The Bull's Head

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View of the pub
View of the pub
Summer's here at last
Non-electric grass pitch
The gateway to another world
The resident german wirehaired pointer
The bull's head
The terrace
Lots of lovely sussex ales
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Summer's here at last
Non-electric grass pitch
The gateway to another world

  • Herstmonceux pub site alongside the 1066 Country Walk
  • Varied food menu made emphasising fresh local produce
  • Secluded setting; campfires allowed
The Bull’s Head… that doesn’t sound like a campsite, does it? In fact, it sounds more like a… pub. But, happily for those who like to combine their beers with their breaks using the least effort possible, the Bull’s Head is both. Based in East Sussex at Herstmonceux (try saying that after a couple of pints), this site is both more secluded and quiet than you’d expect for being next to an imbibing emporium, and is listed as family-friendly. Which you might think is really rather an excellent combination… Facilities at the site include a modern toilet block and a water standpipe, and there’s no problem with cooking under the stars either as campfires are allowed in the pitching field. For guests who’d rather get someone else to dish up their meal, plenty of food (using mostly local produce) can be had in the pub, although tables for meals are best off being booked in advance after confirming your stay and are otherwise subject to availability. The pub is open between 12pm and 10pm on Monday to Thursday, staying open an hour later on Friday and Saturday and closing early on Sundays at 7pm. Grab lunch every day between 12pm and 2pm (or until 3pm on Sundays) and dinner every day but Sunday from 6pm to 8pm. There are also light bites available from 2.30pm to 6pm. Bulls Head Shack is also open on weekends from 8am to 12.30 am, and serves hot drinks, cold drinks and bacon and sausage baps (or a veggie alternative).

Site type

Tent pitches 20
Touring caravan pitches 5
Motorhome pitches 5
Open now
Opens 1 April
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • For meals at the pub, please give the site as much advance notice as possible.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Tue, 1 Apr to

Pitch types & availability

Accommodation

Tent pitchesTouring caravan pitchesMotorhome pitchesLodges, cabins, pods or hutsCaravans for hireRent a tent
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2 adults
0 children

Reviews

9.2

Overall rating from 265 Pitchup.com customers

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Location
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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Peaceful

94% would recommend this site to a friend

92% would stay here again

What customers say

This is a relaxed, well-maintained campsite with friendly, helpful staff and excellent food at the adjoining pub. Visitors praised the cleanliness of the facilities, spacious pitches, and the availability of fire pits. The location is ideal for exploring local walks and attractions. While basic, the amenities are generally sufficient, though some felt additional showers/toilets would be beneficial during peak times. Many guests expressed a desire to return.

Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews

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Arrival date (latest first)

Nice and quiet, good facilities, food was good at the pub…

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Stephen T.

Non-electric grass touring pitch

Liked Nice and quiet, good facilities, food was good at the pub

Recommend to friends Visit again

Overall a lovely stay and would return

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Carly F.

Non-electric grass touring pitch

Liked The friendliness and helpfulness of Anna and her staff.
Good access to walks

Disliked Not all dogs were on leads which caused a few issues, not just with us when people weren’t always watching.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Relaxed, very friendly, nice facilities Dog friendly Beautiful area Landlady is so chilled and kind,…

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Zoe A.

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Relaxed, very friendly, nice facilities
Dog friendly
Beautiful area
Landlady is so chilled and kind, really wants you to enjoy your break and goes the extra mile. All the staff have this vibe.
Tip: stayed Friday and Saturday. Pub gets busy so if you want to eat, book! Last food orders 8pm. Just eat delivers to the pub, good Indian close by apparently.

Disliked The track in is a bit bumpy so drive slow.
Can't think of any dislikes tbh!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely location Nice big field Pub looked nice but didn't use Firepits…

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Belinda p.

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Lovely location
Nice big field
Pub looked nice but didn't use
Firepits on site

Disliked Only 2 Showers and loos . Hot water very intermittent
Noisy road
Would return again but will try to set up further away from the road

Recommend to friends Visit again

We love the campsite .. toilets and shower immaculate and the owners…

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Daniel F.

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked We love the campsite .. toilets and shower immaculate and the owners are great .. been many times

Recommend to friends Visit again

Little gem

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Vicky C.

