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20 acres
48 sites
8 Lodging
40 Tent
Tent pitch camping and wild glamping in a Sussex woodland hideaway
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Battle, England, United KingdomTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Hugh S.Joined in February 2016
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97 ratings · 214 reviews
Jessica N.recommends
May 14, 2023
Forest Tent Pitch
Bluebells and birdsong beauty
Absolutely loved our woodland pitch, surrounded by bluebells and birdsong. The pitches are set out so you have lots of peace and privacy. The facilities all feel very nearby whilst being unobtrusive. Lovely walk to the pub next day.
We were stuck in traffic on the way and arrived really late, but warden Ben had left out our extras and left us a map to our pitch. He even popped out to check we were ok and had a suitable torch. Thank you!
Anne W.recommends
May 3, 2023
'Wild Glamping' Bell Tent
We camped a lot in our youth but as older age set in decided to treat ourselves to some glamping at Beech estate campsite over the long weekend. What a treat. It is one of the most beautiful camp sites we have stayed in and the forest and privacy of the sites is beautiful. The bell tent was luxury personified (when it comes to camping) with practically everything thought of. We did use a gas stove for that quick cup of tea. The ablutions are clean and provide soap (of all sorts) and plenty of hot water and the bucket showers are great. We walked from the camp site on two days with lovely countryside to two local pubs. The warden on call, Ben, was so friendly and helpful and the venison burgers (ordered in advance) were delicious.
We will be back.
Adam H.recommends
April 5, 2023
Forest Tent Pitch
Great campsite. Fantastic pitches. Well organised and clean amenities. Friendly and helpful hosts. Beautiful surroundings. Tip top.
Robert B.recommends
October 25, 2022
Faraway Mini Tent Pitch
Magical Mysteries of Beech Wood
As unspoilt a setting as you could imagine. A careful blend of facilities with the natural environment. Pitches sufficiently apart to feel alone.
We were lucky. Our one night did not have a cloud in sight. A fantastic night sky. Complemented by the distant belly rumble of wild boar.
For the foragers plenty to find and be careful with the amanita muscaria amidst the birch.
Roxane B.recommends
October 24, 2022
Forest Tent Pitch
Incredible site, beautiful walks
The warden was so kind and helpful. We took a lot longer than planned to get to the campsite but he was there to welcome us, despite the rain and it being night time! The pitch was absolutely stunning, we were surrounded by beautiful trees and the forest looked incredible with autumnal colours all around.
Jim D.recommends
September 26, 2022
'Wild Glamping' Bell Tent
Great campsite, very quiet and secluded when we went. Bell tent was well equipped and bucket showers were a novelty. The forest was beautiful and the food and service at The Squirrel was good. I had never used a rocket stove before and would bring a backup gas one in future for when it's wet. Staff were friendly and attentive. All in all a very peaceful, restful 3 days.
Sarah M.recommends
September 25, 2022
Faraway Tent Pitch
Such a beautiful spot! Really private and spacious pitches. Can’t wait to go back.
Frances Jasmine ?.recommends
September 19, 2022
Faraway Tent Pitch
Special place to camp
We thoroughly enjoyed our camping trip! Our site was beautiful with no close neighbours, it was quiet and scenic with great facilities. We saw lots of wildlife and enjoyed the walks.
Christina M.recommends
September 11, 2022
Forest Tent Pitch
Lovely woeded site, secluded but large pitches, giant wheelbarrows for carting stuff around.
Friendly and easy camping clise to nature.
Jo H.doesn't recommend
August 29, 2022
Forest Tent Pitch - 3
Great check-in experience and the wardens were friendly and helpful throughout. The campsite is in a good location and woodlands are beautiful. The facilities were all clean and well maintained. It's lovely that each pitch has it's own campfire circle. The wheelbarrow journey to our pitch was a bit challenging, the paths are very uneven and there are some steep slopes in places which are difficult to manage with a full wheelbarrow when you are small! Can't imagine how tricky it would be if it was at all muddy underfoot. The parking was a bit chaotic and sometimes it was hard to find a space. Our pitch was quite uneven and also it was a shame that it had been woodchipped which made it really uncomfortable underfoot without a tent carpet.
Overall lots of good things about the site and we love your off-grid vision, but a few things made it a bit impractical for us.
Jack G.recommends
August 24, 2022
Faraway Tent Pitch
Complete bliss
The private camp was so remote and being off grid was a blessing in disguise. The staff there were brilliant and helped us find our way through the forest to the all important pubs nearby. Highly recommend a visit if you need to switch off!
Nicholas C.recommends
August 23, 2022
Forest Tent Pitch
The site was perfect. The pitch was large, giving us enough space for two big tents and a good communal area for cooking and eating. The pitch was really well isolated from other pitches too, we could barely see other campers around us. The facilities were great, especially the bucket showers!
Ben C.recommends
August 17, 2022
Forest Tent Pitch
Family camping
Loved this campsite, great for families. It's set in a good location with lots to do in the surrounding areas for the family. The site is in beautiful woodland with good facilities. Plenty of room for the kids to go exploring.
Our pitch was in the woodland area, which made it feel very secluded even though it was busy.
Emily ?.recommends
August 17, 2022
Forest Tent Pitch
Secluded pitch
secluded with beautiful Silver Burch trees all around our private camp
Paul M.recommends
August 15, 2022
Forest Tent Pitch - 3
Woodland camping
This was a lovely setting. The walks around the wooded estate were great and the facilities exactly what we wanted, good toilets and the bucket showers all clean and good to go. Shame we couldn’t have the campfire but completely understandable. Recommended
Kath S.recommends
August 15, 2022
Faraway Tent Pitch
We loved our time camping at the beech Estate, it is such a special place, and living surrounded by trees for a few days is unforgettable. Pitches are spacious and not too close together.
