Campsites for backpackers in Lewes, East Sussex
5 bookable campsites within 15 miles of Lewes
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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
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
Bramley Park Camping
Polegate, East Sussex, England- Eco-conscious green field site in the South Downs National Park
- Eastbourne 15 minutes’ drive; Pevensey 20 minutes; Brighton 45 minutes
- Showers, toilets and food truck on site; pubs a short drive away
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
Hook Farm
Haywards Heath, West Sussex, England- Quiet site in the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
- In the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
- On 20 acres of grassland dotted with woodland copses
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
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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
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Mays Farm
Ringmer, East Sussex, England- Simple grass pitches on a working farm a 10-minute drive from Lewes
- Glyndebourne 10 minutes’ drive; Brighton half an hour
- Farm shop and farm workshops on site, plus animals to meet
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
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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Field and Fallow Pop-up Campsite
Haywards Heath, West Sussex, England- Adults-only site 15 minutes’ walk from a Bluebell Railway station
- In West Sussex countryside, 10 minutes’ drive from Ardingly Reservoir
- Communal campfires on Friday and Saturday nights; sauna (extra fee)
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
Beechenwood Farm
Crowborough, East Sussex, England- Peaceful pitches on a working farm just on the edge of Crowborough
- A 15-minute drive from Royal Tunbridge Wells and Pooh Sticks Bridge
- Close to Ashdown Forest walks; horse riding available on the farm
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
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
High 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
Pop-up Brighton Campsite
Brighton, East Sussex, EnglandSouthdown Way Caravan & Camping Park
Hassocks, West Sussex, EnglandClapham Farm
Polegate, East Sussex, England- Dog-friendly farm site just off the South Downs Way and Vanguard Way
- Walking distance from Cuckmere Valley; 15 minutes’ drive to the coast
- A 10-minute walk away from Litlington’s brewery, pub and tearoom
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