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General
- Simple pitches behind a West Sussex country pub
- A 15-minute drive from Horsham; half an hour to the South Downs
- Friendly pub with homemade food, beer garden and play area
Country walk, nice pub dinner, couple of drinks, very short walk back to your bed… if that sounds like a top way to spend a day, get yourselves over to the pitches behind The Blue Ship, a rural West Sussex pub just under 10 minutes’ drive from Billingshurst.
The pitches here are on the basic side (there is a toilet block on the site with three ladies' cubicles and three men’s cubicles and a large sink but no showers) but they’re very well placed for rural walks and bike rides. Nearby trails run alongside rivers or canals and through little villages, and there’s easy access to the Downs Link route not far away too. Families and dogs are welcome on site, making it a splendid spot for a weekend away in the countryside, walks with the dog included and all.
If you catch yourself in the mood for a bit of alfresco cooking, it's good to know that barbecues are permitted on the pitches (although please note that disposable foil barbecues are not permitted). Bilingshurst should have most of the supplies you need, and bigger Horsham is about 15 minutes’ drive away for the pickier eateries. That said, the prospect of an evening in the pub is likely to be enticing too – it’s got a good menu of homemade dishes (including desserts and weekly specials) and an equally tempting range of drinks including cask ales.
All of this is rightly popular, so booking is essential if you want to dine in the pub for lunch or dinner. In sunny weather, the beer garden (with a play area) is the place to be for an alfresco drink or two.
Open from 03/05/2024 to 30/09/2024
Site type
Languages spoken
✓ English
Please note
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. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
This site has no on-site shower facilities.
Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.
Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
There are no bins onsite: all rubbish will need to be taken home with you.
Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.
Check availability at The Blue Ship…
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Max. persons: 5 x
One Tent or Trailer tent allowed per pitch
Pitch size: Max 6.0m width x 4.0m depth (19.7ft width x 13.1ft depth) Calculated area: 24.0m² (258.3ft²)
Ground type: Grass
Bring an awning
Max. persons: 5 x
One Touring caravan or Campervan or Motorhome allowed per pitch
Pitch size: Max 6.0m width x 6.0m depth (19.7ft width x 19.7ft depth) Calculated area: 36.0m² (387.5ft²)
Ground type: Grass
Max. persons: 6 x
One Tent allowed per pitch
Pitch size: unlimited
Ground type: Grass
Reviews
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Excellent site. Great food and service in the pub.
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Grabbed a last minute late break in October. So great …
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Very basic great value for money site, very clean facilities
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Perfect site, well maintained & excellent pub with delicious food
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From the manager...
Thank you for visiting and for taking the time to write a review. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay and we hope to welcome you again. Best Wishes Sophie. |
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Toilets were clean, staff were lovely 👍
From the manager...
Thank you for visiting and for taking the time to write a review. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay and hope to welcome you back next season. Very Best Wishes Sophie. |
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From the manager...
Thank you for visiting and for taking the time to write a review. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay and hope to welcome you back next season. Very Best Wishes Sophie. |
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
Remote location
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
Type
Medium (26-50 pitches)
Pub campsite
Nearby leisure
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golf nearby
Horse riding nearby
Restaurant nearby
Location
Nearest transport
- Coach stations
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Crossroads
— 12.7 miles
Crossroads — 12.7 miles
The Castle — 13.0 miles
- Train stations
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Billingshurst Rail Station
— 3.3 miles
Christs Hospital Rail Station — 4.0 miles
Warnham Rail Station — 5.7 miles
- Ferry ports
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Weybridge Ferry Landing
— 22.0 miles
Shepperton Ferry Landing — 22.1 miles
Ditton Island Ferry Landing — 23.4 miles
- Airports
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London Gatwick Airport North Terminal
— 13.7 miles
London Gatwick Airport South Terminal — 14.1 miles
London Gatwick Airport — 14.2 miles
Local attractions
With the South Downs National Park (half an hour’s drive) so straightforward to get to from The Blue Ship, your packing list might need to include hiking boots for trails like the South Downs Way and a camera to snap pics of the sloping hills and river valleys.
To fuel those adventures in the South Downs, fill yourself up with a few tasty treats from the market town of Horsham (15 minutes). The energy will also come in handy for the walking and cycling trails that weave their way around Knepp Castle Estate (20 minutes), a gorgeous castle setting with an eco-friendly rewilding project.
Or perhaps you’re keen to potter around more historical places. Loxwood Joust (15 minutes) is a medieval jousting festival that runs on select dates. Otherwise, get into the Victorian spirit around Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens (half an hour), a Grade I-listed building with a Victorian garden, a dollhouse museum and wine tastings.
When it’s time for a few classic seaside activities like paddleboarding and strolls along the prom, Worthing (40 minutes) is a very worthy spot.
Must see
- Fishers Adventure Farm Park (2.9 miles)
- Petworth House & Park (8.6 miles)
- Parham House & Gardens (10.2 miles)
National Trust
- Petworth House and Park (8.6 miles)
- Winkworth Arboretum (8.8 miles)
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Policies
Permitted arrival/departure time
| Camping and touring | ||
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| Arrive: | 2 p.m. – | 9 p.m. |
| Depart by: | 12 p.m. | |
The Blue Ship cancellation policy
No refunds within 30 days of arrival date.
No refunds/discounts for inclement weather, late arrivals or early departures.
Changes cannot be made once you have booked.
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 Blue Ship will debit the balance from your card 30 days before arrival, or if the arrival date is sooner than 30 days then the balance will be taken immediately.
You can also opt to pay the full amount at the time of your booking, or at any point before the due date.
Payment methods accepted on the park
Bank transferTerms and conditions
Site booking terms and conditions- Does The Blue Ship have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is The Blue Ship dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near The Blue Ship? With the South Downs National Park (half an hour’s drive) so straightforward to get to from The Blue Ship, your packing list might need to include hiking boots for trails like the … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of The Blue Ship?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 2 p.m. – 9 p.m. Depart by: 12 p.m. - How much does it cost to stay at The Blue Ship? From £18 (for 1 night, 5 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party. Check prices and availability
Thank you for visiting and for taking the time to write a review. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay and we hope to welcome you again.
Best Wishes
Sophie.