Camping in Wye National Nature Reserve
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Top-rated campgrounds in Wye National Nature Reserve
Oak Valley Lodges & Camping
1. Oak Valley Lodges & Camping
92%
(68)
England · 32 units
At Oak Valley Campsite, simplicity and space are part of the charm. Tucked among ancient oaks in the gentle countryside of Pett, East Sussex, this peaceful spot is all about traditional camping.
Pitches are generous, grassy, and flat – ideal for tents and campers who like room to breathe. There are hot showers, proper loos, and fresh water on tap. At night, toast marshmallows around a hired fire pit, watch the stars, and enjoy the quiet.
Explore local walks, pop down to Winchelsea Beach, or lose a few hours in the pretty streets of Rye, just 15 minutes away.
Need to know:
- No electric hook-up
- Family-friendly & dog-friendly
- Fire pits and logs available
- Check-in from 2 pm
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Fleets Paddock Glamping & Camping
2. Fleets Paddock Glamping & Camping
96%
(136)
Canterbury, England · 21 units · Tents, Glamping
Pitches, bell tents and a gypsy caravan on the outskirts of Canterbury
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Camping at Tomkins Farm
3. Camping at Tomkins Farm
96%
(180)
North Chailey, England · 41 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Relaxed camping beside a lake on an East Sussex farm, with alpacas, llamas, and camels
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Field and Fallow Pop-Up Campsite
4. Field and Fallow Pop-Up Campsite
100%
(3)
Haywards Heath, England · 5 units
Child free campsite- please note before booking :)
Come and stay in the beautiful West Sussex countryside, less than an hour from London.
Nestled amongst rolling fields and ancient woodland, Field & Fallow offers the perfect escape. Our peaceful adults only campsite is surrounded by nature, with a lovely woodland, abundant wildlife and space to relax and reconnect.
Created for Glastonbury Festival's fallow year, this new pop-up campsite is designed to bring people together in a friendly setting, welcoming friends, couples and solo travellers alike.
We have a woodland sauna, a communal campfire (acoustic music is encouraged), badminton and table tennis. Please note the sauna is an additional cost.
Nearby there are lots of beautiful walks and the Ardingly reservoir offers a range of water sports (8 minute drive). The famous bluebell railway is also within walking distance.
Please be aware there is no mobile service at the campsite, which we see as a good opportunity to disconnect from technology and reconnect with nature. There is limited Wifi onsite if necessary.
Please come and help us create somewhere special!
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Setts Wood Camping and Glamping
5. Setts Wood Camping and Glamping
100%
(5)
England · 14 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
We look forward to welcoming you to Setts Wood Farm and will provide you with all you need for a relaxing and rewarding visit to Tenterden and The Weald.
We offer a selection of bell tents or you can bring your own tent. The camping is set across 2 fields and extends to 12 acres. We have a maximum of 30 tents so it is never crowded.
Come and meet the alpacas, sheep, pigs, goats and horses!
We also have a small fishing lake which guests are welcome to use for a small donation. We restocked last year and there are carp and several species of smaller silver fish. It is ideal for beginners and children. Any children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Setts Wood Farm is perfectly positioned to explore Tenterden and the surrounding villages, and is less than a 20 minute drive to the historic town of Rye, with the beaches of Camber, Dymchurch and Littlestone just a few minutes further.
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The Sunnyfield Campsite
6. The Sunnyfield Campsite
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(111)
Canterbury, England · 26 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Looking for a place where you can camp, glamp and campervan together with friends? The Sunnyfield is the place.
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Knowler Farm Wild Camping
7. Knowler Farm Wild Camping
98%
(45)
England · 15 units · Tents, Motorhomes
We are a family friendly site and have something for everyone!
Offering Wild Camping and bespoke and unique Glamping stays!
On site Cafe, serving hot and cold food, fresh coffee and delicious homemade cakes. open 7 days a week!
Friendly Farm animals including miniture shetland ponies who you can book to spend time with and even take for a walk!
