Campsites that allow fires in Sussex

Polegate, East Sussex

4.6 /5

90 reviews

96%

would recommend

At the foot of the South Downs, by the Seven Sisters walking route. 15 minutes from Eastbourne beach!

Rye Foreign, Rye, East Sussex

4.81 /5

72 reviews

99%

would recommend

A relaxed and friendly camping and glamping site in 1066 Country, close to Rye and beaches like Camber Sands.

East Wittering, Chichester, West Sussex

4.87 /5

77 reviews

96%

would recommend

Award winning, traditional family-run site, a 20 minute walk from the beach. Ten minutes from East Wittering Beach.

Battle, East Sussex

4.83 /5

33 reviews

97%

would recommend

A magical woodland site, offering forest camping and wild glamping bell tents. Complete with bucket showers!

Hastings, East Sussex

4.86 /5

45 reviews

93%

would recommend

Camping on a working farm just outside the heart of Hastings. Just a ten minute drive to the seafront and pier!

North Chailey, East Sussex

4.71 /5

46 reviews

91%

would recommend

Surrounded by lovely walks through the Sussex countryside. Meet the sheep, alpacas and camels!

Chiddingly, East Sussex

4.95 /5

19 reviews

95%

would recommend

Camping and glamping on a family-run working farm with onsite animals and produce, 20 minutes from Eastbourne.

Sidlesham, Chichester, West Sussex

4.73 /5

67 reviews

97%

would recommend

Peaceful touring and glamping on a family-run site within ten minutes of Chichester and the coast. Dog friendly.

East Grinstead, West Sussex

4.98 /5

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.

Telscombe, Lewes, East Sussex

4.76 /5

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.

Hellingly, East Sussex

4.92 /5

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

4.62 /5

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!

Hastings, East Sussex

4.6 /5

30 reviews

93%

would recommend

Family-friendly countryside camping, touring and glamping. Close to Hastings and Battle Abbey.

Bodiam, Robertsbridge, East Sussex

4.65 /5

11 reviews

91%

would recommend

Camping and Shepherd's Huts on a 200 acre farm. Onsite watersports and a cafe serving food, drink and cocktails!

Bodiam, Robertsbridge, East Sussex

4.58 /5

41 reviews

83%

would recommend

Rural caravan and camping site with big pitches and an adventure playground. Campfires and pets welcome.

Graffham, Petworth, West Sussex

4.88 /5

17 reviews

94%

would recommend

Unique off-grid foodie site with homemade gastro dining over live fire. Family and dog friendly in the South Downs!

Battle, East Sussex

4.91 /5

16 reviews

100%

would recommend

Family friendly camping and glamping in the High Weald AONB by an ancient woodland. Just 20 minutes to Hastings.

Waldron, Heathfield, East Sussex

4.87 /5

14 reviews

93%

would recommend

Back to nature family camping and touring in the Sussex countryside. Dog friendly and campfires allowed.

Pett, Hastings, East Sussex

4.77 /5

13 reviews

100%

would recommend

Family run farm site in the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, ten minutes from beaches.

Northiam, Rye, West Sussex

Family camping, touring and glamping site with views of a vintage steam railway. Ten minutes to Bodiam and Rye.

Barcombe, Lewes, East Sussex

4.92 /5

16 reviews

88%

would recommend

Peaceful camping and glamping site near the South Downs. Surrounded by wildlife with campfires allowed!

West Hoathly, West Sussex

4.83 /5

51 reviews

96%

would recommend

A family-friendly back to basics campsite ideal for weekend getaways in the beautiful Sussex countryside.

Lewes, East Sussex

4.89 /5

19 reviews

89%

would recommend

Family-friendly camping and glamping in the South Downs National Park, just off the A27, 15 minutes from Brighton.

Peasmarsh, East Sussex

4.57 /5

15 reviews

80%

would recommend

Peaceful campsite with bucket showers on the banks of the River Rother, ten minutes from Rye. Dog friendly.

Hambrook, West Sussex

4.71 /5

15 reviews

93%

would recommend

Luxury woodland bell tents with an onsite bar and playground, ten minutes from Chichester. Dog friendly.

Eridge, East Sussex

4.57 /5

13 reviews

100%

would recommend

Peaceful almost wild camping with an onsite café in the woodland of Eridge Park, ten minutes from Tunbridge Wells.

Brede, Rye, East Sussex

4.85 /5

24 reviews

96%

would recommend

Quiet and secluded glamping in the heart of the East Sussex countryside. Open year round with onsite animals!

