Eyelid Farm

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Camping field view
Herd of deer sunbathing
Herd of deer
View from the salehurst bridleway
Wild deer enjoying the sun
Sunflowers
Tractor at work
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Camping field view
Herd of deer sunbathing
Herd of deer

  • Pop-up meadow camping on an East Sussex working farm with rural views
  • A five-minute drive to Bodiam Castle; 35 minutes to Camber Sands beach
  • Country walks from site; foodie pub and farm shop a 10-minute drive
In need of some down time? Chances are you’ll find it at Eyelid Farm, a peaceful, pop-up campsite on a working farm near Bodiam in East Sussex. With only a handful of spacious pitches available, the camping field is set on a sheltered field with nothing more than the occasional herd of deer to disturb you. OK, so this is true wild camping, where you’re left pretty much to your own devices. Feel free to pick your own pitch and don’t forget that well-behaved dogs are allowed to come on your mini-break too. Facilities may be minimal, but toilet facilities and a standpipe with fresh water are available. You can buy logs and kindling at the site, and also hire a firepit for barbecues. From your pitch, it’s a 50-minute walk through fields and woodland to a farm shop in Salehurst for local produce to cook up on the grill, or if you’re sworn off cooking, there’s a dog-friendly foodie pub (it’s best to book in advance) close by, with a leafy terrace and gorgeous views of surrounding fields. Oh – and finally, a couple of house rules. The owners do ask that you keep noise to a minimum between 10.30pm and 8am, so everyone can enjoy a peaceful night’s sleep.

Campground type

Tent sites 8
RV sites 3
Open now
Opens May 23
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • The park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
  • Group bookings of 6 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
  • No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.
  • Guests are advised to bring a good quality flashlight with them as parts of the park are unlit.
  • Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
  • There is no reception building on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, May 23 to

Campsite types & availability

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2 adults
0 children

Reviews

9.7

Overall rating from 82 Pitchup.com customers

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Peaceful

99% would recommend this campground to a friend

95% would stay here again

What customers say

This peaceful, spacious campsite boasts immaculate, hotel-quality restrooms. Guests loved the ample room on the large field, friendly owners, and beautiful location with nearby attractions. Overall, overwhelmingly positive with many wanting to return.

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The space we had… great view The new vanity Very friendly welcome The…

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Anonymous

Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked The space we had… great view
The new vanity
Very friendly welcome
The freedom for our dog

Disliked Nothing

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A spacious campsite with good, clean facilities. The location is convenient for…

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Mark C.

Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked A spacious campsite with good, clean facilities. The location is convenient for local walks and day trips. Staff are very helpful and welcoming.

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Everything - this is a great site and as only live 45…

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Nicola A.

Primitive grass RV campsite

Liked Everything - this is a great site and as only live 45 minutes away have stayed here before as it is great for a weekend break.
We love it that you are able to pitch where you like; facilities are first class; owner great; very peaceful - perfect place.
We will definitely be back! 😃

Disliked Nothing

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Great little hidden gem

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Luke S.

Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked Great farm site
Friendly owner who was very hospitable
Great bathroom and shower

Disliked Nothing

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I had a great trip at Eyelids Farm, camping in a thunderstorm!…

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Anonymous

Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked I had a great trip at Eyelids Farm, camping in a thunderstorm! Beautiful setting, friendly host, right on a good hiking trail/right of way, clean and luxurious bathrooms, easy to access water and waste.

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Good spot for exploring Rye and Camber Sands

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Anonymous

Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked What a beautiful site. So lovely and v quiet. The bathroom / showers are luxe. Farmer who runs the site is lovely

Disliked Nada!

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The quietness of the site. The shower was fantastic and very clean. A…

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Anonymous

Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked The quietness of the site.
The shower was fantastic and very clean.
A friendly reception when we arrived.
Washing up facilities were a nice surprise as they weren't in the spec.

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Very clean, modern facilities, very friendly staff and loads of space.

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Martin T.

Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked Relaxed, easy- going vibe, very spacious, spotless facilities, and friendly reception (including from Major the dog!)

