There's something about the retro charm of this Sussex seaside town, with its brightly coloured deck chairs, Victorian pier and busy bandstand that really suits a chic stay. How about a jaunty bell tent with bunting or a cosy shepherd's hut by the coast? From the nearby South Downs to the soft sands of Beachy Head, you'll be spoiled for choice at these Eastbourne glamping sites.
Filching, Polegate, East Sussex (3.8 miles)
Off grid wild camping and glamping site for nature lovers, situated within the South Downs National Park.
4.82 /5
Polegate, East Sussex (3.9 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
Eastbourne, East Sussex (7.2 miles)
Glamping in fully furnished, traditional Sioux Indian tipis. Ten minutes to the coast and 20 minutes to Eastbourne!
Bexhill on Sea, East Sussex (9.5 miles)
Family friendly camping park with onsite play area, plus camping pods - a ten minute drive from the coast!
4.42 /5
Hellingly, East Sussex (9.7 miles)
Friendly, family run farm campsite with tent and campervan pitches, plus glamping - nearby the Cuckoo Trail.
4.9 /5
Chiddingly, East Sussex (10.2 miles)
Camping and glamping on a family-run working farm with onsite animals and produce, 20 minutes from Eastbourne.
4.91 /5
Waldron, Heathfield, East Sussex (11.8 miles)
Camping and glamping with fire pits set in a 70 acre woodland by the High Weald AONB. Dog and family friendly.
Lewes, East Sussex (12.6 miles)
Rural camping and touring for members only. Glamping pods too! Close to many walks and a short drive to Eastbourne.
4.9 /5
Crowhurst, Battle, East Sussex (12.6 miles)
Secluded, family site for tents, touring and bell tents at the heart of 1066 country. En-suite pitches too!
4.78 /5
Battle, East Sussex (12.7 miles)
A magical woodland site, offering forest camping and wild glamping bell tents. Complete with bucket showers!
4.88 /5
Telscombe, Lewes, East Sussex (13.2 miles)
Peaceful back to basics camping, just off the South Downs Way and a 20-30 minute walk to the beach.
4.78 /5
Telham, Battle, East Sussex (13.5 miles)
A back-to-basics, adult only camping and bell tent site between Hastings and Battle, 15 minutes from the beach.
4.93 /5
Netherfield, East Sussex (13.8 miles)
Rural farm with tents and campervan pitches in the High Weald AONB, near Hastings and Normans Bay. Bell tents too!
4.57 /5
Battle, East Sussex (14.1 miles)
Off-grid woodland glamping pods and bell tents with eco facilities, a 15 minute walk from Battle. Dog friendly.
4.73 /5
Battle, East Sussex (14.5 miles)
Ensuite shepherd's hut set in a private garden with a fire pit and scenic views over the East Sussex countryside.
Hastings, East Sussex (14.9 miles)
Family-friendly countryside camping, touring and glamping. Close to Hastings and Battle Abbey.
4.5 /5
Hailsham, East Sussex (4.8 miles)
Camping and glamping on a country farm, with a shop and tasty cafe, all set close to the South Downs.
Pevensey, East Sussex (5.3 miles)
The lovely sand of Pevensey appears at low tide just outside the site in Norman's Bay.
Firle, East Sussex (9.9 miles)
Traditional, off-grid campsite with complimentary fire pits and views of the South Downs, ten minutes from Lewes.
Horam, Heathfield, East Sussex (11 miles)
Small and quiet camping and glamping, with private campfire pitches in secluded corners. Pitches have own toilets!
East Hoathly, Lewes, East Sussex (12.1 miles)
Three luxury yurts with private hot tubs on the edge of the High Weald AONB, 30 minutes to sandy beaches.
Isfield, East Sussex (14.9 miles)
Relaxed camping for all on an organic working farm in the heart of Sussex, situated alongside the River Ouse.