Back to basics campsites in Sussex
31 back to basics campsites in Sussex
Battle, East Sussex
33 reviews
97%
would recommend
A magical woodland site, offering forest camping and wild glamping bell tents. Complete with bucket showers!
North Chailey, East Sussex
46 reviews
91%
would recommend
Surrounded by lovely walks through the Sussex countryside. Meet the sheep, alpacas and camels!
East Grinstead, West Sussex
10 reviews
100%
would recommend
Summer pop up campsite with a communal fire pit and sauna for hire. A 15 minute walk to a pub and Standen House.
Hellingly, East Sussex
18 reviews
100%
would recommend
Friendly, family run farm campsite with tent and campervan pitches, plus glamping - nearby the Cuckoo Trail.
North Chailey, East Sussex
25 reviews
84%
would recommend
Back-to-nature camping and bell tents by the South Downs, surrounded by woodland. Onsite yoga, gong baths and more!
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Telscombe, Lewes, East Sussex
61 reviews
97%
would recommend
Peaceful back to basics camping, just off the South Downs Way and a 20-30 minute walk to the beach.
Waldron, Heathfield, East Sussex
14 reviews
93%
would recommend
Back to nature family camping and touring in the Sussex countryside. Dog friendly and campfires allowed.
West Hoathly, West Sussex
51 reviews
96%
would recommend
A family-friendly back to basics campsite ideal for weekend getaways in the beautiful Sussex countryside.
Peasmarsh, East Sussex
15 reviews
80%
would recommend
Peaceful campsite with bucket showers on the banks of the River Rother, ten minutes from Rye. Dog friendly.
Horsted Keynes, West Sussex
11 reviews
91%
would recommend
Off-grid wild glamping in the forest with beautifully furnished bell tents, bucket showers and campfires.
Filching, Polegate, East Sussex
14 reviews
100%
would recommend
Off-grid camping and glamping site in the South Downs National Park. Within 15 minutes of Eastbourne and the beach.
Eridge Green, Crowborough, East Sussex
14 reviews
100%
would recommend
Secluded, peaceful and back-to-basics tent camping at weekends only for over 21s in an AONB. Campfires welcome.
Telham, Battle, East Sussex
10 reviews
100%
would recommend
A back-to-basics, adult only campsite between Hastings and Battle, 15 minutes from the beach.
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Findon, Worthing, West Sussex
A tranquil family friendly site in the South Downs - walking distance from pubs and South Downs Way.
East Dean, Chichester, West Sussex
Wild camping and basic bell tents in the Goodwood Estate, near Chichester. Family and dog friendly.
Fernhurst, Haslemere, West Sussex
A truly beautiful, high quality sustainable natural retreat in the heart of the South Downs National Park.
Patching, West Sussex
Woodland camping in a stunning oak forest, perfect for family groups.
Horam, Heathfield, East Sussex
Small and quiet camping and glamping, with private campfire pitches in secluded corners. Pitches have own toilets!
Newick, Lewes, East Sussex
Natural wild pitches or furnished yurts in a beautiful 13-acre woodland, with campfires and hot showers.
Streat, Ditchling, East Sussex
Truly unique camping and glamping site at the foot of the South Downs near Brighton, with two wonderful treehouses.
Pett, Hastings, East Sussex
Family friendly campsite surrounded by woodland. Within a 15 minute drive of Rye, Hastings and the beach!
Scaynes Hill, Haywards Heath, West Sussex
Family friendly camping and glamping in ancient West Sussex woodlands, ten minutes from a charming local pub.
Hastings, East Sussex
Off-grid and family friendly camping in woodlands or meadows in the High Weald AONB. 15 minutes from Hastings.
Isfield, East Sussex
Relaxed camping for all on an organic working farm in the heart of Sussex, situated alongside the River Ouse.
Isfield, Uckfield, East Sussex
Traditional campsite with complimentary fire pits in a village setting, 15 minutes from the Bluebell Railway.
Climping, Littlehampton, West Sussex
Small and peaceful site with a selection of yurts and bell tents, a half a mile to Climping beach.
Pett, Hasting, East Sussex
Back to basics campsite in the High Weald AONB, stunning countryside views, 15 minute walk to the beach.
Chilgrove, Chichester, West Sussex
Dog friendly wild camping in the heart of the South Downs National Park, in reach of Chichester and the coast.
Hailsham, East Sussex
Back to basics camping with campfires, set just 10 minutes from the South Downs, on a family friendly site.
Lewes, East Sussex
Idyllic back-to-basics camping on the riverbank, opposite the Bluebell Railway in Sussex. Campfires allowed.
Ringmer, Lewes, East Sussex
Members only tent and touring site set just one mile from the South Downs. Pets welcome and campfires allowed.
