Rother Valley Caravan Park
Northiam, Rye, West Sussex
Set in the High Weald AONB, Rother Valley Caravan Park is a rural, family friendly campsite, within ten minutes of Rye and Bodiam. Set along the Kent and East Sussex Railway, you can watch the steam trains chugging past. There are non electric and electric grass pitches for tents and tourers, plus cosy furnished bell tents and camping pods for glampers. There is a small play park and a field for games, with pubs and cafes within a 15 minute walk!
Why choose Rother Valley Caravan Park
Family and dog friendly camping, touring, camping pods and bell tents in the High Weald AONB
Views of a heritage railway, with a small play park, ball games field and fire pits for hire!
Within a 15 mintue walk of cafes, pubs and the River Rother, a ten minute drive to Rye and Bodiam
About the site
Located on the East Sussex and Kent border, this traditional family friendly campsite enjoys great views of the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. You can even unwind on your pitch and watch the vintage steam trains chug along the Kent and East Sussex Railway. Tents, trailer tents, campervans, caravans and motorhomes are welcome on the main field grass pitches. Each pitch measures 8m x 10m and allows up to ten guests, with the option of a 16 amp electric hook up. Tucked away in a woodland alcove, you can also find additional 7m x 7m non electric grass pitches. These are suitable for tents, trailer tents and campervans only. For camping in all weather, there are a further four gravel hardstanding pitches for tourers. If you want to leave the tent pegs at home, opt for one of the cosy camping pods. Each pod includes a dining area, heating, electric sockets, a small fridge, crockery and utensils. Simply choose from the two person pods with a pull out double bed, or the four person pods with an additional two single beds. Please be sure to bring along your own bedding, as this is not supplied. You could also opt for one of the cosy bell tents, sleeping four with a double bed and two single camp beds. You will be provided with handy essentials like camp lights, a water carrier and cool box, plus a gas hob stove, kettle, cooking utensils and crockery. Outside is a picnic table and a BBQ for meals al fresco. Dogs are welcome to join you on the camping pitches and in the bell tents. Please note, the camping pods are pet free. For evenings onsite, you are welcome to hire a fire pit, with logs available to purchase too. BBQs are also allowed, just please ensure they are raised off the ground.
Bell tent available from 16th May, two person pod from 19th May, and four person pod from 23rd May, all until 10th September
"Friendly staff, spotlessly clean facilities and the most gorgeous views"
Karen C
"Hidden little gem"
Donna C
"A beautiful spot for a lovely sunset and to watch a steam train go by"
Chantelle J
There are 47 accommodation options on-site
Bookable pitches and accommodation options
5 x Bell Tents (Dog Friendly)
Max 4 people
Bell tents with a double bed and two single camp beds (bring own bedding). Includes a gas hob stove, kettle, cooking utensils, crockery, camp lights, water carrier and cool box. Outside is a picnic table and BBQ. Shared facilities nearby. Dog friendly.
Two Person Camping Pod
Max 2 people
Camping pod with a pull out double bed. Includes a dining area, heating, electric, mini fridge, kettle, cooking utensils and crockery. Please bring your own bedding. Shared toilet and showers nearby. Pet free.
Four Person Camping Pod
Max 4 people
Glamping pod with a pull out double bed and two single beds. Includes a dining area, heating, electric, mini fridge, kettle, cooking utensils and crockery. Please bring your own bedding. Shared toilet and showers nearby. Pet free.
Other accommodation
4 x Gravel Hardstanding Touring Pitches
Max 6 people
Gravel hardstanding pitches with 16 amp electric hook ups. Suitable for trailer tents, roof tents, campervans, caravans and motorhomes.
Need to know
Frequently asked questions about Rother Valley Caravan Park
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Site rules
What time is check-in and check out at Rother Valley Caravan Park?
You are able to check-in from 1:30pm until 8pm, if you are going to be delayed please let the site know. Check out is due before noon on your last day.
Is Rother Valley Caravan Park dog-friendly?
Dogs are welcome on the camping pitches and in the bell tents with up to four permitted per booking, sorry the camping pods are dog free. Please ensure that dogs are kept on a lead at all times and not left unattended, breeds and crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act are not permitted.
Does Rother Valley Caravan Park allow BBQs and campfires?
Fire pits are available to hire and logs are available to purchase, BBQs are also welcome as long as they are raised from the ground.
Does Rother Valley Caravan Park allow groups or pitches being booked together?
Group bookings of four or more adults are not permitted (couples and family members are an exception), this includes no hen and stag parties.
Does Rother Valley Caravan Park have a quiet time or noise policy?
Yes, there is a quiet time policy between 11pm and 7:30am, the site also asks that radios, music and TVs to be kept at at low volume.
Pitches
Does Rother Valley Caravan Park allow awnings, gazebos or pup tents?
No, sorry awnings, gazebos and pup tents are not permitted.
Can I park near my pitch at Rother Valley Caravan Park? Or Is there parking adjacent to the pitch?
Yes, parking is available beside your pitch.
What amp is the electric hook up at Rother Valley Caravan Park?
The electric pitches have a 16 amp hook up.
Where can I find Rother Valley Caravan Park's map?
You can find the site's map here.
Facilities
Is there WiFi at Rother Valley Caravan Park?
No, sorry there isn't WiFi available onsite.
Does Rother Valley Caravan Park have a shop onsite?
During peak season there is a pop up shop that offers ice cream, drinks and the basics. Or, there is a Spar or a Jempson's Local a 25 minute walk away if you need to pick up any essentials.
Is there a restaurant or cafe at Rother Valley Caravan Park?
There isn't a restaurant or cafe onsite but Sahebs Indian restaurant is next door, or a 15 minute walk away there are a selection of cafes and a pub.
Does Rother Valley Caravan Park have electric vehicle charging?
No, sorry the site does not have facilities for electric vehicle charging.
What's nearby
What are the nearest public transport links to Rother Valley Caravan Park?
There is a bus stop just outside of the park, or Bodiam train station is a ten minute drive away.
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