Deaks Acres
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- Quiet family-friendly site on a smallholding in the High Weald
- Ardingly Reservoir 15 minutes’ drive; Brighton half an hour
- Firepits, communal kitchen and picnic benches; freshly laid eggs sold
Site type
10
3Admission
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
Dogs
- 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).
- Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.
Occupancy
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
Vehicles
- Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
Languages spoken
Dutch
English
Open from Fri 22 May to
Reviews
100% would recommend this site to a friend
99% would stay here again
What customers say
This is a quiet, peaceful campsite with well-spaced pitches, each featuring a picnic table and fire pit. Guests praise the friendly and accommodating owners, particularly their involvement with the farm animals which are a hit with children. Facilities, including toilets and showers, are consistently described as clean and well-maintained. There are various activities and games for children, and nearby walks offer further exploration. While some mention a slight slope on pitches, overall feedback highlights a safe, relaxing, and enjoyable experience.
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Last updated 18/08/2026
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We've been coming here for 4 years. My girls are now 10 & 12 yrs old.
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked My children love animals and area where they can play and spend most of the time. They always something to do there.
A nice clean kitchen, shower and toilets.
We can always keep our car near the tent and it's really convinient.
A picnic table make thinks easier.
Watching pigs chilling always makes me smile.
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From the manager: Thankyou for such a lovely review, its always so good to see you all xx
A little slice of heavenly perfection
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked This little slice of heaven! Our second visit and we’ve booked our next. Every little detail has been thought of here.
Karen is the most wonderful host with patience of a Saint with the children who LOVE to get involved with the animals.
You’ll find a little slice of everything at DA’s. A tree swing, ball games, space to breath, relax, play, read.
We did the diamond walk taking you through the vineyard, woods and back to base. You must get to the winery!… the most stunning setting, we were welcomed like hero’s in our mucky walking gear. Cold ale, beer and wine awaits you. We even took a bottle away in a chiller with glasses! Perfection.
Back to the site. Cold drinking water from the taps, very clean bathrooms and showers, a kitchen area.
Picnic benches on each pitch.
We love the peacefulness. There’s only 10 or 11 pitches so it’s not overcrowded. Or noisy. People don’t play music or go there to party, and there’s no noise from the roads. You are right by Gatwick so you will get some planes over but that don’t bother us or others.
You’ll find wild rabbits too, we spotted a deer, a woodpecker, a pheasant, an owl and a kite.
Karen responds to messages promptly and is always approachable for anything you need.
No idea about wifi because why would you want to be online up there!
Disliked Nothing not to like.
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From the manager: thankyou so much .its always a pleasure to see your lovely family ,see you soon xx
A great place to camp. Quiet…
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Anonymous Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked A great place to camp. Quiet and peaceful. Meeting all the animals was lovely. Karen is a great host, very friendly and welcoming. Toilets and showers very clean and easy to use.
Disliked Nothing to dislike!
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Karen was an amazing host and…
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Karen was an amazing host and very attentive to our children. They loved following her to feed the animals. The services were very clean and she provided a lot of different supplies that were very helpful.
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From the manager: Thankyou for your kind review regards karen xx
Welcoming owner, clean facilities and loads…
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Welcoming owner, clean facilities and loads to do for the kids
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From the manager: thankyou for taking the to write a review ,much appreciated .kind regards karen x
Great place with kids. Our daughter…
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Great place with kids. Our daughter loves the place. Owner is so friendly and helpful. Also it is really clean, feels like home.
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From the manager: thankyou so much for your review ,most kind so lovely to meet your gorgeous family xx
Superb campsite! Thank you!
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Beautiful location. Lots for kids to do: farm animals, games etc. Excellent, clean shower and kitchen facilities. Friendly, welcoming owners. Couldn’t ask for more. Thank you!
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From the manager: thankyou so much for the review ,kind regards karen x
Very welcoming host, lovely speaking to…
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Very welcoming host, lovely speaking to her. Really liked the animal interactions and great facilities!
Disliked N/A
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From the manager: ditto ,lovely to meet you guys ,thankyou ,glad you enjoyed your visit xx
Great place to stay, and the animals are super cute
Anonymous Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Great place to stay!! Every pitch has a table and bench to eat at and a fire pit. Bathrooms and kitchen facilities immaculately clean. Karen the host, super friendly and very helpful.
Disliked The shower is either very cold or very hot, somewhere in the middle would be great. This was my only downside.
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From the manager: hi ,glad you enjoyed your visit ,sorry re hot ,cold showers ,if you had informed me of that i could have got it sorted.glad it hasnt put you off us ,kind regards karen xx
Lovely peaceful well-spaced campsite with farm…
Anonymous Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Lovely peaceful well-spaced campsite with farm animals. Excellent showers and toilets. Good location.
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From the manager: Thankyou for taking the time to write a review, it was lovely meeting you both
Features
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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 Car parking by pitch/unit 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 Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups 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
Peaceful Remote locationUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Farm Pop-up campsite Tiny (1-10 pitches)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Deaks Acres
Deaks Lane
Ansty
Haywards Heath
West Sussex
England
RH17 5AS
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
51.00564°N
0.16917°W
Route directions
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwick | 12.6 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Hove | 12.6 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Brighton Central | 12.8 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Shoreham Beach | 13.1 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Good | Excellent |
| Brighton Kemptown | 13.3 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Good |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Nymans 3.3 mi
Wakehurst Place 5.6 mi
Bluebell Railway 7.6 mi
Sheffield Park Garden 7.8 mi
Standen 9.5 mi
National Trust
Nymans 3.3 mi
Wakehurst Place 5.6 mi
Sheffield Park Garden 7.8 mi
Standen 9.5 mi
Monk's House 14.1 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
HEASELANDS 2 mi
Haywards Heath Circular 2.1 mi
BORDE HILL 2.5 mi
SLAUGHAM PLACE 2.5 mi
NYMANS 3.2 mi
Local events
- Glyndebourne Festival (Thursday, 21 May 2026 – Thursday, 21 May 2026)
Lewes, East Sussex 13.4 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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Frequently asked questions
- Does Deaks Acres have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Deaks Acres dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Deaks Acres? A partially ruined Victorian mansion makes an atmospheric backdrop to the gardens at National Trust - Nymans (10 minutes’ drive). You can stroll along colourful borders filled with geraniums, sunflowers and dahlias, … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Deaks Acres?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 4 p.m. – 9 p.m. Depart by: 12 p.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 4 p.m. – 9 p.m. Depart by: 12 p.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Deaks Acres? From £40 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.