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Top-rated campgrounds near Lancing
Foot of the Downs
1. Foot of the Downs
100%
(27)
8km from Lancing · 3 units
Glamping on a family farm in Sussex, just off the South Downs Way and not far from Brighton
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The Field at Findon
2. The Field at Findon
100%
(33)
8.1km from Lancing · 4 units
Bell tent camping in the South Downs National Park
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Campfires
Fox Wood Campsite - under the oaks
3. Fox Wood Campsite - under the oaks
98%
(48)
11km from Lancing · 21 units · Tents, Glamping
Woodland camping with campfires in the South Downs National Park
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Campfires
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The Slips
4. The Slips
91%
(85)
12km from Lancing · 38 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A relaxed, back-to-basics campsite in the West Sussex countryside
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Chanctonbury Corner
5. Chanctonbury Corner
91%
(11)
14km from Lancing · 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.
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Campfires
Potable water
Little Thakeham Farm
6. Little Thakeham Farm
97%
(57)
14km from Lancing · 15 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Almost wild camping in rural Sussex, with campfires, good footpaths and a pub within 15 minutes' walk
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Campfires
Potable water
Chalky Downs
7. Chalky Downs
96%
(610)
17km from Lancing · 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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Cattlestone Farm Adult Only
8. Cattlestone Farm Adult Only
97%
(123)
18km from Lancing · 56 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Friendly camping and glamping on a Sussex farm, with animals to meet, a pond to swim in, and the South Downs nearby.
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Housedean Farm Campsite
9. Housedean Farm Campsite
98%
(108)
19km from Lancing · 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 Oaks Poultry Farm
10. The Oaks Poultry Farm
100%
(10)
20km from Lancing · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Family-friendly summer camping on an East Sussex farm
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Potable water
The Sunset Tree
11. The Sunset Tree
96%
(34)
25km from Lancing · 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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Littleton Farm Campsite
12. Littleton Farm Campsite
94%
(33)
25km from Lancing · 20 units
Nestled in a valley on the South Downs Way, Littleton Farm Campsite offers a secluded spot for enjoying the countryside. Welcoming tent campers only, the site offers non electric pitches with plenty of space for everyone to have some peace and quiet. Grab breakfast from the onsite Cadence Cafe, spend days exploring picturesque walking routes and evenings by the campfire. Arundel and Chichester are within 20 minutes drive.
A great base for exploring the South Downs and all that West Sussex has to offer. For events at Goodwood or for walkers and cyclists on the South Downs Way, the site is also an ideal spot for escaping the crowds.
There are 20 non electric grass pitches onsite, each welcoming tents only. Each pitch allows up to six guests, with plenty of space for tents and gazebos with no extra charges other than on a per-person basis. Unloading is allowed by the pitches with parking in the designated car park.
Wake up to fantastic rural views and grab a bite to eat from the onsite cafe, which also serves a delicious cup of coffee. Days can be spent enjoying long walks in beautiful open countryside, exploring the charming nearby towns and villages, or down by the coast, only 25 minutes away.
In the evenings, guests can cook up a BBQ or relax by the campfire.
Please note, the site is dog free.
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Camping at Tomkins Farm
13. Camping at Tomkins Farm
96%
(175)
27km from Lancing · 41 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Relaxed camping beside a lake on an East Sussex farm, with alpacas, llamas, and camels
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Campfires
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The Secret Campsite
14. The Secret Campsite
99%
(94)
27km from Lancing · 12 units
A not so secret campsite in East Sussex with camping and glamping – and campfires encouraged
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Showers
Potable water
Woodfire at Westerlands
15. Woodfire at Westerlands
99%
(51)
27km from Lancing · 16 units
A foodie campsite with outdoor feasts, set in the heart of the South Downs
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Wild Boar Wood Campsite
16. Wild Boar Wood Campsite
97%
(70)
29km from Lancing · 9 units
Wild woodland glamping in the heart of Sussex with fires
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Campfires
Potable water
Alciston Court Farm
17. Alciston Court Farm
95%
(46)
32km from Lancing · 5 units
A back-to-basics campsite that’s well located at the foot of the South Downs
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Campfires
Hook Farm Campsite
18. Hook Farm Campsite
98%
(212)
33km from Lancing · 13 units
Blissfully back-to-basics camping in the heart of the West Sussex High Weald
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Scallow Campsite Glamping Pods
19. Scallow Campsite Glamping Pods
93%
(14)
37km from Lancing · 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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Graywood Canvas Cottages & Hot Tubs
20. Graywood Canvas Cottages & Hot Tubs
100%
(15)
38km from Lancing · 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
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Lewis
2 weeks ago
Tent
With pets
Couldn’t recommend more for a family place to camp. Amazing amount of amenities & grass pitches. They let you choose your own pitch absolutely anywhere across around 3/4 fields, with plenty of woodland around. 10/10 experience
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Nathan
2 weeks ago
6 m campervan
Well done Donna. An amazing camping facility. Really relaxed and well set out.
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Reed
2 weeks ago
Tent
This is truly one of my favorite places to camp in the world. The pitches are perfect and the land is stunning! The hosts are lovely and helpful, with an unparalleled set of on site amenities.
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Alexander
2 weeks ago
Tent
With kids
Beautiful spot to explore the South Downs. Spacious, peaceful. Great first camping experience for our 6 year old! Thank you
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Erik
2 weeks ago
Tent
Camping here is a very nice experience. You are on a large field, tents far apart. The views are beautiful. There are several toilets and sinks to get water and wash. These are all clean. We also loved the shower, which is a family shower room with two showers and lots of space. This is real camping!
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Ene
3 weeks ago
Tent
With kids
What a great spot - took my son and his friends camping for a night, they played ball games, we had water guns - they got soaked and great way to cool down, had bbq and bonfire. Toilets and sinks near by as well, perfect! We had a big breakfast at the cafe in the morning, good to have availability of milk, water, bread or ice. Great time for the boys in the nature while leaving all the tech at home.
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Len
3 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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Stephanie
June 2026
Tent
Loved this camp: as a solo female traveller on foot, it was great and felt very safe. Tania who runs the camp is lovely and super friendly! The camp itself is huge, and there is a lot of space! Perfect introvert’s paradise.
Access: while it is remote, the 99 bus is very convenient: just check the timetable. Buses run to Chichester and to Petworth. So easy to go and get stuff like groceries.
The Cadence Cafe next door is fabulous: coffee is delicious, food is lovely, and the staff super friendly! Special thanks to Sarah from the cafe who is absolutely wonderful and helpful!
Lots of hikes nearby- and the camp is quiet! Woods near by to get woods. Fire allowed. I had the most wonderful 3 nights!
Thank you all!
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Sally
June 2026
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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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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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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