Walking in the footsteps of Winnie the Pooh and Christopher Robin, it's easy to meet the stunning wildlife at this Sussex beauty spot. Come and picnic beneath the branches, try horse riding or throw pooh sticks off a bridge. With the Highweald AONB on hand, there's plenty for nature fans at these campsites near Ashdown Forest!
Telscombe, Lewes, East Sussex (18.1 miles)
Peaceful back to basics camping, just off the South Downs Way and a 20-30 minute walk to the beach.
4.79 /5
Brighton and Hove, East Sussex (18.2 miles)
Family friendly glamping pods on the edge of the South Downs. A 30 minute walk to Brighton seafront and marina!
Marden, Tonbridge, Kent (19.3 miles)
Award-winning, 5-star park surrounded by glorious countryside, right by the High Weald AONB. Dog friendly.
4.52 /5
Ockley, Dorking, Surrey (19.5 miles)
Back to basics camping allowing campfires, with a lovely well-stocked farm shop, nestled away in the Surrey Hills.
4.84 /5
Eastbourne, East Sussex (19.5 miles)
Glamping in fully furnished, traditional Sioux Indian tipis. Ten minutes to the coast and 20 minutes to Eastbourne!
Polegate, East Sussex (19.8 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
Battle, East Sussex (19.8 miles)
A magical woodland site, offering forest camping and wild glamping bell tents. Complete with bucket showers!
4.88 /5
Netherfield, East Sussex (19.8 miles)
Rural farm with tents and campervan pitches in the High Weald AONB, near Hastings and Normans Bay. Bell tents too!
4.57 /5
Filching, Polegate, East Sussex (20 miles)
Off grid wild camping and glamping site for nature lovers, situated within the South Downs National Park.
4.82 /5
Marden, Tonbridge, Kent (20 miles)
Luxury ensuite safari tents with modern interiors and a fully equipped kitchen. With fire pits and farm animals!
Crowborough, East Sussex (5.5 miles)
The towns and beaches of the south coast are only 20 miles from this lovely Club Site near the town of Crowborough.
Ashurst Wood, East Grinstead, East Sussex (3.7 miles)
Nestled in a piece of ancient woodland close to A.A. Milne's Ashdown Forest are a set of luxury glamping pods.
Horsted Keynes, West Sussex (4.5 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 (4.5 miles)
Cosy glamping in yurts nestled in an enchanting woodland haven beside a babbling brook. Family groups welcome.
Cowden, Edenbridge, Kent (4.7 miles)
Friendly, calm and tranquil base within the High Weald AONB for tourers only - surrounded by ancient woodland.
Withyham, East Sussex (4.9 miles)
Quiet, laidback camping and glamping bell tents with views of the High Weald AONB and back-to-basics facilities.
Lewes, East Sussex (5.7 miles)
Idyllic back-to-basics camping on the riverbank, opposite the Bluebell Railway in Sussex. Campfires allowed.
Scaynes Hill, West Sussex (5.8 miles)
Three large camping meadows to choose from, campfires and dogs welcome, by Ashdown Forest and the South Downs.
Newick, Lewes, East Sussex (6.7 miles)
Natural wild pitches or furnished yurts in a beautiful 13-acre woodland, with campfires and hot showers.
Hever, Edenbridge, Kent (7.3 miles)
Family run, back to basics farm site with a fishing lake, a 20 minute walk from Hever Castle. Fire pits available.
Edenbridge, Kent (7.7 miles)
An ideal site to relax at, offering fishing and lovely wildlife close to Hever Castle and the High Weald.
Isfield, East Sussex (9.8 miles)
Relaxed camping for all on an organic working farm in the heart of Sussex, situated alongside the River Ouse.
Uckfield, East Sussex (10.5 miles)
A small, rural touring and camping park close to the South Downs with excellent fishing on site. Open year round.
Chiddingstone, Kent (11.3 miles)
Off-grid glamping in luxury yurts and shepherd's huts in a meadow on an organic dairy farm in Kent.
Ringmer, Lewes, East Sussex (11.4 miles)
Members only tent and touring site set just one mile from the South Downs. Pets welcome and campfires allowed.
Southborough, Tunbridge Wells, Kent (11.5 miles)
Luxury, self-contained glamping pods set in the heart of rolling countryside, close to Tunbridge Wells and the A21.
Ditchling, Hassocks, East Sussex (11.8 miles)
Family and dog friendly camping on a working farm in the South Downs. In summer family activities, music and more!
Tonbridge, Kent (12 miles)
Adult only, peaceful camping and caravanning park with views across the Weald. Dog friendly.
Streat, Ditchling, East Sussex (12 miles)
Truly unique camping and glamping site at the foot of the South Downs near Brighton, with two wonderful treehouses.
Mayfield, East Sussex (12.5 miles)
Unique and luxurious treehouse hideaway, perched above a pond in ancient Sussex woodland.