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Everything! Delightful campsite, excellent pub which served really good tasty food at a reasonable price.

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Very nice place and excellent food and beer!…

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass touring pitch

Liked Very nice place and excellent food and beer!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Gezellige pub met lekker eten bij de camping.…

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Lia W.

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Gezellige pub met lekker eten bij de camping.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Nice campsite with a great pub next to it with friendly staff,…

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Stephen B.

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Nice campsite with a great pub next to it with friendly staff, great food with lots of choice and of course great beer. Some good walks from the site either inland or towards the coast taking in some stunning countryside.

Recommend to friends Visit again

A brilliant little site with an excellent pub in a great location.

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass touring pitch

Liked Nice peaceful site, with plenty of space between units.

Disliked Toilets and shower were slightly ‘stretched’ on the Friday / Saturday.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

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 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 Wifi

Groups welcome

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

Rules

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

Themes

Peaceful Walkers' paradise 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 Public transport nearby Shop nearby

Type

Pub campsite Small (11-25 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Fishing nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

The Bull's Head

Boreham Street

Herstmonceux

East Sussex

England

BN27 4SG

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

50.87683°N
0.36693°E

Nearest transport

Coach
4.8 mi High Street
4.9 mi Tesco
5.1 mi Town Hall Square
Rail
3.6 mi Normans Bay Rail Station
4 mi Cooden Beach Rail Station
4.2 mi Pevensey Bay Rail Station
Ferry
14.9 mi Newhaven Harbour Ferry Terminal
Airport
25.4 mi Lydd London Ashford Airport
28.9 mi Shoreham Brighton City 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

With something called the 1066 Country Walk running past the site, it’s not a huge stretch to guess that this is battlefield country… The 1066 Battle Abbey and Battlefield site is nearby to relive that all-important day in English history when King Harold (allegedly) got something in his eye, while there are other battle-y relics in neighbouring Hastings which also has Europe's biggest beachside fishing fleet and smuggling adventures at St Clements Caves. The 1066 route is just one of the many scenic walks in the surrounding countryside, or for day trips, Herstmonceux is recommended with its castle and the rural Herstmonceux Observatory Science Centre. As well as walking, Sussex sightseers can take the Kent and East Sussex Railway to puff along from Tenterden through the countryside of the Rother Valley to Bodiam with its National Trust castle, or stay closer to home with a trip up (or down) Hastings’s cliff railway which has the UK's steepest funicular railway. Hang on tight… For less adrenaline-fuelled sightseeing, options include a stroll along the nearby beaches – the seaside is just a short drive away – or a dander around Darwell Reservoir, surrounded by ancient woodland and the chance to spot woodpeckers and tawny owls. Meanwhile, mini battlers will be more than happy with the abundance of attractions in the area aimed at the little people, from the Blue Reef Aquarium at Hastings to getting bug-eyed at the birds of prey at Hailsham’s Knockhatch Adventure Park.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Norman`S Bay 3.8 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodExcellent
Pevensey Bay 4.7 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Bexhill 5.3 mi Sea N/AN/AN/AGood
St Leonards 8.3 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Eastbourne 8.7 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

1066 Battle Abbey and Battlefield 5.8 mi

Batemans 7.8 mi

Eastbourne Pier 8.3 mi

Hastings Castle and 1066 Story 9.6 mi

Drusillas Park 9.6 mi

National Trust

Bateman's 7.7 mi

Alfriston Clergy House 10.4 mi

Bodiam Castle 11.5 mi

Scotney Castle 15 mi

Monk's House 15.6 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

HERSTMONCEUX CASTLE AND PLACE 1.2 mi

ASHBURNHAM PLACE 3 mi

Pevensey Bay – Eastbourne's Sovereign Harbour – Pevensey Castle 4.5 mi

FORE WOOD (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 22/07/1976) 5.4 mi

Norman's Bay 5.4 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 sites

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does The Bull's Head have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is The Bull's Head dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near The Bull's Head? With something called the 1066 Country Walk running past the site, it’s not a huge stretch to guess that this is battlefield country… The 1066 Battle Abbey and Battlefield site is nearby … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of The Bull's Head?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  12 p.m. –  9:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  12 p.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at The Bull's Head? From £25 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.