Dernwood Farm
Waldron, Heathfield, East Sussex
Dernwood Farm offers guests an authentic camping experience set in a 70 acre woodland next to the High Weald AONB. Family and dog friendly camping with 25 field pitches, plus three secluded woodland pitches, each of these has a campfire and loo. Great glamping options from a charming bell tent to a safari tent. Enjoy a delicious breakfast or treat from the onsite cafe, or pick up meat from the farm shop to cook up on the fire pit for dinner.
Why choose Dernwood Farm
Dog friendly and car free camping pitches with campfires welcome and a farm shop and cafe!
Next to the High Weald AONB, 40 minutes from Brighton and Eastbourne
Family friendly site set on a farm within 70 acres of ancient woodland with walks and rope swings!
About the site
Set on a working farm within 70 acres of ancient woodland, this family friendly site has space to let the children run free and for adults to unwind with a glass of their favourite tipple back by the tent. Pick up a delicious treat at the cafe, or some farm meat for your campfire from the farm shop. For campers, there are 25 wild grass camping pitches set in a car free field, ensuring everyone's safety. Surrounded by wildlife these pitches are the perfect spot to unwind and unplug from everyday life. The walk from the car park is 400m or ten minutes, but rest assured there are trolleys and wheelbarrows to help you get your kit to your pitch! Or, there are three encampment pitches set within the woodlands around a fenced natural pond. Sycamore, Holly and Hazel each have their own fire pit with log seating, and a shared covered washing up area and loo. These pitches are also available for exclusive group hire. For glamping, there are three furnished bell tents set just off the camping field to catch the evening sun. Ash and Willow can be exclusively hired by a group, or are also private enough for individual use. Oak, is set in its own private woodland clearing. Inside each are sofa beds, a wood burning stove. Outside is an outdoor kitchen, a Dutch oven and seating. The shepherd's hut is set in a woodland clearing, equipped with a double sofa bed, wood burner and double gas hob. Two children can sleep in the upstairs 'loft' where the ceiling is blackboard for creating masterpieces! Outside is a hot water wet room, a fire pit, seating and hammock. For groups, the safari tent is a great option, sleeping up to eight. Equipped with a kitchen, dining table, chairs, a sofa and woodburner. Outside is a fire pit and pizza oven. There is a bathroom accessible from the back of the tent. Or, the waggon which has U-shaped seating that converts to a double bed, a kitchen area and a cosy wood burner. Outside is a hot tub, seating and a loo. Finally, the glamping cabin sleeps five, designed and built by TV architect George Clarke in series three of George Clarke's Amazing Spaces. It sleeps five with two outside verandas, one is covered with a brazier and hammock and the other is sunny in the mornings so perfect for breakfast. Outside there is a huge wood-fired hot tub, outdoor wet room, fire pit and seating. Within 40 minutes of Brighton, Tunbridge Wells and Eastbourne, all great spots for family days out. This site offers guests a relaxing getaway surrounded by nature, filled with bluebells in the spring, lush greenery in Summer and wild chestnuts in Autumn. Home to a whole host of wildlife including rabbits, deer and buzzards. Campfires are welcome, with logs and kindling available to purchase from the site. Please note, that guests are not allowed to forage for firewood. The site is dog friendly, please ensure dogs are supervised at all times.
Dernwood Farm is open from 11/03 to 30/09.
"Beautiful campsite, in a gorgeous woodland setting"
Rebecca L
"Amazing staff, amazing woods, amazing campsite & facilities!"
Damiano T
There are 35 accommodation options on-site
Bookable pitches and accommodation options
2 x Bell Tents
Max 4 people
5m bell tents set in woodland clearings. These are furnished and include a Dutch oven. Please bring your own bedding and towels. Shared facilities nearby. Sorry, no pets.
Large Bell Tent
Max 6 people
6m tent set in private woodland clearing. Furnished with two large double sofa beds and two single sofa beds, bring own bedding. Includes dutch oven, tripod and grill to use with the fire pit and outdoor kitchen. Shared facilities nearby. Sorry, no pets.
The Shepherd's Hut
Max 4 people
Set in a private woodland clearing with a double bed and upstairs loft for children, bedding is provided for the double bed. There is also a woodburner and small kitchen too. Outside is a wet room and hammock. Sorry, no pets.
Safari Tent
Max 8 people
A luxury glamping option which sleeps eight in two bedrooms and a double cabin bed, bedding included except for the sofa bed. There's a woodburning range, cosy furnishings and ensuite facilities. Sorry, no pets.
The Wagon
Max 2 people
Set in a woodland clearing, with a double bed with bedding and toasty woodburner. Outside is a fire pit, hammock, and hot tub. Private outside loo, with shared shower facilities nearby. Sorry, no pets.
The Cabin
Max 5 people
Set in the woodlands with a sofa bed and a bedroom with a double bed and single bed on top, bedding provided except for the sofa bed. There is also a wood burner and hot tub too. Private hot shower and composting loo just outside. Sorry, no pets.
Need to know
Frequently asked questions about Dernwood Farm
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Site rules
What time is check-in and check out at Dernwood Farm?
Check-in is available from 2pm until 8pm, please let the site know if you are going to be delayed. Check out is due before 1pm on your last day.
Is Dernwood Farm dog-friendly?
Yes, up to two dogs are allowed per pitch and the site asks that dogs be kept on a lead at all times and not left unattended. Please note, that breeds and crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act are not permitted.
Does Dernwood Farm allow BBQs and campfires?
Campfires and BBQs are permitted as long as they are raised from the ground. The encampment pitches, shepherd's hut, safari tent and the glamping cabin all have fire pits. There are logs and kindling available to purchase as guests are not permitted to forage for fire wood.
Does Dernwood Farm allow group bookings?
Family groups are permitted, but party groups like Hen and stag parties are not permitted.
Pitches
Does Dernwood Farm allow awnings, gazebos or pup tents?
Yes, you can bring an awning, gazebo or pup tent with you but be sure to add this on when making your booking.
Can I park near my pitch at Dernwood Farm? Or Is there parking adjacent to the pitch?
The pitches are car free, there is a car park about a ten minute walk from the pitches and there are trolleys and wheelbarrows to help you get your kit to your pitch.
Where can I find Dernwood Farm's map?
The site map can be found here.
Facilities
Does Dernwood Farm have a shop onsite?
Yes, there is a shop selling free range eggs, meat and fresh milk, yoghurt and ice cream. There is also a selection of tinned and dry goods as well as snacks, condiments, tea and coffee.
Is there a restaurant or cafe at Dernwood Farm?
Yes, there is a cafe onsite with indoor and outdoor seating serving breakfast, brunch, snacks and a range of hot and cold drinks.
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