Woodfire at Westerlands offers a unique foodie experience in the heart of the South Downs. A crackling fire and dogs are both welcome, with non electric grass pitches for tents and campervans, while those without a tent can hire a hassle-free ready tent with beds provided. Enjoy 'spa like' hot showers or take in the views while hosts Stella, Griff and their team cook up delicious, locally sourced evening meals and breakfasts over a wood fire!

Why choose Woodfire at Westerlands

Overall winner of Most Unique Site in our 2025 Camping and Glamping Awards

Perfect for foodies with incredible locally-sourced gastro meals prepared daily over fire

Set in the heart of the South Downs National Park with glorious views and dark skies at night

Off-grid, family and dog friendly site with fire pits welcome, awarded a Green Tourism Gold Standard

About the site

Set amongst the rolling hills of the South Downs, the site is centred around food, family and enjoying the outdoors. This is the camping that summers are made of, with glorious views, wonderful walking routes, campfires and delicious meals on offer. Bring your tent and pitch up anywhere you like on the field, regardless of the tent size! This site keeps things relaxed and easy. There are 21 non electric tent pitches in total, with five pitches allowing up to six guests. If hammering in tent pegs doesn't suit, you can enjoy a blissfully hassle-free holiday under canvas. The site offers stylish pre-pitched tents with beds provided inside and cosy bedroom lighting. It's all the fun of camping without bringing a car boot packed with equipment. The water used for everything on the campsite comes from pure natural spring water from deep underground, while the facilities are designed to be as environmentally friendly as possible. This campsite is all about living lightly on the land, enjoying the surrounding environment while making as little impact as possible. Don't forget the delicious food, either. The heart of the campsite is the camp kitchen, where most days you'll find a feast being cooked over the fire. Expect hearty home cooking, with the chance to dine with family, friends or fellow campers around communal trestle tables. Dogs are welcome to join you in your own camping tent, but unfortunately cannot stay in the pre-erected tents.

The site is open for weekends from April to the end of September throughout the week during the summer school holidays. Pitches from £44/night for 2 people.

"The food really is superb. High-end restaurant quality, or even better"

Keston S

"The meals that are cooked are delicious and really makes this campsite a standout"

Arthur L

"A must stay for anyone who wants to give camping a try but would miss home comforts!"

Sarah B

"Top notch service from beginning to end and I keep telling all my friends to book"

Emma P

"Best showers we have used at a campsite"

Liz B

What facilities are at Woodfire at Westerlands?

Accessible facilities

Allow commercial vans

Allow pets on site

Café / restaurant / takeaway

Drinking water

Family friendly

Shop

Showers

Toilets

W.C. disposal

WiFi

Communal BBQ

Fires allowed

Freezer

Glamping

Near pub

Peaceful

Wash up area

Guests have access to well-maintained compost toilets, spacious instant hot showers with hooks, log seats, mirrors, and a washing up area with three sinks and dry plate racks.

On most days, breakfast and dinner are available for an extra cost. To preserve the park's Dark Sky setting, electricity is only available in the camp kitchen and can be used to charge gadgets.

Jeeva and Vasu run the friendly Graffham Village Shop, a 30-35 minute walk away, equipped with everything you could need for your stay. It also has a small cafe serving teas, coffees, cakes and homemade samosas.

The main farm also offers horse riding, fitness classes (including yoga), and a wild sauna, plunge pool and treatments for an additional cost.

The site is also within walking distance of four lovely locals, The Cricketers, The White Horse, The Three Moles and The Foresters Arms. The Foresters Arms is the closest, just a 25 minute stroll away.

Great for everyone

Enjoy hearty meals with fellow campers, unwind in the outdoor sauna, or explore the water by canoe. Surrounded by the amazing South Downs.

Great for foodies

Unique food experience with locally sourced meals prepared daily over a wood fire for breakfast and dinner. Think bavette steak, BBQ chicken thighs and more!

Great for walkers

Set within the South Downs National Park, countless walking routes are right on your doorstep, along with dark skies for strolls under a canopy of stars.

There are 30 accommodation options on-site

Bookable pitches and accommodation options

21 x Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches

Max 6 people

Grass 8m x 5m pitches without electric, suitable for tents of any size.

Other accommodation

5 x Non Electric Grass Pitches

Max 6 people

Grass 8m x 5m pitches without electric for small campervans or tents of any size.

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Wonderful weekend with friends

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Katie A

Large Tent - Non Electric Grass Tent PitchesAug 2026

Fabulous weekend. Thank you team. Everyone was superb! You have thought of everything. Loved it!

Great site

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Keston S

Ready Tent - Pre-Erected TentsApr 2025

We had a great time, thank you! The food really is superb. High-end restaurant quality, or even better. Good wine too. The site is peaceful and spacious and the facilities are very good. It's a good spot for young children, who can explore and run around within an enclosed space safely and without ever going far out of sight.

