Swallows Oast Glamping
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- Secluded glamping site in a private paddock three miles from Battle
- A 15-minute drive from Hastings; half an hour from Camber Sands
- Kitchen, barbecue, logs and fresh eggs supplied; pony rides on site
For a secluded glamping stay on the historic 1066 Route, head three miles outside of Battle and set up at Swallows Oast Glamping. Not that there'll actually be an awful lot of setting up to do when you arrive – the canvas accommodation here comes comfortably furnished and is fully-equipped for various styles of stay.
Beds are made up ready for your arrival, and you’ll also be supplied with a barbecue, charcoal and a bag of logs to make sure there’s a warm evening ahead. A few eggs from the farm’s free-range chickens are also included, and guests can buy extra eggs, logs and coal from the farm during their stay too. Handily, the units come with private flushing toilets and hot showers. There’s no electricity in the tents, but guests are welcome to use the fridge in the farm’s barn to store food and drink.
First steps for exploring the surrounding Sussex countryside should be taken in the woodland next door – there's direct access, so simply wander over that way whenever you feel like it. There's also the possibility of trotting around the grounds on horseback – have a chat with the farmers, and (for an extra charge) they'll be happy to sort pony rides for kids.
It's good to have Battle (10 minutes' drive) so close too, as this historic town has a small supermarket, an abbey and a railway station.
Site type
2 Open now
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
Languages spoken
English
Open from Wed, 16 Apr to
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Features
Dogs allowed
Campfires allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
PeacefulUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Communal fridge Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearbyType
Farm Tiny (1-10 pitches)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Mountain biking nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Swallows Oast Glamping
Park Lane
Whatlington
East Sussex
England
TN33 0NR
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.9525°N
0.50503°W
Nearest transport
Coach2.7 mi Abbey
2.7 mi Abbey
4.7 mi Royal George
Rail2.7 mi Robertsbridge Rail Station
2.8 mi Battle Rail Station
4.4 mi Crowhurst Rail Station
Ferry22.7 mi Newhaven Harbour Ferry Terminal
28.5 mi Folkestone Eurotunnel Terminal
Airport18.7 mi Lydd London Ashford Airport
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
Looking a little further afield, this spot is well-placed for visits to the historic sites around Hastings and Battle (where the Battle of Hastings actually took place…), all of which can be reached within five to 10 minutes' drive. Another local landmark you won't want to miss is Bodiam Castle and its moat (10 minutes). Once you've taken a tour of the castle itself, the building is perhaps best admired from the water, for which you have the paddleboarding and kayaking opportunities of Bodiam Boating Station (15 minutes).
A wider range of watersports can be tried out at Bewl Water (20 minutes), where fishing, lakeside strolls and splashing around at the aqua park are also on the menu. For some fresh forest air, there's also Bedgebury National Pinetum (20 minutes) with its bike trails and ace adventure park.
Fond of feeling the sand between your toes? It's half an hour to ever-popular Camber Sands, while Hastings (15 minutes) and its shingle beach, castle and funicular have all the makings of a fine day out.
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Leonards | 7.4 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Hastings Pelham Beach | 7.7 mi | Sea | N/A | N/A | N/A | Good |
| Bexhill | 8.2 mi | Sea | N/A | N/A | N/A | Good |
| Winchelsea | 9.8 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Norman`S Bay | 10.3 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
1066 Battle Abbey and Battlefield 2.8 mi
Bodiam Castle 3.1 mi
Great Dixter House and Gardens 5 mi
Batemans 6 mi
Hastings Castle and 1066 Story 7.5 mi
National Trust
Bodiam Castle 3.8 mi
Bateman's 6.1 mi
Lamb House 9.9 mi
Smallhythe Place 10.3 mi
Scotney Castle 10.5 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
1066 Walk: Battle to Bexhill 2.7 mi
Battle of Hastings, 1066 3 mi
BATTLE ABBEY 3 mi
Round and about Bodiam Castle 3.7 mi
FORE WOOD (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 22/07/1976) 4.4 mi
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
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- Does Swallows Oast Glamping have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Swallows Oast Glamping dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Swallows Oast Glamping? Looking a little further afield, this spot is well-placed for visits to the historic sites around Hastings and Battle (where the Battle of Hastings actually took place…), all of which can be … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Swallows Oast Glamping?
Read moreOn-site accommodation Arrive: 3 p.m. – 10 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Swallows Oast Glamping? From £220 (for 2 nights, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.