Draysey Woods Nature Escape
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- Quiet, family-friendly pop-up next to woodland on a Surrey Hills farm
- South Downs National Park 30 minutes’ drive, and Box Hill 25 minutes
- Dogs welcome and direct access to walks; pubs 15 minutes’ walk
Site type
4
25
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- 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).
- Single-sex bookings of 4 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- No cars/motorbikes by the pitch/unit. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
- Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
- Minimum spacing of 4 metres between pitches.
- Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
- No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.
- Swimming in the lake is not allowed.
- Please note that the shower facilities are unisex.
- Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Sat, 19 Jul to
Pitch types & availability
Non-electric grass tent pitch
8 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Min 10m width × 10m depth (100m²)
Arrival daysFrom £24
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Bell tent (basic)
4 people maximum Dimensions: 16.4ft width × 16.4ft length
Arrival daysFrom £80
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Bell tent
4 people maximum Dimensions: 16.4ft width × 16.4ft length
Arrival daysFrom £240
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Reviews
100% would recommend this site to a friend
100% would stay here again
What customers say
This is a highly recommended, peaceful campsite set in beautiful woodland with a lake. Guests praised the spacious, natural pitches, clean facilities including hot showers, and friendly, helpful owners. Activities like table tennis were enjoyed. Locations for exploration and pubs are nearby. Some visitors noted a need for more wheelbarrows and expressed surprise at the limited recycling. Insect life is present due to the natural meadow areas.
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A lovely campsite in a great location with great hosts that really…
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked A lovely campsite in a great location with great hosts that really care! The set up ensures no overcrowding which is important. A real focus on nature with a family and child friendly feel. The toilets and hot showers are clean and accessible and the communal fridge freezer a bonus as was the table tennis. Camping isn’t camping without a fire pit so great to have that option too!
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Very peaceful and refreshing stay.
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked The long, natural grass, the woods and lake. Lovely surrounding.
Good quality table tennis table and bats was made good use of.
Lots of space (not too many tents) was a great feature.
Disliked Needed more wheelbarrows.
For a nature area I was surprised at the lack of recycling facilities.
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From the manager: Thank you so much for your review we really appreciate it.
We have recently added a couple more wheelbarrows but will definitely add to that for the convenience of our guests.
With regards to the recycling. This is hugely important to us too and we’re working on a solution. Unfortunately due to some guests contaminating the recycling with general waste we withdrew the facility as we were being charged an additional amount which we don’t want to have to increase our prices in order to cater for. We know most people are environmentally conscious like ourselves so we will look into a way of reintroducing this.
Lovely scenery , lovely staff we enjoyed our stay thank you very much
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Absolutely everything
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Clean and spacious field. Clean facilities and hot showers.
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Like the location and greenery around
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Excellent value for money, good amenities: we will be back!
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Cracking campsite. We were after a cheap spot near the Surrey hols and Draysey woods was that and more. The site had excellent facilities and great feel. Charlie the site manager is very helpful and friendly providing good local knowledge and fire wood!
Disliked N/A
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Would highly recommend- beautiful family run campsite!
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Amazing campsite! This was our second time staying. The owners are super friendly and thoughtful and have really worked hard to think of everything they can to make this campsite relaxing and close to nature.
- Most of the site is left un-mowed as meadow to encourage grasshoppers, butterflies and other pollinators, giving peaceful views and biodiversity, but there is also ample mowed space to find a quiet pitch for your tent.
- Showers and toilets are clean and well stocked, there's a good washing-up area, and even a covered seating area that can be used in bad weather.
- Beautiful woodland attached to the site gives space to explore, and having no cars on the field means it is peaceful and child friendly.
- New features are being added regularly (log seating appeared while we were there!) as the owners have a good vision for comfortable but nature based camping.
- Couple of good pubs in walking distance of the site that both do food, and a small shop for emergency snacks. Dorking a short drive away, as well as Leith Hill and an excellent pub called The Parrot.
Would highly recommend- beautiful family run campsite that we will return to!
Disliked Because large areas of the field are meadowland, there is a lot of insect life - so be prepared for bugs!
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Stunning location, wildlife and very quiet. Hayley was a great host and checked…
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Stunning location, wildlife and very quiet.
Hayley was a great host and checked in on guests. The kids had a great time. Showers were clean and warm.
Thanks Hayley!
Disliked May need some more trollies to go between car park and tents.
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Beautiful site, showers and toilets clean and high quality, woods were amazing,…
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Beautiful site, showers and toilets clean and high quality, woods were amazing, whole site was well maintained, quiet and peaceful. Loved it!
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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 WatersportsAmenities 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 Tents for hire Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Forest Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Walkers' paradiseUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Communal freezer Communal fridge Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Shop nearbyType
Pop-up campsite Small (11-25 pitches)Nearby leisure
Cycling nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearbyLocation
Draysey Woods Nature Escape
Vann Farm
Vann Farm Road
Ockley
Surrey
England
RH5 5TF
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
51.1459°N
0.35437°W
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail
Ferry
AirportPlease 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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shoreham Beach | 22.4 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Good | Excellent |
| Southwick | 22.5 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Lancing, Beach Green | 22.6 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Worthing | 23.4 mi | Sea | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Hove | 23.7 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Denbies Wine Estate 7.1 mi
Polesden Lacey 7.8 mi
Nymans 9.5 mi
Fishers Adventure Farm Park 10 mi
RHS Garden Wisley 12.7 mi
National Trust
Box Hill 7.3 mi
Polesden Lacey 7.7 mi
Hatchlands Park 9.2 mi
Nymans 9.4 mi
Winkworth Arboretum 10 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Friday Street, Coldharbour, Leith Hill 4.1 mi
WARNHAM COURT 4.4 mi
WOTTON HOUSE 4.6 mi
Peaslake - Hurt Wood - Pitch Hill - Greensand Way - Peaslake 5.1 mi
Peaslake - Countryside South of Shere - Peaslake 5.2 mi
Local events
- Farnborough International Airshow (Monday 20 July 2026 – Monday 20 July 2026)
Farnborough, Hampshire 19.8 mi
- Arundel Festival (Saturday 16 August 2025 – Saturday 16 August 2025)
Arundel, West Sussex 21.9 mi
- All Points East (Friday 22 August 2025 – Friday 22 August 2025)
London, Greater London 30 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 Draysey Woods Nature Escape have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Draysey Woods Nature Escape dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Draysey Woods Nature Escape? Local attractions and activities include: - Holmwood Common (woodland walks): 10 minutes’ drive - Leith Hill Tower (local landmark accessed from Leith Hill Place Car Park): 10 minutes - Fishers Farm Park … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Draysey Woods Nature Escape?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 3 p.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 3 p.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Draysey Woods Nature Escape? From £24 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.