Soak up Sussex's charming atmosphere from this pretty town along the River Arun - you've come to the right place. Stroll its attractive parkland, pop into local cafes and try some fresh flavours in the town market. Book a stay at one of these Horsham campsites and get out and about on the glorious South Downs.
Rudgwick, West Sussex (5.5 miles)
This peaceful site is only a short drive from a fishery and golf club - with plenty of activities for all to enjoy!
4.45 /5
Rudgwick, Horsham, West Sussex (6.1 miles)
A safari tent getaway on a welcoming farm by the South Downs, perfect for families.
Staplefield, West Sussex (6.2 miles)
Off grid and eco friendly camping site with tent pitches and bell tent glamping, plus a secret woodland onsite.
4.63 /5
Cuckfield, Haywards Heath, West Sussex (7.2 miles)
Bell tent glamping with easy access from Brighton and London. Enjoy campfires and wild swimming!
4.7 /5
West Chiltington, Pulborough, West Sussex (7.7 miles)
Secluded camping and glamping across wild meadows on a charming farm in West Sussex. Meet the highland cows!
4.76 /5
Balcombe, Haywards Heath, West Sussex (8.4 miles)
Luxury safari tents and a pod in a woodland setting. Situated in the High Weald AONB, a five minute walk to a pub.
4.66 /5
Henfield, West Sussex (8.4 miles)
Family friendly site in an oak-enclosed meadows with an onsite playpark and fishing. Just 20 minutes to Brighton!
4.66 /5
East Grinstead, West Sussex (11.3 miles)
Luxury, ensuite pods with hot tubs on a 320 acre countryside estate. Next to Missing Link's Brewery Tap Room!
4.87 /5
West Hoathly, West Sussex (11.6 miles)
A family-friendly back to basics campsite ideal for weekend getaways in the beautiful Sussex countryside.
4.84 /5
Barns Green, Horsham, West Sussex (3.8 miles)
Touring, camping and glamping in 100 acres of tranquil farmland and fishing lakes, near the South Downs.
Dial Post, Horsham, West Sussex (6.5 miles)
Glamping and camping in the heart of the Knepp Rewilding Project, close to the High Weald AONB.
Billingshurst, West Sussex (7 miles)
Camping and glamping in picturesque countryside. Within five minutes of Billingshurst and the South Downs.
Loxwood, Billingshurst, West Sussex (7.4 miles)
Caravan and Camping Club members only campsite set in stunning sussex countryside. Dogs welcome.
Wisborough Green, Billingshurst, West Sussex (7.4 miles)
Camping and shepherd's huts beside a pretty village pub, close to the South Downs and gorgeous countryside.
Dial Post, Horsham, West Sussex (8 miles)
Tranquil, family friendly, award winning tent and touring park on the edge of the South Downs Way. Dogs welcome.
Alfold, Surrey (9.3 miles)
An escape from the city in rolling Surrey Hills, with bell tents and a yurt with the perfect luxury details.
Hurstpierpoint, Hassocks, West Sussex (10 miles)
Naturist camping and touring site by the South Downs, set in 6 acres of woodland. Swimming pool and sauna on site.
Pulborough, West Sussex (11.2 miles)
Well maintained camping and caravan park with fully serviced pitches, grass electric hook ups and glamping tents.
Horsted Keynes, West Sussex (11.9 miles)
Back-to-basics camping with fire pits by the Bluebell Railway, ten minutes from Ashdown Forest. Dog friendly.
Horsted Keynes, Haywards Heath, West Sussex (11.9 miles)
Cosy glamping in yurts nestled in an enchanting woodland haven beside a babbling brook. Family groups welcome.
Parkland meets a thriving market town in Horsham, where you can browse through bustling shops, zigzag through teeny alleyways and come out in open squares.
Pop by lovely Horsham Museum and Gallery where you can discover over 26 galleries as well as admiring the building itself - a medieval merchant's house with two pretty walled gardens.
Make a night of it at the Capitol Theatre which puts on a programme of exhibits and entertainment throughout the year, perhaps after an afternoon browsing the bargains on Swan Walk - shopping central for Horsham's locals. Every year, French and Italian markets bring tasty Mediterranean flavours to town, too and September is the time to throw out the diet with Sussex's month long Big Nibble fest.
There are many historic houses in the area such as Parham House and Gardens, a stunning Elizabethan manor house with gardens where you can spot wild deer. Make time for the top views at Normandy Bramber Castle and the nearby Amberley Castle and Kings Mill are also worth visiting.
Bringing a few little monkeys with you? Fend off boredom for them with a trip to Huxley's Birds of Prey Centre and Gardens. They're sure to rub feathers with falcons, hawks, owls, buzzards and much more.
Have a ramble with the family at Warnham local Nature Reserve and then you'll find the perfect picnic spot at Summers Ponds to simply relax in, camp or fish.
If the adults fancy a tipple, Darkstar Brewery offers tasting tours of local ales, or you can have a fun day out at the local Segway centre.
The rolling downs and the High Weald Landscape Trail are perfect for getting a great walk in and nearby you can visit the Virtual Flight Centre in Coolham or go paint balling with a bunch of mates in Holmbush. The vibrant seaside city of Brighton with its pier, vintage shops in the Lanes and the romantic Brighton Pavilion is a short drive away.