When can I check in and check out of Lower Gate Glamping?

On-park accommodation Arrive: 2 p.m. – Anytime Depart by: 10:30 a.m. Read more

How much does it cost to stay at Lower Gate Glamping?

From $268.05 (for 2 nights, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.

Lower Gate Glamping

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Luxury bell tents at an East Sussex family farm a mile from Battle
A 20-minute drive to historic Hastings; 25 minutes to Rye
Private bathroom and firepit for each tent; breakfast hampers to order

Perhaps you’ll follow the fairy trail through the grounds, or spot some deer and their fawns in the woods as the sun sets. Maybe you’ll see a buzzard flying overhead as you eat breakfast, or be treated to a shimmering display of stars in the sky while you cuddle up by the campfire… Either way, there should be plenty of special moments to experience at Lower Gate Glamping. This East Sussex farm location has been in the same family for over 50 years, and current owners Alan and Marian have now chosen to invite guests to share in this lovely rural spot. Not only that – they’ve set up the bell tents in one of their favourite spots around the 24-acre property. The bell tent paddock is very secluded and private, with lovely views all around and plenty of chances to spot wildlife. You’re also welcome to take a stroll around the rest of the grounds, taking in the woods, the stream and the gardens looking out over the Netherfield valley. A lot of effort has gone into making these tents cosy and comfortable – each one is kitted out with a kingsize bed (with luxury bedding and a stack of blankets), two single pull-out futons and a stove for cooking or warming up. Tea, coffee, a fridge and a solar charging pack are included too, and each tent has its own bathroom with a hot shower and compost toilet. Each tent is set up on a wooden deck that’s got a gas barbecue, a firepit (with a basket of logs) and a table and chairs; breakfast hampers can be added to your booking and other bits can be bought at the shops in Battle, five minutes’ drive away.

Campground type

Open now

Please note

Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.
The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
Guests are advised to bring a good quality flashlight with them as parts of the park are unlit.
No gas barbecues allowed.
No charcoal barbecues allowed.
No electric barbecues allowed.
If reception is closed on arrival: please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, Apr 4 to Mon, Oct 13 2025

Campsite types & availability

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Features

Dogs allowed

Campfires allowed

Leisure on park

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis Watersports

Amenities on park

Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Hikers’ paradise Lake and/or mountain Luxury Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Communal freezer Communal fridge Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transportation nearby

Type

Farm Tiny (1-10 sites)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horseback riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Lower Gate Glamping

Lower Gate Farm

Whatlington Road

Battle

East Sussex

England

TN33 0NA

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)

GPS

50.93259°N
0.48866°W

Nearest transport

Bus

1.2 mi Abbey

4.2 mi Sainsbury's

Rail

1.4 mi Battle Rail Station

3.1 mi Crowhurst Rail Station

3.7 mi Robertsbridge Rail Station

Ferry

21.4 mi Newhaven Harbour Ferry Terminal

29.7 mi Folkestone Eurotunnel Terminal

Airport

19.5 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

Your first outing should probably be to Battle (five minutes’ drive), to visit the abbey and the site of the 1066 Battle of Hastings. After that, there are plenty more historic places to visit nearby, including Hastings itself (20 minutes), Rudyard Kipling’s former home Bateman’s (20 minutes) and the romantic moated Scotney Castle (half an hour). While you’re down at the coast you might also like to poke around at the indie shops in Rye (25 minutes) or hit the beach at Camber Sands (35 minutes). If you’re more in the mood for a garden visit, set off instead for Sissinghurst Castle Garden (35 minutes), created by Vita Sackville-West. If you’ve got kids with you, good days out might include the various activities of Knockhatch Adventure Park (35 minutes) or the animals and play areas at Drusillas Park (40 minutes). There are lots of outdoor activities for all ages at Bewl Water (half an hour) as well.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name	Distance	Type	2020	2019	2018	2017
St Leonards	6.3 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Bexhill	6.7 mi	Sea	N/A	N/A	N/A	Good
Hastings Pelham Beach	6.9 mi	Sea	N/A	N/A	N/A	Good
Norman`S Bay	8.8 mi	Sea	N/A	Good	Good	Excellent
Winchelsea	10.2 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

1066 Battle Abbey and Battlefield 1.3 mi

Bodiam Castle 4.6 mi

Batemans 6.2 mi

Great Dixter House and Gardens 6.4 mi

Hastings Castle and 1066 Story 6.7 mi

National Trust

Bodiam Castle 5.3 mi

Bateman's 6.2 mi

Lamb House 10.7 mi

Scotney Castle 11.6 mi

Smallhythe Place 11.7 mi

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

1066 Walk: Battle to Bexhill 1.2 mi

Battle of Hastings, 1066 1.5 mi

BATTLE ABBEY 1.5 mi

FORE WOOD (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 22/07/1976) 2.9 mi

ASHBURNHAM PLACE 3.7 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.

Policies

Booking terms and conditions

Changes to your holiday

Bookings cannot be amended within 7 day(s) of arrival.

Admission

Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.

Arrivals and departures

No refunds/discounts for inclement weather, late arrivals or early departures.
The park will send you further check-in information 5 day(s) before your arrival.

Dogs

Guide dogs are allowed on site free of charge.
The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.

Extras

Motorcycle(s) can be brought instead of the car(s) included.

General

Bookings are nominative and non-transferable.
Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
Dogs on the beds are not permitted.
In the event of a complaint, please speak to reception immediately. Complaints which are not brought to the management's attention during your stay cannot be dealt with once you have left the site.
Public areas are non-smoking.
Quiet hours must be respected between 10:30 p.m. and 7 a.m..
Radio, music and TV players must be kept at a low volume. Car doors and trunks must be closed quietly.
Refunds within the indicated cancelation period are only possible if the park is able to relet your unit/site.
The management reserves the right to deny access or terminate the stay of those guests whose behavior is deemed unsuitable. No refunds will be offered.
The park is not liable for any refund in the event of force majeure.

Hired accommodation

Your unit must be left clean and tidy; a fine of £20.00 ($25.40) will be charged for unclean units upon departure.

Reception

If reception is closed on arrival: please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Safety

Guests are advised to bring a good quality flashlight with them as parts of the park are unlit.
If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
No charcoal barbecues allowed.
No electric barbecues allowed.
No gas barbecues allowed.

Taxes

This area is not subject to city tax.

Payment terms

Offers

Conditions apply - see campsite type section for details

Nearest campgrounds

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable campgrounds.

Frequently asked questions

Does Lower Gate Glamping have a swimming pool? No View all features
Is Lower Gate Glamping dog friendly? Yes View all features
What attractions are near Lower Gate Glamping? Your first outing should probably be to Battle (five minutes’ drive), to visit the abbey and the site of the 1066 Battle of Hastings. After that, there are plenty more historic places … Read more
When can I check in and check out of Lower Gate Glamping?

On-park accommodation

Arrive: 2 p.m. – Anytime

Depart by: 10:30 a.m.

Read more
How much does it cost to stay at Lower Gate Glamping? From $268.05 (for 2 nights, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.