Looking to wander the halls of one of the oldest inhabited houses in England and lose yourself in its ancient walled gardens? There's plenty more to explore, too, in Arundel's historic town nestled below the arch of the South Downs. For the best chance at seeing it all, these campsites near Arundel Castle are the perfect base.
Patching, West Sussex (3.6 miles)
Woodland camping in a stunning oak forest, perfect for family groups.
4.69 /5
Angmering, West Sussex (4.2 miles)
A friendly, family-run farm site beautifully positioned in the South Downs National Park, ten minutes from the sea.
4.8 /5
Upwaltham, Petworth, West Sussex (6.1 miles)
Peaceful, secluded tents only campsite located on the South Downs Way with onsite cafe. Ground campfires welcome!
Graffham, Petworth, West Sussex (8 miles)
Family and dog friendly foodie site in the South Downs with campfires. Off-grid with gastro meals available!
4.92 /5
West Chiltington, Pulborough, West Sussex (9.7 miles)
Secluded camping and glamping across wild meadows on a charming farm in West Sussex. Meet the highland cows!
4.76 /5
Lancing, West Sussex (10.8 miles)
Tempting beach lovers exploring the South Coast, this peaceful and uncrowded site is only 7 miles from Brighton.
4.66 /5
Oakwood, Chichester, West Sussex (11.3 miles)
A luxurious glamping yurt village with hot tubs and hammocks, in beautiful countryside beside the South Downs.
4.75 /5
Sidlesham, Chichester, West Sussex (11.4 miles)
Peaceful touring and glamping on a family-run site within ten minutes of Chichester and the coast. Dog friendly.
4.69 /5
East Wittering, Chichester, West Sussex (14.3 miles)
Award winning, traditional family-run site, a 20 minute walk from the beach. Ten minutes from East Wittering Beach.
4.87 /5
Hambrook, West Sussex (14.5 miles)
Luxury woodland bell tents with an onsite bar and playground, ten minutes from Chichester. Dog friendly.
4.82 /5
Henfield, West Sussex (14.7 miles)
Family friendly site in an oak-enclosed meadows with an onsite playpark and fishing. Just 20 minutes to Brighton!
4.66 /5
Aldsworth, Emsworth, Hampshire (15.7 miles)
Small, peaceful camping and glamping site on a working farm in the South Downs. Just 15 minutes from Chichester.
Rudgwick, West Sussex (16 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 (16.8 miles)
A safari tent getaway on a welcoming farm by the South Downs, perfect for families.
Cuckfield, Haywards Heath, West Sussex (19.9 miles)
Bell tent glamping with easy access from Brighton and London. Enjoy campfires and wild swimming!
4.7 /5
Arundel, West Sussex (3.8 miles)
This Club Site is in an orchard in Slindon Park with beautiful views across the coastal plain of West Sussex.
Graffham, West Sussex (8.5 miles)
In the heart of the South Downs National Park, Graffham Club Site has pitches surrounded by trees.
Slindon, Arundel, West Sussex (2.8 miles)
Family friendly, small, peaceful site with grass and hardstandings for tents, caravans or motorhomes. Dog friendly.
Climping, Littlehampton, West Sussex (3.1 miles)
This dog friendly site is tucked away on a working farm by the South Coast. Enjoy river walks and the nearby beach.
Walberton, Arundel, West Sussex (3.5 miles)
Small certificated club site set on a working farm with easy access to South Downs, Brighton and Portsmouth.
Climping, Littlehampton, West Sussex (3.6 miles)
Family friendly, back-to-basics, tent and touring caravan site with electric grass pitches. Dogs welcome.
Climping, Littlehampton, West Sussex (4 miles)
Small and peaceful site with a selection of yurts and bell tents, a half a mile to Climping beach.
Findon, Worthing, West Sussex (5.9 miles)
A woodland and wildflower strewn hillside with camping fields at its base. Back to nature, simple and beautiful
Fittleworth, West Sussex (6.6 miles)
A cosy treehouse for couples with a sweeping balcony, set by the South Downs National Park and close to Goodwood.
Findon, Worthing, West Sussex (6.8 miles)
A tranquil family friendly site in the South Downs - walking distance from pubs and South Downs Way.
Pulborough, West Sussex (7.3 miles)
Well maintained camping and caravan park with fully serviced pitches, grass electric hook ups and glamping tents.
Pagham, Bognor Regis, West Sussex (9.8 miles)
A small, peaceful adult only camping and glamping site in Pagham. Promoting Nature and wildlife on the South Coast.
Donnington, Chichester, West Sussex (10.6 miles)
A true camping experience, getting back to basics with plenty of space to be at one with the countryside.
Donnington, Chichester, West Sussex (10.6 miles)
Peaceful, self-catered glamping in a spacious shepherd's hut close to West Wittering beach and the South Downs Way.
Dial Post, Horsham, West Sussex (10.8 miles)
Tranquil, family friendly, award winning tent and touring park on the edge of the South Downs Way. Dogs welcome.