Downs
100%
(26)
25km from Newhaven · 3 units
Glamping on a family farm in Sussex, just off the South Downs Way and not far from Brighton
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Wild Boar Wood Campsite
14. Wild Boar Wood Campsite
97%
(68)
25km from Newhaven · 9 units
Wild woodland glamping in the heart of Sussex with fires
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Downsview Vineyard
15. Downsview Vineyard
100%
(55)
27km from Newhaven · 4 units
Simple but sophisticated, adults-only bell tent camping on a tiny vineyard with distant views of the South Downs
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Beech Estate Campsite
16. Beech Estate Campsite
97%
(188)
31km from Newhaven · 52 units · Tents, Glamping
Tent pitch camping and wild glamping in a Sussex woodland hideaway
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Hook Farm Campsite
17. Hook Farm Campsite
98%
(203)
32km from Newhaven · 13 units
Blissfully back-to-basics camping in the heart of the West Sussex High Weald
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The Sunset Tree
18. The Sunset Tree
96%
(34)
32km from Newhaven · 29 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
A sociable, tents-only, pop-up campsite, with a good village pub and playground on the doorstep
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The Field at Findon
19. The Field at Findon
100%
(33)
34km from Newhaven · 4 units
Bell tent camping in the South Downs National Park
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Battle Pods & Bells
20. Battle Pods & Bells
100%
(13)
35km from Newhaven · 10 units
Off grid bell tents and pods in a woodland just outside Battle
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Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Stuart
4 days ago
Tent
Great site with good facilities that were clean and worked well. The team were great to talk to as well, offering advice to make the most of our stay and swap stories with.
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Sophie
2 weeks ago
Tent
With pets
Great campsite. Peaceful, we had delicious food from the local pub too. Host very friendly.
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Samantha
3 weeks ago
Tent
Lovely clean toilets & showers.Handy small shop.A welcome stop after a long day on The South Downs Way!
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Harry
3 weeks ago
Tent
We had a great trip, and Miles makes sure you have a space all to yourself!
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Joe
3 weeks ago
5 m campervan
Great site, staff so friendly and helpful.
Surrounding area is pretty, lovely being able to see the farm animals.
Thanks for a great time!
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Grace
3 weeks ago
Weekend Trip to Foot of the Downs
My husband and I had a fantastic bank holiday weekend here! It was a well needed glamping retreat in a quiet peaceful area. The nightingale hut was lovely with beautiful views of the countryside. Everything was clean and well maintained and I would definitely recommend it. Angela was very friendly and helpful too!
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Abigail
3 weeks ago
Tent
The hosts were amazing. Really helpful. The small shop on site had so much. There were plugs, a fridge and a kettle on site. Which we didn’t know so they were all lovely to discover. The showers were clean as were the toilets. Each pitch comes with its own fire pit.
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Bethany
March 2026
Tent
It was a beautiful spot and I would like to return again in the summer months
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Batman
December 2025
Weekend Trip to Foot of the Downs
Me and my partner stayed at Skylark pod and it was very nice, lovely scenic getaway for our anniversary. The bed was comfy and the shower was very good. The only issue was there was quite a lot of dust cobwebs around so it wasn’t as clean as we expected. The sofa is also very uncomfortable. Would recommend though.
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Maz
October 2025
Tent
Lovely campsite. Welcoming hosts, nice toilets and showers, fridge and freezer available, and a kettle! We had a great stay here
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Alan
September 2025
Tent
Really quiet, toilets and showers clean and tidy. Definitely be going back!
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Paul
September 2025
4 m Class B
With pets
Our host was very friendly and helpful. Facilities were fine, clean and tidy. You will probably need some ramps if you want to be completely level but wasn’t a problem for us.
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István Ferenc
September 2025
Tent
Perfect place. I loved the small woods. Highly recommend
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Nina
September 2025
Tent
Me and my partner stayed at Chalky downs for 2 nights for a little get away ✨. Sharen’s land is beautiful, everyone is so friendly and we even got to order a sausage bacon and egg bap with tea and coffee in the morning! ☀️. We went into Brighton town for a bit of shopping and to see the sea, only a 14 minute drive and we parked in the station car park 👏🏼. Would 100% recommend and will definitely be going back! Thank you so much. 🫶🏼
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Emmie
September 2025
Tent
Views were gorgeous, spots were well laid out. Encourages a friendly, welcoming atmosphere, everyone we came across was lovely. Toilets were lovely which we were not expecting!! So many great features to this campsite including the little shop. Has everything you could need. Absolutely loved it.
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Alan
September 2025
Tent
With kids
Lovely time once again at Hook Farm. Can't recommend this site enough
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Chloe
September 2025
Tent
Excellent facilities, very generous pitch sizes and a great location. 10/10
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Alexander
September 2025
With kids
It was great for my first trip with my son 11. Everything was exactly as advertised and more. Will definitely be returning next year and will certainly explore more of the 460acres of stunning woodland.
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Elizabeth
August 2025
Tent
The campsite was lovely, huge with nice compost loos and you could camp anywhere. Fires were welcomed and the hot showers were great too.
However, the site wasn’t very flat, so you had to pick a good spot.
It also seems like the site is only weekends which is a lot of effort to get setup for only two nights! If we could camp for longer we’d definitely be back as we loved it!
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Bob
August 2025
3 m Class B
Friendly welcome. Good space. Hot water in wash up and showers. Weather changed so I baled one day early so didn't get to try their Saturday night pizzas which sounded fab!
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Where to go
Sussex Coast
Neighboring Brighton is just a 30-minute drive, famous for its street art, shopping boutiques, and LGBTQ community—sampling the nightlife is a must. East of Newhaven, head to Eastbourne to swim, kayak, or stand-up paddleboard along the long sandy beach, or visit Hastings to explore the medieval castle ruins right by the seafront. Summer is the most popular time for seaside camping, or visit out of season to enjoy scenic strolls with the beach all to yourself.
High Weald
Less than an hour’s drive north, the High Weald AONB is home to some of Kent’s most magnificent landscapes. Stroll through bluebell woods and wildflower valleys, picnic in National Trust gardens, or sample Kent wine at local vineyards. For a change of pace, time your visit to Royal Tunbridge Wells for market day, then hop aboard for a ride on the Spa Valley steam railway.
South Downs
The vast chalklands of the South Downs AONB encircle Newhaven, providing access to miles of hiking, cycling, and horseback riding trails. Hike part of the 101-mile South Downs Way national trail, pitch your tent at backcountry campsites, or paddle along the Cuckmere river in a kayak. Along the coast, head to Beachy Head and the Seven Sisters, where the towering white chalk sea cliffs are a jaw-dropping sight.
When to go
Passenger ferries run from Newhaven to Dieppe in France from May-September, and the busiest months are July and August, when the port fills up with ferry passengers. To avoid the crowds, come in spring or autumn—the perfect time for hiking among the wildflowers or admiring the fall foliage in the South Downs.
Know before you go
- Newhaven has a couple of shops where you can pick up camping supplies, but nearby Brighton (a 20-minute drive) has a larger choice.
- Newhaven has public transport links to many of the surrounding towns and AONBs, but it is handy to have your own transport, especially if staying at rural campsites.
- Most campsites require advance booking, and many ask for the full payment up-front. Be sure to check opening dates, as some campsites close in the winter months.
- Wild camping is illegal throughout Sussex.