Our very own Double Decker bus, hosting bookable weekend toddlers play and craft workshops.
On-site Gym- fully kitted out with all the equiptment required for a full holiday workout! Classes and Personal training sessions also available!
Bush-Craft, Archery and Forrest School weekend workshops including Den building, woodland crafts and more, delivered by our qualified and friendly staff.
Friday night Wood-fired Pizza (available to Pre-Order)
Throughout the Summer, we host a variety of events such as Family Festivals, Wellness and Well-being retreats, gig nights and workshops. Check out our socails to see what's coming up next!
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Plum Camping in May Tree Orchard
8. Plum Camping in May Tree Orchard
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(32)
Cranbrook · 8 units · Tents, Glamping
Simple camping and comfortable glamping amongst organic fruit trees, wild flowers and woodland, bordering an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with some of the darkest night skies in Europe. In the beautiful High Weald of Kent, Tash and Nick have been running May Tree Orchard's low-impact, nature-friendly, seasonal campsite, Plum Camping, for the last 5 years.
The Soil Association certified organic land is full of wild flowers and surrounded by woodland and other orchards. Electricity and hot water for showers and washing up is solar generated. So you can charge your phone if necessary, but we'd recommend stargazing and enjoying the quiet warmth of friends and family around an evening fire instead.
Bring your own tent, stay in the delightful hand-made shepherd’s hut or stylish caravan, or hire the whole May Tree Orchard space. Numbers are kept low here so that there is always plenty of room for everyone, as well as peace and quiet.
The campsite is an hour and a half drive from London and a 20 min walk to the sleepy and pretty village of Goudhurst, with pubs selling great food and two local shops for self-catering. There are also two excellent farm shops within walking distance.
Close to May Tree Orchard, there are walks via Sissinghurst, Scotney and Bodiam Castle, and water activities on the River Rother and at Bewl Water. Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest is a ten-minute drive from the campsite and the coast around Hastings and Rye is just over 30 minutes.
An amazing independent food business, Growing Communities, sells pears, apples and plums grown at the orchard in their box scheme serving North and South London, and you can also buy them from the Pear Necessities stall at Stoke Newington Farmers Market. Delicious apple juice and tasty chutney made from the organic apples grown in the orchard are available to purchase on site, as well as plum preserve and orchard plums.
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Far and Away Camping
9. Far and Away Camping
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(51)
England · 21 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Nestled within the heart of the Kent countryside, Far and Away allows you to escape into a rural, peaceful and wild campsite. The skies are full of song birds and birds of prey, hot air balloons dominate the still summer evenings and there is always a spitfire or biplane circling from the local aerodrome. With close to zero light pollution, the night skies are a stunning way to end the day not to mention Far and Away sunrise and sunsets are also worth staying up for!
Immerse yourself in the heart of the beautiful Kent countryside and take advantage of the many public footpaths around the campsite. Far and Away is 1.2 miles away from Headcorn village where you can find a host of local amenities, shops, pubs and restaurants.
There is also a host of National Trust sites within a short drive including Sissinghurst Castle and many wonderful villages to visit including medieval Biddenden and the magical market town of Tenterden. Next to junction 8 of the M20 there is also Leeds Castle, only a 20 minute drive from Far and Away and the Big Cat Sanctuary is only a few fields away. At night you can hear the roar of the wild cats really making it feel like you are Far and Away!
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Pett Coastal Camping
10. Pett Coastal Camping
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(9)
Hastings, England · 25 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Simple pop-up pitches in 11 acres of farm fields on the East Sussex coast
Drinking water taps
Compostable toilet in field
Small shop on farm site, (milk, eggs, apple juice, yoghurt)
Back to nature star-gazing opportunities
Open field camping
Very low light pollution
Large meadow, pick your own pitch on the grass
Pett Level beach 10 mins walk
Hastings and Rye only a 15 minute drive away
Camber sands 25 mins away
Families welcome
Sorry no dogs please as on a working sheep farm
Perfect for tents and campervans, off grid camping
No electricity or grey waste facilities here
Nestled within the green rolling hills of Pett, Lunsford Farm opens its flowery meadows for the month of August once more. This is an unique opportunity to enjoy the East Sussex coast overlooking the expansive seashore of Pett Level under the stars on ancient meadow farmland. If you enjoy the proper simple camping experience, you will be in your element!