Staplefield, West Sussex

4.65 /5

15 reviews

93%

would recommend

Off grid and eco friendly camping site with tent pitches and bell tent glamping, plus a secret woodland onsite.

Battle, East Sussex

4.95 /5

4 reviews

100%

would recommend

Ensuite shepherd's hut set in a private garden with a fire pit and scenic views over the East Sussex countryside.

Waldron, Heathfield, East Sussex

Camping and glamping with campfires in a 70 acre woodland near the High Weald. Onsite farm shop and cafe too!

Rudgwick, Horsham, West Sussex

4.44 /5

22 reviews

86%

would recommend

This peaceful site is only a short drive from a fishery and golf club - with plenty of activities for all to enjoy!

Brede, Rye, East Sussex

5 /5

4 reviews

100%

would recommend

Private use of two fully furnished yurts with views over the Brede Valley and High Weald AONB. Dogs welcome!

Horsted Keynes, West Sussex

4.84 /5

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

4.81 /5

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.

Uckfield, East Sussex

4.65 /5

4 reviews

100%

would recommend

Family friendly camping and glamping near the Bluebell Railway. Campfires, workshops, wild spa, farm shop and more!

Upwaltham, Petworth, West Sussex

4.38 /5

23 reviews

91%

would recommend

Peaceful, rustic and rural secluded tent only wild campsite located on the South Downs Way with an onsite cafe.

Eridge Green, Crowborough, East Sussex

4.93 /5

14 reviews

100%

would recommend

Secluded, peaceful and back-to-basics tent camping at weekends only for over 21s in an AONB. Campfires welcome.

Cousley Wood, Wadhurst, East Sussex

4.94 /5

10 reviews

100%

would recommend

Shepherd's huts with cosy furnishings in a secluded field surrounded by woodland. Ten minutes to Bewl Water.

Hadlow Down, Uckfield, East Sussex

4.97 /5

8 reviews

88%

would recommend

Peaceful adult only shepherd's huts set around a fishing lake. Dog friendly with a wild swimming lake!

Appledore, Rye, East Sussex

5 /5

7 reviews

100%

would recommend

Two luxury safari tents with hot tubs, ensuites, scenic views and dogs welcome. 15 minutes to Camber Sands!

Lewes, East Sussex

4.83 /5

7 reviews

100%

would recommend

Rural camping and touring for members only. Glamping pods too! Close to many walks and a short drive to Eastbourne.

Eastbourne, East Sussex

Highly rated

Glamping in fully furnished, traditional tipis. A ten minute drive to the coast and 20 minutes to Eastbourne!

Cuckfield, Haywards Heath, West Sussex

4.77 /5

13 reviews

92%

would recommend

Bell tent glamping with easy access from Brighton and London. Enjoy campfires and wild swimming!

Thakeham, West Sussex

Highly rated

Unique American school bus with a modern interior, ensuite and more. By the South Downs, 20 minutes to the coast!

Battle, East Sussex

4.78 /5

12 reviews

92%

would recommend

Off-grid woodland glamping pods and bell tents with eco facilities, a 15 minute walk from Battle. Dog friendly.

Telham, Battle, East Sussex

4.62 /5

10 reviews

100%

would recommend

A back-to-basics, adult only campsite between Hastings and Battle, 15 minutes from the beach.

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.

Angmering, West Sussex

A friendly, family-run farm site beautifully positioned in the South Downs National Park, ten minutes from the sea.

Dial Post, Horsham, West Sussex

Glamping and camping in the heart of the Knepp Rewilding Project, close to the High Weald AONB.

Patching, West Sussex

Woodland camping in a stunning oak forest, perfect for family groups.

Hailsham, East Sussex

Camping and glamping on a country farm with a shop and café, all set close to the South Downs and Pevensey Bay.

Henfield, West Sussex

Family friendly site in an oak-enclosed meadows with an onsite playpark and fishing. Just 20 minutes to Brighton!

Lower Cousley Wood, Wadhurst, East Sussex

Fully furnished shepherd's huts and spacious bell tents set in the High Weald AONB. Family friendly.

Pulborough, West Sussex

Well maintained camping and caravan park with fully serviced pitches, grass electric hook ups and glamping tents.

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.

Findon, Worthing, West Sussex

A woodland and wildflower strewn hillside with camping fields at its base. Back to nature, simple and beautiful