Camping at Tomkins Farm
4.69 /5
Camping at Tomkins Farm is a rural retreat perfect for those looking to unwind in the Sussex countryside, only 15 minutes from Barcombe Mills for paddleboarding and wild swimming. There are a number of non electric grass pitches, suitable for tents and small camper vans. This is a lovely base for exploring the stunning South Downs National Park as well as the local area or trying some water sports, just half an hour from Brighton.
Family and dog friendly site in East Sussex, 15 -30 minutes from Barcombe Mills and Brighton
Set on a farm, a great choice for animal lovers - meet the sheep, alpacas and camels!
Freshly made pizzas cooked for you on Saturday evenings
About Camping at Tomkins Farm
This family friendly site is a peaceful rural retreat that welcomes families, well behaved groups and couples. With Brighton just half an hour down the road, home to stunning pebble beaches, this is a great choice to explore both the countryside and coast. Barcombe Mills is also only 15 minutes away too, a popular wild swimming and paddleboarding spot. There are grass pitches without electric. These spacious pitches allow tents, trailer tents and campervans to set up at this lovely spot. A great site for family get-togethers with an abundance of space for pitches to group together on request. There are also 5m bell tents available to hire. On a Saturday evening, you can relax and let the site owners cook you up some delicious pizzas. Dogs are allowed, but please keep them on the lead at all times as there are resident farm animals, including sheep, alpacas and camels! Fire pits can be provided and are perfect for toasting marshmallows after a busy day exploring, or for relaxing around under the stars.
Camping at Tomkins Farm is open from 05/04 to 30/09.
There are 42 accommodation options on-site
Bookable pitches and accommodation options
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40 x Non Electric Grass Pitches
Max 8 people
Grass pitches measuring approximately 12m x 1m without electric hook up. Suitable for tents, trailer tents and campervans.
Site tariff
Site rules and policies
I hate rules but we do have to have a few to make sure that the campsite can operate peacefully and within the planning requirements set by our local council.
We are not allowed to have any amplified music on the campsite (Planning Condition)
Children must be back on your pitch by 8pm and under close control.
Noise must be controlled/reduced by 9pm and respect shown to others that may be trying to settle down for the night.
Fire Pits must not be moved from their original location as we don't want endless burn marks in the fields. Please set your tents in a position around the fire pit you want.
Litter and rubbish must be taken home with you. (Planning Condition) If this just isn't possible then please ask I can collect you bags and deliver them to the local tip for a small fee/bag.
Things to do on site and in the North Chailey area
The stunning Bluebell railway is just a ten minute drive away where you can embark on an idyllic steam train ride through picturesque countryside. Sheffield Park and Garden is also just a ten minute drive away. This National Trust site has an expansive parkland, four lakes and hosts seasonal flower shows.
Venture down to Barcombe Mills just ten minutes away and take part in some wild swimming and paddle boarding. You will need to bring your own boards for this. You can even hire a boat from the Anchor Pub.
The bustling city of Brighton is only half an hour away and boasts lovely pebble beaches, the famous Laines for independent shops and the iconic Brighton Pier.
Other nearby activities:
- Ashdown Forest (15 minutes)
- Lewes town (15 minutes)
- Glynde for paragliding (20 minutes)
- Firle Beacon (25 minutes)
- Middle Farm (25 minutes)
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