Beatrice J.recommends
August 12, 2022
'Wild Glamping' Bell Tent
Best place ever!!!
I took my parents here who are in their late 70s and my daughter who is 6.. it was perfect for both! We had a brilliant beautiful bell tent in a beautiful forest and were amazed by the beautiful site.. such brilliant walks !! The showers are amazing.. do try them!!! And also the staff were so welcoming and friendly. We will definitely be back and thank you for such An amazing experience.. truly special.
Andrea D.recommends
August 11, 2022
Faraway Mini Tent Pitch
In a field of its own
I loved this pitch. While it's classed as mini - as not much level ground to pitch tent - it was extraordinary for me. As a solo cyclist, I often get mini but hemmed in by others tents, gazebos and cars. This mini pitch is actually sited within its own field away from the others so it a vast 360 degree view all to myself. (There is a footpath running through it but rarely used and anyone who did was very respectful)
There are no overhanging trees and branches so best avoided between 12am - 3pm during heatwaves, which was fine as I was off cycling. But this also means fab for night time star gazing.
Water and toilets a few minutes walk away.
David M.recommends
August 10, 2022
'Wild Glamping' Bell Tent
Great site, great for kids and the glamping plots were nicely secluded.
Josephine B.recommends
August 7, 2022
Forest Tent Pitch
Heaven.
Stunning site. Well appointed. Flush toilets a huge plus. Clean and well thought through. Great big wheelbarrows. Brilliant bucket showers. Stunning woodland walks (to great pubs). Couldn’t ask for more. Would certainly recommend seeing Battle Abby while here. Battle itself also a stunning town with brilliant charity shops !!
Eleftheria P.recommends
August 5, 2022
Faraway Tent Pitch
For a first time camping with my son we had an absolutely fantastic time at Beech Estate campsite. Ben was very helpful and had lots of tips for us when we arrived and throughout our stay. The wheelbarrows were super helpful and easy enough for my son to hold too. The diretions to our pitch were accurate and easy to follow. My son was very impressed with the bucket showers and they're also eco friendly so that was a plus. The neighbouring guests were far enough away from us not to disturb us and us them and everyone was so friendly. We tried one of the walking routes which was quite challenging but well worth it as the scenery was so beautiful and the wildlife too. There were some restrictions for the fires only being on until 9pm but it worked out just right because we were able to see the stars so clearly without all the light pollution. It was magical. We will definitely be returning next year. Thanks so much for an unforgettable experience.
Joe ?.recommends
August 4, 2022
Forest Tent Pitch - 3
Peaceful and great facilities
Jim E.recommends
August 4, 2022
Forest Tent Pitch
We had a great stay at Beech Estate Campsite. The campsite itself is huge, with 600 acres of space for kids to explore and adults to enjoy. Similarly, pitches are extremely large offering lots of seclusion and privacy. Bucket showers work really well and the toilet/washing facilities are well maintained. Thoroughly recommended
Sarah T.recommends
July 30, 2022
'Wild Glamping' Bell Tent
Bell Tent Camping
The grounds were beautiful and clean, very well-maintained, the bathrooms were spotless and the washing areas well kept.
Bell Tents were fantastic, what a great set up! Thank you
Emily K.recommends
July 25, 2022
Forest Tent Pitch
Really great get away for me and my friends. Our pitch was still close to other people but far enough away we had our own space to relax and have our own space.
Would definitely go back again !
Mark S.recommends
July 4, 2022
Faraway Hammock Pitch
Staff were extremely helpful. Site was exactly what I was looking for, idyllic, quiet (the younger ones adhered to the quiet times) and beautiful surroundings. Will definitely be having a return trip 🙂
Johanna B.recommends
June 19, 2022
Forest Tent Pitch
Lovely, thoughtful staff, surroundings and facilities. Had a wonderful trip and wouldn't hesitate to return.
Charlotte H.recommends
June 15, 2022
Forest Tent Pitch
Very chill weekend
This was a beautiful Campsite. We found we had enough privacy at pitch 13, yet the loos etc were still close enough. The staff were friendly and helpful. We walked to Battle and back and would reccomend it if you have the energy. We hope to come back soon to spend the weekend within the site and try outdoor cooking.
Michael M.recommends
September 24, 2021
Faraway Tent Pitch
After looking for somewhere more in touch with nature than just a field my partner and I came across beech farm estate. So glad we did, it is exactly what we were looking for in that it was surrounded by woodland, pitches separated very well ( we were in the faraway pitches), at night the only sounds were of the cackling of our campfire and the odd hoot from the owls. By day you can explore various routes and we came across deer early in the morning which was a bonus.
If you are looking for somewhere as close to wilderness as you can but with some facilities then this surely can't be beaten.
I shall definitely be back here in the future.
Charlotte B.recommends
September 21, 2021
Forest Tent Pitch
Having been brought up in Canada and camping in the wilderness there, campsites in the UK and the rest of Europe always looked more like villages than campsites to me, so finding the Beech Estate campsite has been wonderful! Having a tent pitch surrounded by trees and greenery with no other tents visible is bliss, not to mention cooking on the firepit, being off grid, the exciting bucket showers, the familiar compost toilets and forest walks. Joy!
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