Best Beach Camping Near East Grinstead 2026

Welcome to Hipcamp, your one-stop destination for camping adventures in the UK! If you're looking to combine your love for the beach with camping near East Grinstead, England, we've got you covered with over 1,100 options that fit your preferences. Whether you're a seasoned camper or a beginner, we have the perfect spot for you. Check out our top campsites like Chalky Downs (90 reviews), Otter Channel Campsite (45 reviews), and Lillyroo's (21 reviews) to get started. With popular facilities like showers, rubbish facilities, and campfires, you'll have everything you need for a memorable camping experience. Plus, with an average price per night of £24 and options as low as £10, camping has never been more affordable. So grab your bike, surfboard, and sense of adventure, and start planning your beach camping getaway today!

97% (501) • 62 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near East Grinstead

Welcome to Hipcamp, your one-stop destination for camping adventures in the UK! If you're looking to combine your love for the beach with camping near East Grinstead, England, we've got you covered with over 1,100 options that fit your preferences. Whether you're a seasoned camper or a beginner, we have the perfect spot for you. Check out our top campsites like Chalky Downs (90 reviews), Otter Channel Campsite (45 reviews), and Lillyroo's (21 reviews) to get started. With popular facilities like showers, rubbish facilities, and campfires, you'll have everything you need for a memorable camping experience. Plus, with an average price per night of £24 and options as low as £10, camping has never been more affordable. So grab your bike, surfboard, and sense of adventure, and start planning your beach camping getaway today!

97% (501) • 62 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near East Grinstead

1. Chalky Downs

96%

(605)

31km from East Grinstead · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes

Traditional tent camping in a stunningly-located South Downs farm, just down the road from buzzing Brighton

2. Lepe Beach Campsite

89%

(149)

100km from East Grinstead · 20 units · Tents

Traditional tent camping with views of the Solent and Isle of Wight. Oh and did we mention it's only 150 yards from the beach!?

3. The Sunnyfield Campsite

94%

(99)

74km from East Grinstead · 25 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

Looking for a place where you can camp, glamp and campervan together with friends? The Sunnyfield is the place.

4. Teddy's Farm

99%

(154)

114km from East Grinstead · 95 units · Tents, Glamping

Family-friendly pop-up camping in the heart of the New Forest.

5. Otter Channel Campsite

95%

(159)

51km from East Grinstead · 18 units · Tents

Spacious, nature-friendly camping with campfires on the banks of the River Rother

6. Dogwood Glamping

90%

(42)

47km from East Grinstead · 4 units · Glamping

The luxury option to one of the Sussex High Weald's loveliest rural retreats

7. Woodfire at Westerlands

99%

(51)

48km from East Grinstead · 22 units · Tents

A foodie campsite with outdoor feasts, set in the heart of the South Downs

8. Housedean Farm Campsite

98%

(100)

28km from East Grinstead · 3 units · Tents

Epic views of the South Downs, and a walker’s paradise, hidden sweetly on the South Downs Way

9. The Old Airfield

85%

(143)

123km from East Grinstead · 114 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

A New Forest airfield that's been overtaken by nature, less than 10 minutes' drive from the coast

10. Ninham Country Holidays

100%

(38)

97km from East Grinstead · 16 units · Tents, Motorhomes

A stunning, family-friendly campsite on the stunning, family-friendly Isle of Wight

11. Small Meadow Farm

100%

(18)

