Hare and Hounds Campsite makes the perfect base for exploring 1066 Country, Camber Sands beach trips and the lovely Sussex coastline. You'll find dog friendly tent and VW sized campervan/motorhome pitches and a cosy ensuite shepherd's hut. It's walking distance from Rye and a good pub with an excellent bus service too.

Why choose Hare and Hounds Campsite

Camping and glamping situated just five minutes from the historic town of Rye

Family and dog friendly close to the South Coast and sandy beaches

Idyllic countryside walks with a traditional pub just five minutes away

About the site

Formerly a pub, the Hare and Hounds is set in idyllic countryside situated just two miles outside historic Rye. It features two fields, totalling around 2.5 acres - so there is plenty of room. The pluses here are a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, with clean facilities and the opportunity to sit by a campfire! Pitches are suitable for tents, campervans and motorhomes (up to 6m), with 12 electric hook-ups for guests. Fire braziers are available to hire if you need them. For couples, the shepherd's hut is perfect, and it includes ensuite facilities, a double bed and a cosy wood burner. Sorry, the site cannot accommodate groups of more than two families/ pitches together. Dogs are welcome, but please keep them on their leads during your stay.

Hare and Hounds Campsite's season normally runs from April until September. Sign up to alerts and we'll let you know when bookings re-open.

"Fabulous location, marvellous host, and great facilities. Everything you need for a weekend away"

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"The shower blocks were excellent and spotless"

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"What a hidden treasure ... ticks all the boxes"

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What facilities are at Hare and Hounds Campsite?

Accessible facilities

Allow commercial vans

Allow pets on site

Café / restaurant / takeaway

Drinking water

Family friendly

Shop

Showers

Toilets

W.C. disposal

WiFi

Electric hookups

EV charging

Fires allowed

Freezer

Fridge

Glamping

Horse riding

Near beach

Near pub

Wash up area

Site facilities include six toilets, four hot showers and a urinal. There is drinking water, a washing up area, fridge, freezer, microwave and charging points. Fire baskets and fire wood are available for hire.

The site also has an electric vehicle charge point.

A country pub is five minutes away and there are more shops and pubs at Rye, which is a five minute drive. A bus stops directly outside the site too.

There are 29 accommodation options on-site

16 x Non Electric Grass Pitches

Max 2 people

Grass pitches without electric in an open field for tents and smaller campervans and motorhomes up to 6m long.

12 x Electric Grass Pitches

Max 2 people

Electric pitches on a grass field for tents and smaller campervans and motorhomes up to 6m long.

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Excellent campsite

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Nicky B

Medium Tent - Non Electric Grass PitchesAug 2025

Great little campsite, walkable to Rye. Facilities very clean. We had a great series of nights here with friends.

Lovely quiet campsite

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Alice G

Large Tent - Non Electric Grass PitchesAug 2025

Lovely quiet campsite. Good facilities. Very near Rye and Camber Sands.

Good campsite, only downside is main road next to the fields

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Joel T

Small Tent - Non Electric Grass PitchesAug 2025

Very good facilities and space. Noise at night from road is the only downside.

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Frequently asked questions about Hare and Hounds Campsite

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Site rules

Is Hare and Hounds Campsite dog friendly?

Yes, a maximum of two dogs are welcome to join you provided they are kept on a lead whilst on the site and are not a breed/crossbreed listed under the Dangerous Dogs Act or any of the following: Staffordshire Bull Terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa. Camber Sands, just six miles away, is dog friendly all year round.

Are BBQs/campfires allowed at Hare and Hounds Campsite?

BBQs and campfires are welcome and must be kept raised off of the ground, and the site also have fire braziers available to hire - fire wood also available onsite.

What time is check-in/out at Hare and Hounds Campsite?

Check-in is from noon till 7pm - your departure is due by 11am on your final day.

Does Hare and Hounds Campsite have a quiet time or noise policy?

Yes, Hare and Hounds Campsite does operate a quiet policy between 10pm and 8am.

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Is there a map of Hare and Hounds Campsite?

Yep, you can view a layout of the site here.

Does Hare and Hounds Campsite allow awnings, gazebos or pup tents?

Awnings and gazebos are allowed free of charge, sorry pup tents are not permitted.

Things to do on site and in the Rye area

1066 Country isn't just for journeys through history - it also has great countryside for hiking and cycling. Stop off at Battle to get an impression of the spot named after the famous Norman conquest.

For beach trips, the beautiful dunes of Camber Sands are unmissable and you can spend the day watching the gentle roll of waves in the sunshine.

There are lots of activities around here including: