Blackberry Wood
Streat, Ditchling, Sussex
Situated within the South Downs National Park, only 10 miles from Brighton, Blackberry Wood is a truly unique camping and glamping site with private camping glades in a woodland setting, each with their own fire pitch for the essential campfire. Glamping options include a double-decker London bus, a converted Wessex helicopter, a gypsy caravan, an 'Eco Perch' log cabin and two incredible treehouses.
About Blackberry Wood
Situated within the South Downs National Park, Blackberry Wood is just 10 miles north of Brighton near the pretty village of Ditchling with its great country pubs and amazing Art and Crafts museum. The area is perfect for walking, cycling and hiking and the South Downs Way is within easy reach. London is only an hour away by train. In the summer months, camping on the Wild Side is available - and reserved for adults who really want to get away from it all. It offers camping pitches in private glades set in woodland, each with a fire pit. For those who prefer more comfort, various glamping options including a converted London double-decker bus and a Wessex helicopter, plus a bright red glamping fire engine. Needless to say, these are immensely popular with families. Couples might prefer a romantic break in the gypsy caravan, tucked away in a corner of the site with its own outdoor kitchen. For more luxury, perhaps the most comfortable option is the Curvy Cabin - a fully insulated log cabin complete with shower room, toilet and kitchen. Or if you're feeling slightly more adventurous, the two incredible treehouses - Higgledy and Piggleby - should tick your boxes. Completely hand crafted and set up among the trees, they both come with shower room, toilet and kitchen, as well as beautiful terraces for al fresco dining.
Open all year
Facilities are 'back to basics' campsite but still include hot showers, flushing toilets, firewood and charcoal for sale and a small shop offering basic stuff for happy campers.
Adult only
Allow commercial vans
Allow pets
Bike hire
Café / restaurant
Communal BBQ
Disabled facilities
Drinking water
Electric hookups
Entertainment
Family friendly
Fires allowed
Fishing
Games room
Glamping
Golf
Horse riding
Hot tub
Internet access
Kids club
Kids playground
Laundry
Near beach
Near pub
Open year round
Peaceful
RV pitches
Shop
Showers
Swimming pool
Toilets
TV room
Vineyard
Water hookups
Watersports
W.C. disposal
There are 62 accommodation options on-site
25 x Woodland Camping
Woodland pitches (not grass!) of various sizes set in individual glades with private fire pit.
30 x Woodland Clearings and Open Meadow Camping (Adult Only)
Adult only camping with stunning views of the South Downs, in woodland clearings and on the open meadow neighbouring the site.
Site tariff
Interested in staying at Blackberry Wood?
Call 01273 890035 to book.
Unfortunately Blackberry Wood doesn't share their availability calendar with us yet. Availability changes quickly, especially in summer, so we recommend enquiring by phone to avoid missing out.
Site rules and policies
We operate a strict 'no noise' policy and therefore our site is not suitable for large groups or parties of any kind. We are a 'back to basics' campsite and don't offer any kind of electric hook-up.
Things to do on site and in the Ditchling area
This part of East Sussex is perfect for exploring the beautiful countryside with all its public footpaths and gorgeous country pubs. Being located within the South Downs National Park, there really is no excuse not to go hiking or biking along the South Downs Way.
The country town of Lewes with its Harveys Brewery is 5 miles away, or Brighton with all its temptations is only 10 miles away.
For family days out, Drusillas and the Bluebell Railway are both fantastic - or head for a refreshing walk along the Seven Sisters with their white cliffs.
The area is also establishing itself as the British Champagne region, with several award-winning vineyards such as Ridgeview in the vicinity.
Interested in staying at Blackberry Wood?
Call 01273 890035 to book.
Unfortunately Blackberry Wood doesn't share their availability calendar with us yet. Availability changes quickly, especially in summer, so we recommend enquiring by phone to avoid missing out.
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