Sunnyside Pop Up Camping

Sunnyside Pop Up Camping offers a traditional camping getaway with a Scandi twist, set on the outskirts of East Grinstead in Sussex. Open mostly on weekends during the summer, there are unmarked grass pitches for tents and campervans or unfurnished bell tents. Unwind by the communal campfire or hire out the Finnish sauna, with events like den building and curry night throughout the season. A country pub is also just a 15 minute walk away!

Why you'll love it at Sunnyside Pop Up Camping

About the site

Switch off and unwind, surrounded by scenic Sussex countryside. The site is well located for exploring, with National Trust - Standen House and Garden a five minute walk away, along with Wakehurst, East Grinstead and Forest Row within a 15 minute drive. The site is made up of four fields of wildflower hay meadow surrounded by private woodland. The camping takes place mainly on the top fields, leaving the rest for people to explore. The Lower Fields are for quiet camping, with music allowed (until 11pm) in the Upper Field. There is space for up to 20 tent pitches and five campervan pitches. All of the pitches are unmarked (so you can pitch up with family), allowing up to eight guests per tent and five guests per campervan. If you want to leave the tent pegs at home, opt for an unfurnished 4m bell tent. Sleeping up to four, each tent has room for all of your usual camp gear , beds and bedding, or you can hire it from the site when you book. You can buy seasoned firewood, kindling firelighters and even marshmallows at the Centre Camp shop. If you wish to make a fire, there are a few to hire from the site or you can bring your own with you (just make sure not to burn the grass). Up to two friendly dogs are welcome per pitch and in the bell tents. There's good 4G coverage throughout the site, however, it is also a great spot to go off-grid and relax!

Sunnyside is open from 23rd May to 1st June, for weekends from June 20th to 17th August 31st and then from 27th 31st August.

There are 30 accommodation options on-site

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Bookable pitches and accommodation options

20 x Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches

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20 x Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches

Max 8 people

Spacious unmarked grass pitches without electric, suitable for tents only.

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5 x Non Electric Grass Campervan Pitches

5 x Non Electric Grass Campervan Pitches

Max 5 people

Spacious unmarked grass pitches without electric, suitable for campervans only.

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Sunnyside Pop Up Camping reviews

4.98 /5

10 reviews

100%

would recommend

Overall

4.98

Location

5

Value for money

5

Service

5

Facilities

4.9

Cleanliness

5

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Best place for rookie wilderness campers

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Charles S

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Small Tent - Non Electric Grass Tent PitchesMay 2025

Everything was perfect for my 7-yr old and myself — from location to hospitality to practicality of the space. The small shop was very convenient and the hosts were delightful. Can’t wait to come back.

Site's response

Thanks Charles, we are so glad you like what we are doing and can't wait to see you and your son again. Heath

Awesome campsite, 10/10 would go again!

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Ivan G

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Small Tent - Non Electric Grass Tent PitchesMay 2025

Hi! My girlfriend and I visited the campsite and we were so pleasantly surprised by everything - amazing hosts, the location being very nice and there is a Finnish sauna and running hot water showers! I would recommend this to anyone and I am already thinking of when to visit again. Also, the area is generally nice for walks and there is a small forest which is cute :)

Site's response

Thanks so much, so glad you enjoyed it, and really happy to introduce you to Sauna. See you later in the summer. Heath

A hidden gem

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Sinead D

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Medium Tent - Non Electric Grass Tent PitchesMay 2025

A hidden gem - wholesome, relaxed, and perfect for kids who love freedom. Sunnyside probably wouldn't have been my first choice initially, as it doesn't have the usual facilities to keep kids entertained - but actually, it turned out to be absolutely perfect. It's wholesome, low-key, and super friendly. The atmosphere felt genuinely safe, which meant I could let my 7-year-old roam freely - and that's all he really wants! When we arrived, there was a swing (which sadly broke during our stay), and while that was a shame, a small play area would be a great addition. I didn't try the sauna this time, but friends who did said it was fantastic. The owners were incredibly friendly, and it's the kind of place I'd happily return to on my own with my son - I know we'd both enjoy it, and there would be other lovely adults around to chat to. A really special spot. I would probably not stay longer than a night or two without friends joining us as would worry the kids would get bored (although boredom is good!)

Site's response

Thanks, we are so glad you took a chance with us and tried out our style of camping. I am glad to report the swing is now fully operational. next time I really want you to try the sauna. I am very proud of it.

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