Disliked Nothing

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Everything was fabulous, exactly as described, amazing site!

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Lianne F.

Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked EVERYTHING!! This site is a hidden gem. Its exactly as described. Spacious, quiet, unspoilt, the shower block/loos are brand new and better than at home ha ha, super clean also ! The owners are very helpful, someone was always around if we needed something or had a question, but they also left us to our own devices. We stayed 2 nights, Friday night there were 3 of us, Saturday night it was us on our own - in an 18 acre field, just amazing!! So much to do nearby, we brought our kayaks and launched in Lossenham Lane for a donation of £5 to the church, we had a brilliant stay, it was so relaxing. Hardly any wifi which was perfect for switching off. The stars on a clear night are awesome, my partner even managed to capture the Milky Way above our tent - pic attached. We will most definately be back, loved it!!

Disliked This isnt a dislike, more of a suggestion, to have some more hooks and/ or shelves maybe in the shower room to be able to put things on.

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Set in a beautiful meadow. Top class shower and toilet facilities that…

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Anonymous

Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked Set in a beautiful meadow. Top class shower and toilet facilities that were kept very clean. The owner was very friendly and helpful (including helping jump start our car when the battery went flat!)

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

Pop-up campground

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

Peaceful Wild camping

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Farm Pop-up campground Small (11-25 sites)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Restaurant nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Eyelid Farm

Junction Road

Bodiam

East Sussex

England

TN32 5XE

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

50.98246°N
0.51954°E

Nearest transport

Bus
3.2 mi Royal George
3.2 mi Royal George
4.8 mi Abbey
Rail
2.2 mi Robertsbridge Rail Station
3.9 mi Etchingham Rail Station
4.9 mi Battle Rail Station
Ferry
24.3 mi Newhaven Harbour Ferry Terminal
27.3 mi Folkestone Eurotunnel Terminal
Airport
18.2 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

There are some smashing walks (with a smattering of history thrown in) close to base camp. Download a self-guided tour of the grounds of moated, National Trust-owned Bodiam Castle (five minutes’ drive), while Scotney Castle (30 minutes, also National Trust) offers looped walks through woodland as well as romantic, lakeside ruins. To nose around glorious gardens, head for Great Dixter House and Gardens (15 minutes) or Sissinghurst Castle Gardens (25 minutes). After all that high-brow stuff, it’s time for the kids to have some fun. Treat them to a ride on a steam train along the Kent and East Sussex Railway (25 minutes), or let them loose on the ziplines and rope courses at Go Ape Bedgebury (20 minutes). If splashing around in the waves is more your style, pack up the car and head for the coast for old-fashioned family fun on the beach. Camber Sands (35 minutes) has got plenty of dunes for the kids to run around on, and lots of chances to make towering sandcastles – it’s also a top-notch spot for windsurfing.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
St Leonards 9.3 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Hastings Pelham Beach 9.4 mi Sea N/AN/AN/AGood
Winchelsea 10.1 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Bexhill 10.3 mi Sea N/AN/AN/AGood
Norman`S Bay 12.5 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Bodiam Castle 1.1 mi

Great Dixter House and Gardens 3.4 mi

1066 Battle Abbey and Battlefield 4.9 mi

Batemans 6.1 mi

Bedgebury National Pinetum & Forest 6.9 mi

National Trust

Bodiam Castle 1.7 mi

Bateman's 6.2 mi

Smallhythe Place 8.7 mi

Scotney Castle 9 mi

Sissinghurst Castle Garden 9 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Round and about Bodiam Castle 1.5 mi

GREAT DIXTER 3.4 mi

BRICKWALL 4 mi

1066 Walk: Battle to Bexhill 4.9 mi

Battle of Hastings, 1066 5.1 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.

Nearest campgrounds

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable campgrounds.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Eyelid Farm have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Eyelid Farm dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Eyelid Farm? There are some smashing walks (with a smattering of history thrown in) close to base camp. Download a self-guided tour of the grounds of moated, National Trust-owned Bodiam Castle (five minutes’ drive), … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Eyelid Farm?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Eyelid Farm? From $37.81 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.