The pebbly and sandy beach of Pett (10 mins walk down the hill) offers a refreshing dip and during low tide an array of rock pools are waiting to be explored in the 6500 year old sunken forest.
There are ample places to feed hungry tummies, either at the beachfront cafe, weekend food truck, or up in the village at one of the two pubs that serve great food.
The simple shop in the farmyard stocks fresh eggs from the farm’s own chickens, local milk, yogurt, and apple juice from the farm’s orchard. There are also logs to purchase for your campfire.
Campfires are permitted as long as they are raised off the ground so as not to burn the ancient grassland which does not repair. We are happy to be able to offer a small number of firepits to hire for a returnable deposit, or bring your own to avoid missing out. With no nearby lights, light pollution is low which makes for a stunning starry nights sky when cloud conditions allow. You will be utterly amazed how many stars you can see, and perhaps discover new ones.
A five minute walk (you will need torches for night walking) brings you to the village of Pett. Here you can enjoy a relaxing pint or a good meal at the Royal Oak pub, visit the Tic Tokory tea shop or hang out in the play park in the cricket/recreational field. There is also the Two Sawyers pub 5 mins further on that serves excellent food.
As the campsite is situated within the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, it can function as a great base for a multitude of walks or bike rides, vineyard tours, or just a general ramble around the towns of Rye, Winchelsea, Old Town Hastings or further afield.
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Hook Farm Campsite
11. Hook Farm Campsite
98%
(215)
East Grinstead, England · 13 units
Blissfully back-to-basics camping in the heart of the West Sussex High Weald
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Coxhill Camping
12. Coxhill Camping
100%
(55)
Dover, England · 20 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Relaxed camping in a field close to Dover and Canterbury
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Housedean Farm Campsite
13. Housedean Farm Campsite
98%
(111)
Lewes, England · 4 units
Epic views of the South Downs, and a walker’s paradise, hidden sweetly on the South Downs Way
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Alciston Court Farm
14. Alciston Court Farm
95%
(48)
Alfriston, England · 5 units
A back-to-basics campsite that’s well located at the foot of the South Downs
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Dernwood Farm Camping & Glamping
15. Dernwood Farm Camping & Glamping
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(66)
Waldron, England · 17 units · Tents, Glamping
Camping and glamping in Sussex meadows and woodlands
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Chapter Farm Camping
16. Chapter Farm Camping
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(23)
Canterbury, England · 6 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Family-friendly camping in a quiet countryside setting close to the beach at Whitstable
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The Secret Pondside Pitches
17. The Secret Pondside Pitches
100%
(4)
England · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes
The Secret Pondsite Pitches offers 20 pitches by the water! Located just within the borders of Southdown National Park, between Burgess Hill and Hassocks on the site of working plant Nursery, but pleasantly located just behind it, in the company of nature only.
The site is remote, but there is a few walking distance attractions:
1. A private gate into the Ditchling Common.
2. Village of Ditchling-a home to of craftsmen and makers, with beautiful history dating back to the Anglo-Saxon period.
3. Pubs, vineyards and other farms-the area is known for it's favourable conditions to grow varieties of grapes perfect for Champag.....oops, not allowed to say it.....for Sparkling Wine!
4. The Beacon-those who love a cycling challenge, The Beacon is a classic and The Secret Pondside Pitches serve as a great starting point to park up, rest up and tackle the hill.
Please be quiet and respectful, respect the boundaries of surrounding businesses, watch your babies and pets closely and most importantly-enjoy the natures melody!
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This is a working farm, so please arrive with patience and care.
