Famous for a church known as the Cathedral of the South Downs, here's a village that delivers boutiques and shops heaving with curios to dazzle visitors. Stay by the calming banks of the Cuckmere River in Alfriston campsites, and get your heart racing over the surrounding South Downs. Top of everyone's list are luxurious tours of the Rathfinny Wine Estate and seeing the Alfriston Clergy House, a National Trust gem dating back to the 14th century.
Filching, Polegate, East Sussex (3 miles)
Off grid wild camping and glamping site for nature lovers, situated within the South Downs National Park.
4.82 /5
Polegate, East Sussex (3.4 miles)
A scenic site at the foot of the South Downs, walking distance from pubs and shops. 15 mins from Eastbourne beach!
4.51 /5
Telscombe, Lewes, East Sussex (7 miles)
Peaceful back to basics camping, just off the South Downs Way and a 20-30 minute walk to the beach.
4.78 /5
Chiddingly, East Sussex (7.2 miles)
Camping and glamping on a family-run working farm with onsite animals and produce, 20 minutes from Eastbourne.
4.91 /5
Westham, Pevensey, East Sussex (7.3 miles)
Peacefull, adult only camping and touring site in a nature reserve on the Pevensey Levels. Onsite animals and shop!
4.75 /5
Hellingly, East Sussex (7.9 miles)
Friendly, family run farm campsite with tent and campervan pitches, plus glamping - nearby the Cuckoo Trail.
4.91 /5
Waldron, Heathfield, East Sussex (8.8 miles)
Camping and glamping with fire pits set in a 70 acre woodland by the High Weald AONB. Dog and family friendly.
Lewes, East Sussex (8.9 miles)
Rural camping and touring for members only. Glamping pods too! Close to many walks and a short drive to Eastbourne.
4.9 /5
Eastbourne, East Sussex (9.3 miles)
Glamping in fully furnished, traditional Sioux Indian tipis. Ten minutes to the coast and 20 minutes to Eastbourne!
Waldron, Heathfield, East Sussex (9.8 miles)
Back to nature family camping and touring in the Sussex countryside. Dog friendly and campfires allowed.
4.85 /5
Lewes, East Sussex (10 miles)
Family-friendly camping and glamping in the South Downs National Park, just off the A27, 15 minutes from Brighton.
4.9 /5
Isfield, Uckfield, East Sussex (10.2 miles)
Traditional campsite with complimentary fire pits in a village setting, 15 minutes from the Bluebell Railway.
Brighton and Hove, East Sussex (10.9 miles)
Family friendly glamping pods on the edge of the South Downs. A 30 minute walk to Brighton seafront and marina!
Barcombe, Lewes, East Sussex (11.1 miles)
Peaceful camping and glamping site near the South Downs. Surrounded by wildlife with campfires allowed!
4.88 /5
Firle, East Sussex (3.8 miles)
Traditional, off-grid campsite with complimentary fire pits and views of the South Downs, ten minutes from Lewes.
B2104, Hailsham, East Sussex (4.9 miles)
A small caravan park with grass camping, set in the East Sussex countryside with access to the NCN's Cuckoo Trail.
Hailsham, East Sussex (5.6 miles)
Back to basics camping with campfires, set just 10 minutes from the South Downs, on a family friendly site.
Hailsham, East Sussex (7.4 miles)
Camping and glamping on a country farm, with a shop and tasty cafe, all set close to the South Downs.
Ringmer, Lewes, East Sussex (7.7 miles)
Members only tent and touring site set just one mile from the South Downs. Pets welcome and campfires allowed.
Uckfield, East Sussex (8.6 miles)
A small, rural touring and camping park close to the South Downs with excellent fishing on site. Open year round.
Heathfield, East Sussex (9.3 miles)
Set near the High Weald AONB, this dog friendly park is close to Eastbourne and Beachy Head with fishing nearby.
Isfield, East Sussex (9.4 miles)
Relaxed camping for all on an organic working farm in the heart of Sussex, situated alongside the River Ouse.
Pevensey, East Sussex (9.6 miles)
The lovely sand of Pevensey appears at low tide just outside the site in Norman's Bay.
Horam, Heathfield, East Sussex (9.7 miles)
Small and quiet camping and glamping, with private campfire pitches in secluded corners. Pitches have own toilets!