Campsites for backpackers in Brighton, East Sussex
6 bookable campsites within 15 miles of Brighton
All distances are calculated "as the crow flies".
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Lovebrook
Lewes, East Sussex, England- Peaceful back to basics site in a scenic South Downs village
- On Saturdays: a café, farm shop, drop-in yoga and family nature club
- Woodfired sauna and cold plunge pool for an additional fee
Wolstonbury Dreaming
Hassocks, West Sussex, England- Spacious eco site 15 minutes' drive from Brighton and beaches
- Café within 10 minutes' walk; pub and 24-hour shop within 20 minutes
- Stunning views of hills, especially at sunrise and sunset
Stud Farm
Lewes, East Sussex, England- Peaceful back-to-basics rural site in the village of Telscombe
- Just off the South Downs Way and 30 minutes' walk to the beach
- Organic meat and free-range eggs available to buy from the farm
Ditchling Camping
Hassocks, West Sussex, England- Dog-friendly site in the peaceful South Downs National Park
- A 25-minute drive from Brighton; 15 minutes to Devil’s Dyke
- Adventure trail, swing tree and places for den making on site
Warren Valley Farm
Shoreham-by-Sea, West Sussex, England- Scenic family-friendly paddock pitches alongside the South Downs Way
- An hour's walk from Devil’s Dyke; 30 minutes' drive from Brighton
- Café a few minutes' walk away and a wellness centre next door
Oakfield Farm Campsite
Hailsham, East Sussex, England- Back to basics farm site between the South Downs and High Weald
- A 20-minute drive to the coast for Eastbourne or Seven Sisters cliffs
- Catering van with local produce freshly cooked for you
The Oaks Poultry Farm
Ditchling, East Sussex, England- Family-friendly working farm site in the South Downs National Park
- A 10-minute drive from Ditchling Beacon and 25 minutes from Brighton
- On-site farm shop, tearoom and kids' farm (free entry for guests)
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Bear and Cedar Camping
Ringmer, East Sussex, England- Spacious family-run site on the edge of the South Downs National Park
- A 10-minute drive to Lewes; half an hour to the south coast
- Dog-friendly pitches with firepits to hire; pub five minutes' walk
Sunset Tree Camping
Staplefield, West Sussex, England- Off-grid and eco-conscious family site in the Sussex countryside
- Half an hour’s drive from Ashdown Forest and Brighton
- Communal firepit and picnic tables; pubs a short walk away
Pop-up Brighton Campsite
Brighton, East Sussex, EnglandHigh Barn Retreats
Brighton, East Sussex, England- Dog-friendly wild camping site in the South Downs National Park
- A 25-minute drive from Lewes and half an hour’s drive from Brighton
- A five-minute drive to pubs, local shops and the beach in Rottingdean
Southdown Way Caravan & Camping Park
Hassocks, West Sussex, EnglandPerching Manor Farm Wild Camping
Henfield, West Sussex, England- Dog-friendly wild camping site on a South Downs working farm
- A 15-minute drive from Shoreham-by-Sea; half an hour from Brighton
- Walking and cycle paths directly accessible from the site
Truleigh Hill Youth Hostel
Shoreham-by-Sea, West Sussex, England- Camping on the South Downs Way, with use of all Hostel Facilities.
South Downs Youth Hostel
Lewes, East Sussex, England- Glamping in the grounds of a rural hostel five miles from Lewes
- Just off the South Downs Way; half an hour from Brighton by train
- Café on site for breakfast, supper and all-day snacks
Nymans Farm
Henfield, West Sussex, England- Spacious grass camping field on a West Sussex farm
- Under a mile from the Downs Link path; 30 minutes' drive from Brighton
- Opposite a pub and bus stop with direct services to the south coast
Yamp Camp Firle
Lewes, East Sussex, England- East Sussex meadow camping with South Downs views near Lewes
- A 15-minute drive to Drusillas Park, and 25 minutes to Brighton
- Large flat pitches with an adventure trail for kids; group-friendly
Merrion Farm
Bines Green, West Sussex, England- Quiet, family-friendly site on a working dairy farm
- Half an hour's drive from Arundel Castle or Worthing beach
- Half a mile from Downs Link National Trail; fishing by arrangement
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
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