Best campsites in West Sussex for surfing

For a surfing escape in West Sussex, Hipcamp lists over 30 campsites where you can pitch up close to the coast and catch waves just minutes from your tent. Options start at £30 a night, with the average hovering around £100. You’ll find sites that welcome pets, allow campfires, and offer showers—a much-needed luxury after a day in the salt. The best spots fill up fast: Little Thakeham Farm (38 reviews) is a favourite among surfers, while The Field at Findon (15 reviews) and Southwood Park Estate (4 reviews) also get nods for their friendly hosts and prime access to breaks. Beyond the surf, anglers and wildlife-watchers will find plenty to keep them busy. Bring your board, sort your wetsuit, and get ready for West Sussex’s mix of waves, fields, and campfire evenings.

97% (59)

Top-rated campgrounds

For a surfing escape in West Sussex, Hipcamp lists over 30 campsites where you can pitch up close to the coast and catch waves just minutes from your tent. Options start at £30 a night, with the average hovering around £100. You’ll find sites that welcome pets, allow campfires, and offer showers—a much-needed luxury after a day in the salt. The best spots fill up fast: Little Thakeham Farm (38 reviews) is a favourite among surfers, while The Field at Findon (15 reviews) and Southwood Park Estate (4 reviews) also get nods for their friendly hosts and prime access to breaks. Beyond the surf, anglers and wildlife-watchers will find plenty to keep them busy. Bring your board, sort your wetsuit, and get ready for West Sussex’s mix of waves, fields, and campfire evenings.

97% (59)

Top-rated campgrounds

1. Southwood Park Estate

93%

(7)

12 units · Glamping · Chichester , England

Southwood park estate is a beautifully manicured and peaceful destination for those who want to get back to nature and still have all of the home comforts that they are used to. We are at the foot of the South Downs, and only 8 minutes drive from Chichester and the Good Wood Estate We are family and pet friendly site. All bookings come with cooked breakfasts for each guest per day as well as a large log / lighters pack for each day!

2. Little Thakeham Farm

97%

(57)

15 units · Tents, Motorhomes · West Sussex, South East England

Almost wild camping in rural Sussex, with campfires, good footpaths and a pub within 15 minutes' walk

3. The Field at Findon

100%

(33)

4 units · Glamping · Findon, England

Bell tent camping in the South Downs National Park

4. The Downs Stables Holidays

100%

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2 units · Glamping · Worthing, West Sussex, South East England

Modern glamping pods on a working racing stables in the South Downs

Stories from the community

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Ade

August 2025

With pets

2 nights at Southwood Park Estate

We enjoyed our stay at The camp surroundings are well maintained, what I noticed is that no annoying flies buzzing around when sitting out and while cooking!. The host and people on site are very helpful and friendly. One night we needed help with lighting a camp fire and they were so quick to respond. The facilities in the camp are a bonus, if the weather is nice you won't get bored. Ladies toilets were okay my kids complained about the men's!!

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Eric

July 2025

4 nights at The Downs Stables Holidays

The Downs stables is lovely place to spend quality time. All the directions were clear and precise, Theo's pod was perfectly prepared for our arrival and the premises are comfortable. We got to see many horses too. We sure will return to Ruth's land.

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anurag

May 2025

Weekend Trip to Southwood Park Estate

Loved the camp vibe and the people are very welcoming and friendly. The campsite is very clean and things are there for everyone likeness to enjoy. The staff is very sweet to help. You just have to ask. Make sure to get your cooking equipments like if you want to cook near your tent. There is stove and fireplace. You can also use the open kitchen BBQ to cook if you want. Get yourself a camp chair if you want to sit comfortably outside next to the fireplace near your tent and an outdoor lamp Each camp is separated so you have ample privacy The camp area is beautifully designed and decorated which looks great during daytime. Breakfast is scrumptious and you can have food and drinks throughout the day in the restaurant. The campsite hosts are super nice and loves to take good care of their guests

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George

April 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Southwood Park Estate

Really enjoyable stay. Best kid friendly camping I’ve been on and lots of great facilities. Would highly recommend. Great things to do nearby.

Happy farmer sitting in a truck in a grassy field

We’ve picked a selection of well-run camping and glamping sites and skipped the holiday parks to reveal only the very best camping hideaways. Whether you want to explore the High Weald or the South Downs, to build dens in the woods or skim stones on the beach, you’ll find a good base to pitch your tent or a place to rest your head in our collection.