When can I check in and check out of Wapsbourne Farm (Wowo)?

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Wapsbourne Farm (Wowo)

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Family-run, family-friendly campsite in rural East Sussex
Half an hour's drive from Brighton and one hour from London
Well-stocked shop, wild spa, kids' entertainment and camping barn

Surrounded by stunning Sussex countryside, Wapsbourne Farm (Wowo) likes to describe itself as a 'family-run, family-friendly campsite, focusing on the important stuff’, and it’s hard to argue with that. Located on the edge of Sheffield Park near Haywards Heath, this groovy site welcomes campfires and dogs and is big on all things related to nature and outdoor living. With enough space to allow families to camp together in groups, the pitches at Wapsbourne Farm (Wowo) are a short distance from top-notch amenities (there are flushing toilets in every field, plus plenty of hot showers and washing-up areas). With a well-stocked on-site shop, you won't have to venture far to top up your food and drink supplies; there are also visiting food vans at peak times if you fancy a ready-made hot breakfast or dinner. The on-site wild spa is another highlight: guests looking for that extra level of luxury can arrange a spell at the sauna and plunge pool, with personalised treatment options also available. Elsewhere, there's a camping barn with wifi throughout, which includes a shared workspace for grownups who have to get a bit of admin done. It's easy to keep the kids happy while you're working, though, as there's free entertainment at peak times, with fire shows, music nights and talent competitions all in the offing.

Site type

Open all year

Languages spoken

English

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

Spa

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

Local produce

Off licence

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

Single-sex groups welcome

Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided

Barbecues allowed

Campfires allowed

Commercial vehicles allowed

Dogs allowed

Dogs allowed all year

Camping 2.0

Jumbo tent pitches

Themes

Peaceful

Walkers' paradise

Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities

Chemical disposal

Communal freezer

Communal fridge

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

Large (51-200 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby

Climbing nearby

Cycle hire nearby

Cycling nearby

Fishing nearby

Golf nearby

Horse riding nearby

Indoor pool nearby

Outdoor pool nearby

Restaurant nearby

Sailing nearby

Tennis nearby

Location

Wapsbourne Farm (Wowo)

Wapsbourne Manor Farm

Sheffield Park

Uckfield

East Sussex

England

TN22 3QT

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

50.99242°N
-0.00695°W

Nearest transport

Coach

3.9 mi School Lane

4.7 mi Bus Station

Rail

4.4 mi Haywards Heath Rail Station

4.8 mi Uckfield Rail Station

5 mi Plumpton Rail Station

Ferry

14.2 mi Newhaven Harbour Ferry Terminal

Airport

13.2 mi London Gatwick Airport South Terminal

13.2 mi London Gatwick Airport

13.8 mi London Gatwick Airport North Terminal

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

The site is a 10-minute stroll from Sheffield Park's charming 1880s station, where you can board steam trains that run up and down the Bluebell Railway, a heritage line that runs through the Sussex countryside up to East Grinstead (the station also has a museum and gift shop). Also within spitting distance is a local brewery and taproom where you can sample fine Sussex ales (10 minutes), plus another four pubs within 45 minutes' walk (The Sloop Inn, The Bull, The Oak and The Crown). This part of the world has National Trust properties galore – it might make sense to start with Sheffield Park and Gardens, given that you're so close (five minutes' drive), but there's also the fascinating Arts and Crafts-era Standen House (25 minutes) or Nymans and its renowned all-seasons woodland gardens (half an hour). Looking for a family-friendly day out nearby? The site owners also recommend Heaven Farm (five minutes), a lovely outdoor spot where there are lots of nature trails plus mini golf, an ice cream parlour and a massive kids' play barn.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name	Distance	Type	2020	2019	2018	2017
Brighton Kemptown	13.2 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Good
Brighton Central	13.3 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Saltdean	13.4 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Hove	13.6 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Southwick	15.1 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Sheffield Park Garden 0.8 mi

Bluebell Railway 0.9 mi

Wakehurst Place 6.3 mi

Standen 7.7 mi

Nymans 9.1 mi

National Trust

Sheffield Park Garden 0.8 mi

Wakehurst Place 6.2 mi

Standen 7.6 mi

Nymans 9.3 mi

Monk's House 10.7 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

SHEFFIELD PARK 1.1 mi

Danehill - Cumnor House - Newnhams - Buttocks Bank Wood 2.9 mi

NEWICK PARK 3 mi

Horsted Keynes - Sheffield Park 4.1 mi

Fairwarp - Ashdown Forest - Fairwarp 4.6 mi

Local events

Glyndebourne Festival (Thursday 16 May 2024 – Thursday 16 May 2024)
Lewes, East Sussex 8.5 mi
Wick Street Festival (Thursday 29 August 2024 – Thursday 29 August 2024)
Polegate, East Sussex 12.1 mi
Arundel Festival (Saturday 17 August 2024 – Saturday 17 August 2024)
Arundel, West Sussex 25.7 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.

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Does Wapsbourne Farm (Wowo) have a swimming pool? No View all features
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What attractions are near Wapsbourne Farm (Wowo)? The site is a 10-minute stroll from Sheffield Park's charming 1880s station, where you can board steam trains that run up and down the Bluebell Railway, a heritage line that runs through … Read more
When can I check in and check out of Wapsbourne Farm (Wowo)?

Camping and touring

Arrive: 2 p.m. – 6 p.m.

Depart by: 11 a.m.

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