Windmill Hill Meadows

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Our first campers of the season - this was a large group of approximately 20 people

In broomy we are mowing the camping area but leaving large areas uncut, butterflies, bees and drag

Family-run farm site on the edge of the High Weald National Landscape
Five minutes' drive from Herstmonceux Castle; Pevensey Bay 15 minutes
Two spacious fields with direct access to paths and bridleways

Heading to Herstmonceux Castle? Travel there the scenic route. You'll want to start by setting up for a stay at Windmill Hill Meadows, a small, friendly and family-run farm campsite just over a mile to the north. Next, set off down the lane through peaceful woodlands, which merges into an ancient bridleway after a few minutes' walk, and watch the castle's tall turrets emerge through the leaves… Set on a hill back from busy roads and about a mile from the village of Windmill Hill, the site is in an excellent location for exploring 1066 country, the High Weald and the East Sussex coast. The 250-acre property is home to an equestrian centre and its secluded, spacious camping field; low-slung cars may struggle to enter and exit. Windmill Hill Meadows is not a busy site, but a remote and rural one that suits people who are happy to focus on spending time in stunning surrounds and who aren't too bothered about the lack of fancy facilities. That being said, the farm does have basics like portaloos, a supply of firewood and locally-made firepits that are available to hire. It's also a dog-friendly site, but please remember that there's livestock nearby and passing pedestrian traffic on neighbouring footpaths. The owners also have a small, friendly dog that sometimes roams around the site; she likes to come and say hello. Looking for supermarkets, restaurants or a station? Hailsham (10 minutes' drive) is an easy round trip from Comphurst Farm.

Site type

Open now

Please note

Admission

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

Dogs

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).

Occupancy

No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.

The site is located on a hill. Guests should be capable of walking up and down the hill.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Wed 22 Jul to Wed 30 Sept 2026

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Pitch types & availability

9

Wildflower Village non-electric grass tent pitch

4 people maximum

Ground type: Grass

Pitch size: Unlimited

4 people maximum

One Tent allowed per pitch

Additional units require additional pitches - quick book via 'Make another booking like this' after making your booking.

Pitch size

Unlimited

Ground type

Grass

0 rooms

Suitable for

Tent, Roof tent not allowed, Trailer tent not allowed

Features

Bring a gazebo 1 included, 1 max.
Bring an awning 1 included, 1 max.
Bring a pup tent 0 included, 1 max.
Car 1 included, 1 max.
Dog(s) allowed 1 included, 1 max.

Car parking by pitch/unit
Firepit

Other restrictions

Extras

Bring a pup tent (1 max) £10 (£10) per stay

You will be able to choose extras on the booking page.

Arrival days

From £30 (£30) 1 night, 2 adults

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Features

Pop-up campsite

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 Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

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

Themes

Luxury Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby Shop nearby

Type

Farm Pop-up campsite Small (11-25 pitches)

Accessibility

Uneven terrain; gravel or loose mud

Nearby leisure

Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Indoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Tennis nearby

Location

Windmill Hill Meadows

Comphurst Lane

Herstmonceux

Hailsham

East Sussex

England

BN27 4TX

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

50.8802°N
0.33598°E

Route directions

The meadow is located down a long private lane. You will find signage down the lane directing you to car parking facilities and the entrance to the site.

