Brownbread Camping
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- Adults-only bell tents with views of the High Weald National Landscape
- Peaceful meadow 10 minutes’ drive from Battle; 25 mins from Hastings
- Private firepit provided at each tent; camp kitchens between two tents
Calling time-out on ordinary life? Don’t languish at home – spend your downtime at Brownbread Camping, cosied up in your bell tent at night and exploring 1066 country by day. Spaced out over a peaceful meadow, the bell tents at this stunning site have views over the High Weald National Landscape – and there are no kids to interrupt your downtime, as the whole site is set up for adults only.
This small farm setting is really rather lovely, with horses grazing nearby and footpaths trailing off from the quiet country lane including the 30-mile 1066 Country Walk. In the mornings, rustle up a cooked breakfast in the camp kitchen (shared with just one other tent, if occupied). Cooking tools at your disposal in the camp kitchens include a hob, a small grill, a cool box and a small barbecue with charcoal.
Evening activities could include sunset watching, stargazing or heading to the local country pub (just a few minutes' walk away) for a drink or a classic pub meal. The spacious five-metre bell tents each come with a comfy double bed, a front awning and a firepit. No need to scurry around the area searching for firelighters either, as each tent has a box with everything you need to make a fire. The double mattress is also equipped with proper bedding, blankets and towels.
In the farmyard (a minute's walk away from the tent meadow), there's a communal male and female toilet block, a hot shower and a tap with drinking water.
Site type
4
Guests under the age of 18 are not allowed on site.- Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
- No gas barbecues allowed.
- No electric barbecues allowed.
Languages spoken
English
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Features
No dogs allowed
Pop-up campground
Adults only
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
Adults only Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed No dogs allowedThemes
Forest Luxury Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Shop nearbyType
Pop-up campground Tiny (1-10 pitches)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearbyLocation
Brownbread Camping
Brownbread Horse Rescue
Brown Bread Street
Ashburnham
East Sussex
England
TN33 9NX
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.9075°N
0.38213°W
Route directions
From Ash Tree Inn, turn right out of the car park, drive up the hill past the house at the top of the hill and drive on for 100 metres to the main farm entrance on the right.
Nearest transport
Coach7.3 km Abbey
7.4 km Abbey
9.6 km Town Hall Square
Rail7.9 km Battle Rail Station
8.6 km Crowhurst Rail Station
8.8 km Cooden Beach Rail Station
Ferry26.5 km Newhaven Harbour Ferry Terminal
Airport39.2 km Lydd London Ashford Airport
47.2 km London Gatwick Airport
47.2 km London Gatwick Airport South Terminal
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 for a spot that’s very local for a quick peaceful outing? Ashburnham Place (five minutes’ drive), also within walking distance of the bell tents, is just the spot for it. With gardens landscaped by Capability Brown and The Orangery serving artisan bread and cakes, it's a lovely place for a stroll followed by a sweet treat.
Ready to soak up some history, especially while you’re staying in 1066 country? Battle Abbey (10 minutes), the site of the 1066 Battle of Hastings, is well within striking distance. Hastings (25 minutes) is another option, with museums and a ruined castle.
For a day by the sea, you could try Bexhill beach (15 minutes) or Pevensey Bay (20 minutes). Eastbourne (half an hour) is just a little further away and full of seaside amusements and Victorian buildings; continue along to the chalky cliffs of Beachy Head (40 minutes) if you're looking to stretch your legs after indulging in a few too many ice creams.
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norman`S Bay | 9.4 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Excellent |
| Bexhill | 10 km | Sea | N/A | N/A | N/A | Good |
| Pevensey Bay | 11.1 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| St Leonards | 13.5 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Hastings Pelham Beach | 15.5 km | Sea | N/A | N/A | N/A | Good |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
1066 Battle Abbey and Battlefield 7.4 km
Batemans 9.1 km
Bodiam Castle 14.4 km
Hastings Castle and 1066 Story 15.3 km
A Smugglers Adventure at St Clements Caves 15.6 km
National Trust
Bateman's 9 km
Bodiam Castle 15.4 km
Alfriston Clergy House 19.4 km
Scotney Castle 20.6 km
Sprivers Garden 24.9 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
ASHBURNHAM PLACE 2.1 km
HERSTMONCEUX CASTLE AND PLACE 4.9 km
BRIGHTLING PARK 5.5 km
BATTLE ABBEY 7.2 km
Battle of Hastings, 1066 7.3 km
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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- What attractions are near Brownbread Camping? Looking for a spot that’s very local for a quick peaceful outing? Ashburnham Place (five minutes’ drive), also within walking distance of the bell tents, is just the spot for it. With … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Brownbread Camping?
Read moreOn-site accommodation Arrive: 3 p.m. – 9 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m.