54km from East Grinstead · 3 units · Tents, Motorhomes

Reconnect with nature, gently. Welcome to our low-impact, off-grid campsite nestled within a working permaculture fruit and herb farm. Here, a small flock of sheep graze as part of an ongoing project to restore a wildflower meadow. The land is alive with colour, birdsong and butterflies—and you’re invited to experience it at your own peaceful pace. 🌿 Space to breathe Only two pitches are available at any time (up to 8 people per pitch). Each pitch has: Private fire pit overlooking wide countryside views Camping area with on the lower slope near the shower and main compost toilet Retreat into the woodland strip at the top of the field—perfect for hammocks, hammock tents, shade in summer, quiet chats and listening to the wind through the trees. 🏕️ Extra comfort if the weather turns Add the large group tent, ideal for gatherings, sleeping or simply escaping the heat. It includes a yoga deck / flat outdoor space, perfect for truly unwinding. Looking for a secure field kitchen? We can open the horsebox on the top field (small extra cost). It’s ideal for food storage, camp stoves and gear while you explore beaches and trails. 🌟 Special Exclusive Rental Hire the entire campsite area for your group £250 for up to 10 people up to 10 additional guests at £25/night per person Make the farm yours..... 🌄 Views worth waking up for: From the fire pits you’ll see far-reaching countryside views, and just a short walk away on Mountain Field or at The Balehouse (Hastings Country Park café & info centre) you’ll find truly breathtaking scenes over Rye Bay. Nature is the heartbeat here—bluebells in May, orchard blossoms, butterflies drifting through the herbs, and birdsong that wraps around the woodland. At night, the skies open up to the stars; in the morning, you’ll wake to dew-kissed grass and the first rays of sun. 🧘‍♀️ A slower kind of camping Bring a yoga mat, greet the day on the deck, cook outdoors, walk the cliffs, or unwind under the trees. Gather friends and family for a fire, BBQ, or a giant picnic—this field was made for simple, shared moments. 📌 Practical Notes Working farm: the farmer and WWOOFers are on site in areas separate from camping facilities. Exclusive use refers to the campsite areas, not the entire farm. Please bring your own drinking water.

12. Fox Wood Campsite - under the oaks

98%

(48)

44km from East Grinstead · 21 units · Tents, Glamping

Woodland camping with campfires in the South Downs National Park

13. Stud Farm

100%

(4)

118km from East Grinstead · 1 unit · Glamping

A shepherd’s hut on a traditional New Forest farm

14. The Downs Stables Holidays

100%

(2)

38km from East Grinstead · 2 units · Glamping

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

15. Greenhill Glamping

100%

(31)

86km from East Grinstead · 2 units · Glamping

Impeccably restored huts from the late 19th-century, kitted out for couples with king-sized beds, wood-burning stoves and views over the Kent Downs

16. Ham Hideaway

100%

(2)

95km from East Grinstead · 5 units · Glamping

Glamping in the Kent countryside, close to the coast – with an optional butler catering service

17. Unique Shepherds Huts on a Vineyard

100%

(21)

108km from East Grinstead · 2 units · Glamping

Luxury shepherds huts near the Essex coast, with beautiful, watery surroundings and a wonderfully private setting

18. Skoolie Stays

100%

(5)

35km from East Grinstead · 1 unit · Glamping

A converted, characterful and cool all-American yellow school bus parked up near the South Downs

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Maz

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Housedean Farm Campsite

Lovely campsite. Welcoming hosts, nice toilets and showers, fridge and freezer available, and a kettle! We had a great stay here

P

Paul

September 2025

4 m Class B

With pets

2 nights at Chalky Downs

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.

Entrance to the farm land where the campsite is.

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Nina

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Chalky Downs

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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Gillian

September 2025

5 m Class B

Weekend Trip to Small Meadow Farm

We felt very lucky to be able to stay on Anna’s farm. It’s a beautiful, peaceful place with wonderful views. There’s an orchard and some very pretty sheep! We enjoyed the hammocks in the woods and the firepit. Would definitely recommend.

E

Emmie

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Housedean Farm Campsite

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.

C

Chloe

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Housedean Farm Campsite

Excellent facilities, very generous pitch sizes and a great location. 10/10

E

Eva

August 2025

Tent

Group trip

4 nights at Chalky Downs

Owners of the camp were so welcoming and friendly. We loved it there !!

lauren

August 2025

5 m Class B

Weekend Trip to The Old Airfield

Absolutely loved camping at The Old Airfield. Very friendly staff and helpful. Loads of space to park up and tent so you'll never feel 'on top' of other campers. Lovely vibe, clean showers and toilets. Had a nice bar and pizza trailer on site too to order from every night. Very relaxing and loads of free roaming animals near by! Definitely will be coming back!