Nearest transport

Coach

3.5 mi High Street

3.6 mi Tesco

5.9 mi St George's Church

Rail

4.3 mi Pevensey Bay Rail Station

4.4 mi Normans Bay Rail Station

4.5 mi Pevensey & Westham Rail Station

Ferry

13.8 mi Newhaven Harbour Ferry Terminal

Airport

26.6 mi Lydd London Ashford Airport

27.6 mi Shoreham Brighton City Airport

29 mi London Gatwick 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

Once you've seen the ins and outs of Herstmonceux Castle (roughly 20 minutes' walk from base), there's also the Observatory Science Centre next door, an interactive museum that hosts workshops, stargazing events and a huge astronomical telescope. Also within a mile is Brick Farm Lakes Trout Fishery, where anglers can while away a happy few hours, or falconry lessons by appointment in the castle grounds. Heading south, Pevensey Bay (15 minutes' drive) has a scenic stretch of shingle beach, bordered by the equally interesting Pevensey Levels National Nature Reserve. Next up there's Eastbourne (25 minutes), which has an impressive seascape of its own. Families looking for activities for all ages will probably end up passing through the town at some point during their stay – it's home to a miniature railway, a bevy of golf clubs, Fort Fun waterpark and Treasure Island Adventure Park. Finally, if history's the thing, you have a wealth of historic buildings like Battle Abbey (20 minutes), Michelham Priory (20 minutes) or Bodiam Castle (30 minutes) close by, plus Hastings (30 minutes) and its fascinating shipwreck museum.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name	Distance	Type	2020	2019	2018	2017
Norman`S Bay	4.5 mi	Sea	N/A	Good	Good	Excellent
Pevensey Bay	4.9 mi	Sea	N/A	Good	Good	Good
Bexhill	6.6 mi	Sea	N/A	N/A	N/A	Good
Eastbourne	8.5 mi	Sea	N/A	Good	Good	Excellent
St Leonards	9.6 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

1066 Battle Abbey and Battlefield 7 mi

Batemans 7.8 mi

Eastbourne Pier 8.1 mi

Drusillas Park 8.5 mi

Alfriston Clergy House 9.3 mi

National Trust

Bateman's 7.7 mi

Alfriston Clergy House 9.4 mi

Bodiam Castle 12.3 mi

Monk's House 14.3 mi

Scotney Castle 15 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

HERSTMONCEUX CASTLE AND PLACE 0.6 mi

ASHBURNHAM PLACE 3.9 mi

Pevensey Bay – Eastbourne's Sovereign Harbour – Pevensey Castle 4.8 mi

BRIGHTLING PARK 5.8 mi

Norman's Bay 6.3 mi

Local events

Glyndebourne Festival (Thursday, 21 May 2026 – Thursday, 21 May 2026)
Lewes, East Sussex 11.9 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

Admission

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

Arrivals and departures

There is no reception at this site. Please check in at the Little Comphurst instead.
The site will send you further check-in information 2 day(s) before your arrival.
Units will be allocated on arrival.

Changes to your holiday

Bookings cannot be amended within 2 day(s) of arrival.

Dogs

Dogs must be kept on leads and supervised at all times.
Guide dogs are allowed on site free of charge.
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).

Extras

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

General

Quiet hours must be respected between 11 p.m. and 8 a.m..
Radio, music and TV players must be kept at a low volume. Car doors and boots must be closed quietly.
The management reserves the right to deny access or terminate the stay of those guests whose behaviour is deemed unsuitable. No refunds will be offered.
The site is not liable for any refund in the event of force majeure.

Occupancy

No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.

Pitches

Minimum spacing of 5 metres between pitches.
Please note, pup tents are to be used for storage purposes only. Guests may not use them for sleeping.
You must follow the management directives when pitching your tent/unit and related equipment.

Safety

Barbecues are permitted but must be raised off the ground and attended by an adult at all times.
Firearms are not permitted.
Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
Open fires are prohibited.
Please do not touch or feed the animals.

Vehicles

No vehicle movement between 11 p.m. and 7 a.m..

Visitors

Visitors’ cars are not permitted on site.
Visitors must leave the premises by 11 p.m..

Additional terms

The site is located on a hill. Guests should be capable of walking up and down the hill.

Payment terms

Frequently asked questions

Does Windmill Hill Meadows have a swimming pool? No View all features
Is Windmill Hill Meadows dog friendly? Yes View all features
What attractions are near Windmill Hill Meadows? Once you've seen the ins and outs of Herstmonceux Castle (roughly 20 minutes' walk from base), there's also the Observatory Science Centre next door, an interactive museum that hosts workshops, stargazing events … Read more

When can I check in and check out of Windmill Hill Meadows?

Camping and touring
Arrive:	3 p.m. –	10 p.m.
Depart by:	11 a.m.
On-site accommodation
Arrive:	3 p.m. –	10 p.m.
Depart by:	11 a.m.

How much does it cost to stay at Windmill Hill Meadows? From £30 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.

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