More details available via email eastwoodplantmarket@gmail.com or 07309062112
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The Nut Plat Retreat
18. The Nut Plat Retreat
94%
(84)
Tonbridge, England · 3 units
Antique living wagons on the banks of the River Bourne, with a charming orchard setting, a pub down the lane and a history unlike anywhere else
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Painters Farm Campsite
19. Painters Farm Campsite
99%
(47)
Whitstable, England · 46 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Nestled beside the village of Painters Forstal, Faversham, Kent.
Our two acre orchard site with grass pitches.
The campsite lies within seventeen acres on the slope of The Kent Downs, a designated area of natural beauty.
The Alma ale house at the edge of the farm serves Shepherds Neame and hot meals all year round.
Two acre quiet cherry orchard site based around a Tudor Manor house 1547 that gives its name to our village. Surrounded by orchards and open countryside but within easy reach of Faversham, Whitstable and Canterbury. Pitches for tents, campervans, motorhomes and touring caravans with or without electric hook up on a level grassy site. Pets are welcome and a crew member is always around the reception or farm to help out.
The Campsite is open from 1st march until 31st October.
The local area is awash with things to do. Faversham once the busiest port in 17th century England for its wool trade has the longest complete medieval street in the country. A wealth of little shops, cafes and pubs as well as the country’s oldest family owned brewery Shepherd Neame.
Whitstable sitting just along the coast, famed for its Oysters and Sunsets is a fun beachside community bustling in the summer months and hauntingly bleak in the winter ones. The World Heritage sites of Canterbury are just a fifteen minute trip away with all its well documented history and plentiful shops and eateries.
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Glottenham - Nearly Wild Camping
20. Glottenham - Nearly Wild Camping
85%
(37)
Robertsbridge, England · 10 units
Family camping and luxury glamping in the grounds of a former castle and hop farm
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Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Nongkan
4 days ago
With pets
We had a great two-night stay here. It was lovely to get away from the city and enjoy some peace and quiet. The area was calm and relaxing, and it was a nice little break with the kids. We really enjoyed our time here
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Nicholas
1 week ago
4 m campervan
Lovely peaceful campsite. Host Jayne is very accommodating and checked if everything was ok or I needed anything. Will definitely be coming again.
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Chris
1 week ago
Tent
A peacefield near the sea with a drinking water tap and a toilet - what more do you need!
Perfect for anyone through hiking the coastal path.
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Karin
1 week ago
Tent
With kids
Large pitches, facilities well maintained, really peaceful
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Jon
1 week ago
Tent
We had two fields largely to ourselves - this is undulating farmer fields normally home to sheep so consider that. Very quiet. Little shade though we pitched up under some trees. Can park car next to tent and pitch wherever you want. Can see Rye bay in the distance. Facilities are very limited - one compostable toilet, one drinking water tap and no showers, electricity or WiFi! But there is a phone signal! Rather grumpy adjacent homeowner but don’t let that put you off as loads of space. Beach is a good 20 minute walk down a steep hill. Farm shop for a few basics. Otherwise, drive to nearby town for supplies or Winchelsea beach for local co-op. Pub 10 min walk. We found a working shower at St Leonard’s beach.
Overall, we loved it and would highly recommend but not for everyone I suspect. Host and local farmer were helpful and very friendly.
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Jake
1 week ago
3 m Class A
This campsite was absolutely perfect for what we needed. A real back to basics site. I felt completely safe here and it was great to escape to nature.
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Victoria
1 week ago
Tent
We had a really wonderful time at Sunnyfield. The showers are lovely and the toilets are clean, even the pizza’s great! We will be back, highly recommend🫶🏼
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Elena
1 week ago
Tent
The place was secluded and very quiet, except the morning birds and the sheeps from next farm . True camping the way we love it.
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Brendan
1 week ago
5 m campervan
We stayed for 2 nights, easy to book our stay.
Lovely and peaceful on both nights.
Amazing views across the bay towards Dungeness.
Will visit again for sure.
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Melanie
1 week ago
Tent
I had a fantastic stay and would highly recommend.
The host was brilliant, welcoming and I felt very safe.
