Discover the most magical spots to pitch your tent or park your rig on your next Birling Gap adventure.
Top-rated campsites near Birling Gap
Alciston Court Farm
1. Alciston Court Farm
95%
(46)
11km from Birling Gap · 5 units
A back-to-basics campsite that’s well located at the foot of the South Downs
Pets
Campfires
Hale Farm
2. Hale Farm
100%
(155)
18km from Birling Gap · 38 units · Tents, Glamping
A family-run, working farm in East Sussex offering spacious, traditional camping with no set pitches
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
Fontmills Farm Campsite
3. Fontmills Farm Campsite
100%
(123)
19km from Birling Gap · 38 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Family-friendly camping near the Cuckoo Trail, where campfires are permitted and space is guaranteed
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
Dernwood Farm Camping & Glamping
4. Dernwood Farm Camping & Glamping
95%
(65)
21km from Birling Gap · 17 units · Tents, Glamping
Camping and glamping in Sussex meadows and woodlands
Pets
Campfires
Showers
Graywood Canvas Cottages & Hot Tubs
5. Graywood Canvas Cottages & Hot Tubs
100%
(15)
21km from Birling Gap · 3 units
These super-sized, double-decker yurts on a charming East Sussex farm take glamping to another level.
Showers
Campfires
Hot Tub
Scallow Campsite Glamping Pods
6. Scallow Campsite Glamping Pods
93%
(14)
22km from Birling Gap · 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.
Showers
Campfires
Wifi
Chalky Downs
7. Chalky Downs
96%
(609)
23km from Birling Gap · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Traditional tent camping in a stunningly-located South Downs farm, just down the road from buzzing Brighton
Pets
Campfires
Showers
Housedean Farm Campsite
8. Housedean Farm Campsite
98%
(108)
23km from Birling Gap · 4 units
Epic views of the South Downs, and a walker’s paradise, hidden sweetly on the South Downs Way
Pets
Campfires
Showers
The Secret Campsite
9. The Secret Campsite
99%
(94)
26km from Birling Gap · 12 units
A not so secret campsite in East Sussex with camping and glamping – and campfires encouraged
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
Beech Estate Campsite
10. Beech Estate Campsite
97%
(192)
26km from Birling Gap · 52 units · Tents, Glamping
Tent pitch camping and wild glamping in a Sussex woodland hideaway
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
Camping at Tomkins Farm
11. Camping at Tomkins Farm
96%
(175)
28km from Birling Gap · 41 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Relaxed camping beside a lake on an East Sussex farm, with alpacas, llamas, and camels
Pets
Campfires
Showers
Battle Pods & Bells
12. Battle Pods & Bells
100%
(13)
29km from Birling Gap · 10 units
Off grid bell tents and pods in a woodland just outside Battle
Pets
Showers
Campfires
The Oaks Poultry Farm
13. The Oaks Poultry Farm
100%
(10)
31km from Birling Gap · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Family-friendly summer camping on an East Sussex farm
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
Downsview Vineyard
14. Downsview Vineyard
100%
(55)
32km from Birling Gap · 4 units
Simple but sophisticated, adults-only bell tent camping on a tiny vineyard with distant views of the South Downs
Pets
Showers
Campfires
Wild Boar Wood Campsite
15. Wild Boar Wood Campsite
97%
(70)
35km from Birling Gap · 9 units
Wild woodland glamping in the heart of Sussex with fires
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
Small Meadow Campsite, Fairlight
16. Small Meadow Campsite, Fairlight
100%
(21)
35km from Birling Gap · 4 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
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 PLEASE NOTE the fire pits are on the top of the field near the woodland edge.
Camping area (with views) 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. There are some hammocks already up for campers to enjoy..
🏕️ Extra comfort if the weather turns
Large communal group tent now included - for shade, to escape rain or just chill out in.
It includes a yoga deck / flat outdoor space, perfect for truly unwinding.
🌟 Special Exclusive Rental
Hire the entire campsite area for your group
£280 for up to 10 people
up to 10 additional guests at £25 pppn
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) 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.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
Dogwood Glamping
17. Dogwood Glamping
90%
(42)
35km from Birling Gap · 4 units
The luxury option to one of the Sussex High Weald's loveliest rural retreats
Showers
Campfires
Wifi
Oak Valley Lodges & Camping
18. Oak Valley Lodges & Camping
90%
(39)
37km from Birling Gap · 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
Pets
Campfires
Showers
Foot of the Downs
19. Foot of the Downs
100%
(27)
37km from Birling Gap · 3 units
Glamping on a family farm in Sussex, just off the South Downs Way and not far from Brighton
Pets
Showers
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The Slips
20. The Slips
91%
(85)
41km from Birling Gap · 38 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A relaxed, back-to-basics campsite in the West Sussex countryside
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Len
2 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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Kerry
2 weeks ago
5 m campervan
Laid back feel with facilities fashioned using mostly reclaimed materials - felt very eco sensitive (if that’s a phrase) and a pleasant antidote to some bigger “holiday park” style sites. On my own in the field - plus the rabbits, birds and foxes - in my camper. Lovely sunset and then a dramatic thunder storm at around 1am! A little unnerving but a cool experience. Anna suggested a swim at Pett Level and I took her advice and had a lovely dip this morning before heading back to the Cotswolds. ☺️
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ANGHARAD
2 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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Sally
3 weeks ago
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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Rachel
June 2026
Tent
With kids
Lovely big pitch, great, clean facilities (both compost and flushing loos available), and beautiful tree edged site with a distant soundscape of peacocks! Being able to visit the animals each morning was a real highlight, especially meeting a day old baby goat! Log delivery available each teatime but we missed it one night and the owners were still able to arrange for us to have logs when we texted them. Thank you.
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Christiane
June 2026
Tent
Schöner ruhiger Platz. Großes schräges Wiesengelände direkt am Wald. Toiletten und Duschen (4Stück) waren sehr sauber.
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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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Julian
May 2026
Tent
With kids
Lovely quiet campsite with nice shade and clean facilities.
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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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Oliver
May 2026
Tent
Was good, nice place nice and chill, showers where wayyy too hot but other than that was perfect
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David
May 2026
Tent
With kids
There's no fixed plots, you put your tent where ever you want, it seemed to work fine for everyone. And you should know that the option to get a firepit is only 30 minutes a day (unless you prearrange on WhatsApp) so you don't miss the window.
Otherwise a nice place in a nice area minutes away from a beach.
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Cassandra
May 2026
Tent
Lovely facilities and Ruth and Scott are so friendly. The farm is a wonderful added extra and the atmosphere of camp is serene. Would definitely recommend and will be visiting again in the future.
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Elizabeth
May 2026
5 m car
Absolutely heavenly, full of bluebells and sheep and beautiful views across the valley. It was just me in the whole field and it was magical, I’ll be back!
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Vignesh
May 2026
Tent
With kids
Our second visit to Hale Farm and it was as good as our first. The utilities are always very clean and the water hot. The kids love having a big field to run around and hedgerows to explore. The fire pit is always a big hit!
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Paul
May 2026
Tent
With kids
We were on the valley view pitch which was large and had a great view. It wasn’t too far from the carpark too which was nice. It was also very secluded so we hardly saw any other campers - felt like our own private site! Toilets and showers were clean, the bucket showers were a bit of a novelty. Shop had all the things you forget and the staff were friendly. Wheelbarrows were massive and plentiful.
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