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The Bull's Head: Summer's here at last

General

  • 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 dinner, plenty of pub grub options (using mostly local produce) can be had in the bar, although tables for meals are best off being booked in advance after confirming your stay and are otherwise subject to availability.

Please note

Twin axle vehicles are not permitted on site.

For meals at the pub, please give the site as much advance notice as possible.


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Reviews

9.3

Overall rating based on 377 reviews

 

97% would recommend this site to a friend.

93% would stay here again.

  74% described as Peaceful ?

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Staff all very friendly. Delicious meal in the pub for lunch!18/09/2023

Reviewer's country: United KingdomBryce M.Mobile phone iconConfirmed

  • Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
  • Recommend to friends   Visit again
  • Liked: 

    Fantastic camp site, pitch anywhere, fire pits provided. Clean toilets and showers with washing up sinks and water supply. Dogs welcomed. Camp site was quiet as only a small number of parties allowed. Level pitches, freshly mown grass.

    Disliked: 

    Showers were not hot. Fastest shower my daughter has ever had! Might try it at home.

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Excellent site with clean facilities, level pitches and friendly staff16/09/2023

Reviewer's country: United KingdomDesiree L.Confirmed

  • Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
  • Recommend to friends   Visit again
  • Liked: 

    A great location to use as a base, dog-friendly pub on-site offering extensive menu and a large beer garden with patio seating and outdoor heating. Functional plumbed facilities (toilets and showers) cleaned daily with hot water available. Communal washing-up area and access to drinking water readily available. Dog walking areas. Level pitch. Variety of shops within driving distance and option for take-away delivery as the location is well-known. Fire-pits available free-of-charge.

    Disliked: 

    A communal fridge freezer would be a nice-to-have. The option to buy wood for the firepit would have been appreciated. Recycling facilities would be a nice-to-have. Not an issue for us, but to note driving is essential to stay here.

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Staff very helpful friendly and made us so welcome. Toilet …23/09/2023

Reviewer's country: United KingdomIrene R.Confirmed

  • Non-electric grass touring pitch
  • Recommend to friends   Visit again
  • Liked: 

    Staff very helpful friendly and made us so welcome. Toilet clean.
    Only stayed one night but we would come back and stay longer.

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Clean a well kept campsite. Hassle free checking in and …12/09/2023

Reviewer's country: United KingdomAnonymousConfirmed

  • Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
  • Recommend to friends   Visit again
  • Liked: 

    Clean a well kept campsite. Hassle free checking in and really friendly staff at the pub.
    The pub is excellent, a fine selection of ales and the food is fantastic.
    We'll be back for sure.

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Would stay again. Very friendly staff and nice location.11/09/2023

Reviewer's country: United KingdomLynzy S.Mobile phone iconConfirmed

  • Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
  • Recommend to friends   Visit again
  • Liked: 

    Quiet location, the pub was lovely and breakfast shack was super handy and open until 4.
    Nice size fields for camping with campfires allowed, which is what we often look for.
    Toilets and showers were fine and fit for purpose.
    We would 100% stay again!

    Disliked: 

    No a dislike but the showers and toilets were very basic and there were only two. Could do with a couple more as there was often a queue

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It's a field behind a pub. With adequate facilities and …11/09/2023

Reviewer's country: United KingdomMark H.Confirmed

  • Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
  • Recommend to friends   Visit again
  • Liked: 

    It's a field behind a pub. With adequate facilities and you can have a fire.

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Lovely campsite with friendly staff and everything you need for a trip14/09/2023

Reviewer's country: United KingdomChris G.Mobile phone iconConfirmed

  • Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
  • Recommend to friends   Visit again
  • Liked: 

    The campsite is situated just behind the pub but far away that it’s super quiet, easily accessible and no problem finding it.
    Everyone working in the pub is helpful and friendly, a very nice atmosphere and pleasant to spend time in there.
    Campsite facilities are good, pitches are level, decent showers and toilets, general sinks for cleaning plates etc are useful.
    Such a quiet campsite and I felt very safe and secure at night during my time there.

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Friendly staff and clean facilities. Good pub on location.07/09/2023

Reviewer's country: United KingdomJohn T.Mobile phone iconConfirmed

  • Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
  • Recommend to friends   Visit again
  • Liked: 

    Friendly staff and clean facilities.
    Good pub on location.

    Disliked: 

    Slightly expensive for just a field.

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Very nice, quiet site, plenty of spaces to choose from …17/09/2023

Reviewer's country: United KingdomJenine g.Mobile phone iconConfirmed

  • Non-electric grass touring pitch
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    Very nice, quiet site, plenty of spaces to choose from and a lovely newly built walk in shower room. The landlord of the pub is very welcoming and the food is excellent with a good choice for all tastes. The site is a good base to explore the surrounding area which has something for everyone. Castles, country walks, the beach etc. Would definitely recommend.

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Brilliant family camping10/09/2023

Reviewer's country: United KingdomKate H.Mobile phone iconConfirmed

  • Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
  • Recommend to friends   Visit again
  • Liked: 

    Great relaxed campsite. Owner super friendly. Pub is lovely with good food. Basic showers/toilets but clean and hot water. No noise curfew but no parties, people are sensible enough to keep it quiet and fun.

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Features

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

Disabled facilities

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

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  • Boreham Street, Herstmonceux, East Sussex, England, BN27 4SG
  • Timezone Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)   GPS 50.8768°N 0.3669°E

Nearest transport

Coach stations
High Street — 4.8 miles
Tesco — 4.9 miles
Town Hall Square — 5.1 miles
Train stations
Normans Bay Rail Station — 3.6 miles
Cooden Beach Rail Station — 4.0 miles
Pevensey Bay Rail Station — 4.2 miles
Ferry ports
Newhaven Harbour Ferry Terminal — 14.9 miles
Airports
Lydd London Ashford Airport — 25.4 miles
Shoreham Brighton City Airport — 28.9 miles

Directions


The site is on the A271 between Herstmonceux and Ninfield, and signposted from the Pevensey roundabout on the A27.

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.

Must see

  • 1066 Battle Abbey and Battlefield (5.8 miles)
  • Batemans (7.8 miles)
  • Eastbourne Pier (8.3 miles)

National Trust

  • Bateman's (7.7 miles)
  • Alfriston Clergy House (10.4 miles)

Cycle routes

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

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel.

Policies

Permitted arrival/departure time

Camping and touring
Arrive:  12 p.m. –  9:30 p.m.
Depart by:  12 p.m.

The Bull's Head cancellation policy

Balance refunds: no penalties

If you need to cancel or amend your booking, please give as much notice as possible so that someone else has the chance to book. You may wish to buy holiday insurance for cancellations and for your property/injury whilst away.

Please note that your deposit is paid to Pitchup.com and is non-refundable.

Payment

A 15% non-refundable deposit is payable now.

The remainder is payable direct to The Bull's Head on arrival.

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Terms and conditions

Site booking terms and conditions

  • 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.
    Read more
  • 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. Check prices and availability

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