Great trip!

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Bruce C

Ready Tent - Pre-Erected TentsJul 2024

One of the nicest camping spots we've been to, with wonderful views and skies. Great walks and not far from the lovely beaches.

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Frequently asked questions about Woodfire at Westerlands

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Site rules

What time is check-in and check out at Woodfire at Westerlands?

Check-in at Woodfire at Westerlands is available from 2pm to 9pm or sunset (whichever is earlier). Please advise the site if you are delayed. Check out is due before 1pm on your last day of camping, or 11am for the pre-pitched tent.

Is Woodfire at Westerlands dog-friendly?

Yes, Woodfire at Westerlands is dog friendly on the camping pitches. Please note that dogs are not permitted in the pre-erected tents. They must be kept on a lead and supervised at all times. Breeds and crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act are prohibited.

Does Woodfire at Westerlands allow BBQs and campfires?

Yes, Woodfire at Westerlands allows BBQs and campfires, as long as they are raised off the ground. Bring food to cook with family, friends or fellow campers at the communal trestle tables! Firewood is also available for purchase at the site's kitchen.

Does Woodfire at Westerlands allow groups or pitches being booked together?

Yes, Woodfire at Westerlands allows group bookings, as camping is one of the best ways to get together! Group organisers will receive free meals. However, as the campsite is a small area, group bookings are limited to 20 people across a maximum of five pitches.

Pitches

Does Woodfire at Westerlands allow awnings, gazebos or pup tents?

Awnings, gazebos and pup tents are not permitted on the pitches at Woodfire at Westerlands.

Can I park next to my pitch at Woodfire at Westerlands?

No, to keep the paddock safe and quiet at Woodfire at Westerlands, vehicles are not allowed on the camping field. Wheelbarrows are available for unloading and loading belongings. The car park is next door to the paddock (no more than 100m away).

Are bedding and towels included at Woodfire at Westerlands?

If you are staying in one of the pre-erected tents at Woodfire at Westerlands, please bring your own bedding and towels.

Facilities

Does Woodfire at Westerlands have a shop onsite?

No, Woodfire at Westerlands does not have a shop. Graffham Village Shop, run by Jeeva and Vasu, is within a 35 minute walk for picking up essentials. For a larger supermarket, Sainsbury's and Tesco are both a 20 minute drive away.

Is there a restaurant or cafe at Woodfire at Westerlands?

No, Woodfire at Westerlands does not have a restaurant or cafe. However, Graffham Village Shop has a cafe serving tea, coffee, cakes and even homemade samosas! For other food and drink options, The Cricketers, The Foresters Arms and The White Horse Inn are within a ten minute drive.

A note from the site themselves...

We set up Woodfire in 2018 because we love camping, cooking and being outside. We've both camped all our lives, and we know that, done right, it's the most luxurious holiday you can have.

Inspired by the Italian agriturismos that we have stayed at ourselves, we wanted to create a great site with fabulous facilities and a generous welcome with Woodfire touches to make the perfect stay.

We cook locally sourced and delicious food for guests to eat alfresco with friends. Our reputation has grown over the years, and we are honoured to have received rave reviews from The Guardian, The Telegraph, The Times, BBC Good Food and Time Out.

We're passionate about the environment, living lightly on the sites that we occupy, and we're proud recipients of a Gold Award from the rigorous Green Tourism Sustainability Certification Scheme in association with the South Downs National Park Authority, where we have worked to create action plans around three goals: people, place and planet.

Woodfire Camping is all about a conviction that life is better outdoors. It's growing in ways we couldn't have imagined - a testament that others feel the same way. We love nothing more than meeting the huge variety of people who come to Woodfire and are always open to new suggestions and collaborations, Stella and Griff

Woodfire at Westerlands is ideal for...

Couples

Older children (13+)

Peace and quiet

Young children

Things to do on site and in the Petworth area

Set amongst the South Downs National Park, there are thousands of acres to explore, with walking routes for dedicated walkers and intrepid explorers! From the campsite, follow the track straight from the field up to the South Downs Way, a 100-mile route with stunning views along the way.

The area is also a haven for cyclists, with plenty of tracks and quiet lanes to explore. When you fancy a day by the water, the beaches at Climping, Bracklesham Bay and West Wittering are all within 20-40 minutes, while Arundel Lido is 20 minutes away and has lovely views of Arundel Castle.

There are plenty of ways to spend a day off the campsite, from fishing to golf to exploring historic towns, grand houses and gardens within 15-30 minutes. Head to Arundel Castle and Gardens for a dose of history, explore the charming towns of Petersfield, Midhurst and Petworth, or even visit one of the local vineyards.

For something a little different, you can even catch the ferry from Portsmouth, 45 minutes away, for a day trip to the Isle of Wight.

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