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Laura

August 2025

Tent

With pets

3 nights at Teddy's Farm

Wonderful experience camping at Teddy’s! Huge space, clean facilities, brilliant hot showers, and close to lovely walks and beaches. Highly recommend!

Stephanie

August 2025

Tent

With kids

3 nights at The Old Airfield

The staff were fab as were the showers, toilets and the sociable communal space serving drinkings and tasty pizzas. The only downside was the noise from the adjacent road.

R

Rossi

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to The Sunnyfield Campsite

Lovely campsite! The woodfired pizza on Friday was a great addition!

J

John

August 2025

5 m Class B

3 nights at The Sunnyfield Campsite

All you could wish for in a campsite. Every detail carefully considered from the horse box showers, ingenious and plenty of space, roomy pitches with butterflies and wild flower boarders, a gem, look forward to visiting again. Thanks Philip and congrats on creating such an amazing and peaceful place.

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Ana Maria

August 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Teddy's Farm

We loved our time at Teddy’s Farm. It has big, spacious fields and good facilities. There was a coffee/ cocktail bar, a pizza place that cooked fresh, good priced pizza on the spot and a breakfast van. Teddy was very friendly and helpful. He was accommodating even though we pitched up in the wrong place accidentally. The kids loved it. On the first field it can get a bit dusty when cars drive by, but the big field at the back of the farm isn't affected by this. There are lots of great trails and forest walks nearby, short drive away is the Tall Trees Trail which is beautiful. You can also walk to the forest from the farm if you don’t want to drive. Thank you, Teddy!

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Patrick

August 2025

Tent

With kids

2 nights at The Old Airfield

An amazing site for young children. Would definitely come again, and for longer. Staff were great, really helpful.

B

Bikram

August 2025

Tent

Group trip

2 nights at Chalky Downs

I loved tent camping on Sarah's land. The view were beautiful, peaceful and directions were clear. Owners very friendly. We will definitely visit again. Loved it.

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Neil

August 2025

Tent

2 nights at The Sunnyfield Campsite

Very spacious site in a lovely location. Phillip is a welcoming host and the site is maintained in a very good condition. Excellent if you want a private and quiet site in a peaceful location.

D

Darren

August 2025

Tent

With kids

4 nights at Teddy's Farm

Very impressive site open plan layout idea for the kids to enjoy the facilities are really good

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Biba

August 2025

Tent

With kids

3 nights at The Sunnyfield Campsite

Prachtige camping met ruime, uitgemaaide plaatsen. ‘S avonds hoorden we de bosuilen. Heel zacht op de achtergrond is de snelweg te horen. Door de week rustig, Engelsen kamperen voornamelijk in het weekend. De pizza en koffie corner is dan ook gesloten door de week. Hout is te koop bij de camping eigenaar. Philip is vriendelijk en positief. Wc en douche is basic zoals meestal op de Britse campings, maar prima.

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Stephen

August 2025

Tent

1 night at Housedean Farm Campsite

Lovely situation. Great facilities. Booked the day before by mistake but there wasn’t a problem and no extra charge for my error.

K

Kim

August 2025

With kids

2 nights at Dogwood Glamping

We loved the cosy Yurt and the laid back atmosphere a lot! Animals running around the campsite is also a lot of fun, but close the yurt when you are gone or get a visit from the goats that eat what they can find! Phil and his wife were very friendly.

Happy farmer sitting in a truck in a grassy field

You can get the train into town in now time and grab a taxi into High Weald AONB that begins just on the edge of the settlement. The River Medway, National Trust Standen and Ashdown Forest are all within easy reach and there are plenty of excellent campsites nearby.