The stargazing was amazing and the whole experience was just what I wanted.
I will definitely book again.
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Emma-Jane
2 weeks ago
Tent
Lovely stay! Peaceful, beautiful stars at night and Tash and her partner are so welcoming! The plums were delicious
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Kelly
2 weeks ago
Tent
This is a lovely campsite and we will definitely come back, it was so peaceful waking up in the orchard. It was very kind of Natasha to lend us her OS map so we could do a walk from the site. Make sure you try the pear and apple juices available to buy on the day!
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Finley
2 weeks ago
Tent
Great location. Really quiet spot not far from a nice village (Ditchling).
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Katy
2 weeks ago
Tent
With pets
A wonderful, tucked away spot with great views of the sunset over the Downs. Very private. Natalia came and said hello the next morning, very lovely host.
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Paulo
2 weeks ago
4 m campervan
Group trip
The campsite is exactly as described. It’s a beautiful chilled out basic site with stunning views. The owner was extremely friendly and welcoming. We had an excellent nights stay. If you love star gazing this is one for you. Thank you.
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Amanda
2 weeks ago
Tent
Perfect setting, perfect host! Camping at its finest.
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Marcus
2 weeks ago
Tent
With kids
Beautiful campsite !! We camped with our 2 boys and had a stunning and peaceful wild camping overlooking the sea .. went to bed with the stars and woke to the sunrise with the birds and wildlife .. lovely set up and we will be back ! Marcus
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Cristina
2 weeks ago
7 m pop-up camper
With pets
Beautiful spot, good showers and toilets and even a tarped area with picnic tables. Pitches were nice and ample. The only drawback is there’s nowhere to leave rubbish and you have to take it home yourself, fine for a day or two, but slightly more complicated for longer stays.
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Helena
2 weeks ago
Tent
With kids
Great campsite for mix of ages. Good facilities which are kept clean. Excellent for watching the sunset with a fire pit and marshmallows. Really helpful and friendly owners. Good size pitch. Would recommend.
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Andy
2 weeks ago
Tent
With kids
Liked the space and how quiet it was. The hosts were very friendly and helpful. Facilities decent enough. The downside is it is far from flat and you have to get lucky to find a level spot to pitch. We were lucky and had a very enjoyable stay.
See moreWye National Nature Reserve camping guide
Notable campgrounds
- Best for country views: The Sunny Field has off-grid tent pitches, campervan sites, and glamping in bell tents, amid miles of open countryside. It’s a 10-minute drive from the reserve.
- Best for budget campers: Flying Horse Inn is a country pub just west of the reserve and offers free overnight campervan parking for evening diners.
- Best for escaping the crowds: Sunnyside Farm has plenty of grass and hardstanding pitches, optional electric hook-ups, and tranquil surroundings. It’s a 20-min drive away.
Tips for snagging a campsite
- Kent Downs campsites and caravan sites can book up quickly, especially in July and August, and during school holidays. Plan up to six months in advance for popular sites or those with limited pitching.
- You will need to pay a deposit to secure your campsite reservation; some sites ask for the full payment in advance.
- Be sure to check seasonal opening and closing dates. Many campsites open from March through October, while others stay open year-round.
When to go
The most pleasant weather for camping is from April through September, and this is the main hiking season in the Kent Downs. Wildflowers bloom throughout this period, but come in late spring to admire them at their most colourful. Sites like the Devil’s Kneading Trough fill up with day-trippers throughout July and August, so make an early start to get a jump on the crowds or opt for a weekday visit in the off-season to enjoy the view to yourself.
Know before you go
- Wye National Nature Reserve is located in the Kent Downs AONB, about a 20-minute drive from Ashford. Trains from London take about an hour to reach Wye train station, just 2 miles from the reserve.
- Free parking is available at the Wye Nature Reserve car park along Coldharbour Lane.
- Camping is not possible in the reserve itself, and wild camping is not permitted throughout the Kent Downs AONB.
- The reserve has a restaurant, but for public restrooms or to purchase picnic supplies, head to Wye village.
