Wild camping | Best Campgrounds in South Downs, England 2024

Opens 24 May

Sparright Farm

Pulborough, West Sussex, England

Adults-only wild camping on a farm in the South Downs National Park
Storrington five minutes’ drive; Bignor Roman Villa 15 minutes
Peaceful woodland setting; well-behaved dogs welcome

Bell tents pitched on site (guests' own tents)

9.4

Littleton Farm Campsite

Petworth, West Sussex, England

Working farm site in a valley on the South Downs Way
In the South Downs National Park, a 20-minute drive from Chichester
Café at the entrance to the farm; campfires allowed on site

9.1

Little Thakeham Farm

Storrington, West Sussex, England

Almost-wild camping on a peaceful farm site near Storrington
A 20-minute drive to the coast and Arundel Castle; 40 to Brighton
A mile from South Downs National Park; pub 15 minutes' walk away

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9.7

Newhouse Farm Wild Camping

Chichester, West Sussex, England

Quiet West Sussex wild camping site near the village of East Dean
A 15-minute drive to main Goodwood Estate; Chichester 25 minutes
In the South Downs National Park, with access to South Downs Way

Opens 7 June

9.9

Warminghurst Camping

Pulborough, West Sussex, England

Secluded and small site with amazing views over the South Downs
A 25-minute drive to Arundel Cathedral and Worthing beach
A historic site with walks, shops and pubs nearby

Opens 24 May

9.7

Wild Combe Camping

Midhurst, West Sussex, England

Small, dog-friendly South Downs National Park site with two reservoirs
A five-minute drive to the South Downs Way and paddleboarding on site
Logs available for firepits and a pub five minutes’ walk away

9

Clarefield Copse Wild Camping

Petersfield, Hampshire, England

Spacious back to basics site in the South Downs National Park
Within half an hour's drive of Chichester and Portsmouth
Next to woodland with fab views; half an hour's walk from local pub

9.4

Donnington Wild Camping

Chichester, West Sussex, England

Rural camping in a spectacular setting a few miles from Chichester
On-site toilet facilities and pub nearby
Dogs welcome, fires allowed and firepits available for hire

Opens 12 July

9.8

Sands Farm Weekend Camping

Horsham, West Sussex, England

Dog-friendly wild camping site surrounded by woodlands in West Sussex
A 20-minute drive from Leith Hill and 35 minutes from the South Downs
Three pubs, food shop and butcher a short walk away; barbecues allowed

10

Foot of the Downs

Henfield, West Sussex, England

Small glamping site on a working farm in the South Downs National Park
A half-hour walk to Devil's Dyke; 25 minutes' drive to Brighton
Ensuite units with private outdoor space and stunning views

9.4

Pear Tree Farm

Henfield, West Sussex, England

Peaceful, spacious family-run farm site 10 minutes from Henfield
10 minutes' drive from the South Downs National Park; 20 from Brighton
Pick up fresh free-range eggs from the farm's hens

Feather Down - Canfields Farm

Horsham, West Sussex, England

Luxurious and family-friendly glampsite on a West Sussex beef farm
An hour’s drive from London; 20 minutes to Horsham
Play area and animal encounters; pizza oven and covered pavilion

7.6

Sandy Meadow Farm

Pulborough, West Sussex, England

Peaceful working farm in the South Downs National Park
Within 10 minutes’ drive of woodlands, stately homes and vineyards
Haven for stargazers: in a Dark Sky Reserve

Little Rock Cottage Camping and Glamping

Storrington, West Sussex, England

Scenic three-acre site for peaceful escapes in the South Downs
A 20-minute drive to the south coast; 40 minutes to Brighton
A few minutes' walk from a waterfall and a mile from Storrington

Holly Farm

Billingshurst, West Sussex, England

Peaceful site in West Sussex on the edge of a small village
In the South Downs National Park; Chichester 35 minutes' drive
A mile from two local pubs and a village shop

The Swipes Camping

Washington, West Sussex, England

Wild and pet-friendly site in the South Downs with meadow views
On the South Downs Way and less than 10 minutes’ drive to Storrington
Barbecues and campfires permitted; deli meals organised for delivery

Fox Wood Camping

Worthing, West Sussex, England

Hideaway site on 35 acres of private woodland
In the South Downs National Park 15 minutes' drive from Worthing
Three pubs within walking distance, serving food and with gardens

9.2

The Field at Findon

Findon, West Sussex, England

Luxury bell tents on a small site in the South Downs National Park
A five-minute drive from Cissbury Ring and 15 minutes from Worthing
Three food pubs within 10 minutes' walk; firepit provided on site

Chanctonbury View Wild Camping at Gallops Farm

Worthing, West Sussex, England

Peaceful family-oriented campsite on a farm with South Downs views
A 15-minute drive to Worthing; 10 minutes’ walk to the South Downs Way
No-frills pitches with outdoor showers; fires allowed in firepits

Knepp Wildland Safaris and Camping

Horsham, West Sussex, England

Knepp – one of the largest re-wilding projects in lowland Europe
Stay in one of our beautiful shepherd’s huts or luxurious tents
Or simply pitch your own in our exclusive Wildland campsite

Wild camping: Camping sites & Campgrounds in South Downs

Sparright Farm

Littleton Farm Campsite

Little Thakeham Farm

Newhouse Farm Wild Camping

Warminghurst Camping

Wild Combe Camping

Clarefield Copse Wild Camping

Donnington Wild Camping

Sands Farm Weekend Camping

Foot of the Downs

Pear Tree Farm

Feather Down - Canfields Farm

Sandy Meadow Farm

Little Rock Cottage Camping and Glamping

Holly Farm

The Swipes Camping

Fox Wood Camping

The Field at Findon

Chanctonbury View Wild Camping at Gallops Farm

Knepp Wildland Safaris and Camping

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