Knepp Wildland Safaris and Camping
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Add your business details- Knepp – one of the largest re-wilding projects in lowland Europe
- Stay in one of our beautiful shepherd’s huts or luxurious tents
- Or simply pitch your own in our exclusive Wildland campsite
The Knepp Wildland Project is a pioneering experiment in habitat creation, the largest of its kind in lowland Europe. Part-funded by Natural England it is at the cutting edge of current environmental thinking in terms of landscape-scale restoration which allows natural processes – driven by large ungulates – to take place on a significant and influential scale.
Over the course of little over a decade, since the project began, we have seen a remarkable come-back of species, many of them red data species or nationally scarce. We can now boast 2% of the UK’s population of nightingales and one of the largest populations of purple emperor butterflies. From observing just these two species at Knepp, ecologists have gained new insights into their behaviour and habitat needs, demonstrating that the Knepp Wildland Project, with its open-ended, non-goal orientated ethos, has ground-breaking scientific value.
Join us on one of our vehicle-based safaris or guided walking tours and experience our profusion of birds, mammals, butterflies, beetles, reptiles, plants and fungi in a setting that feels as wild and dynamic as the African bush.
Knepp Wildland campsite is located in the heart of our unique 3,500 acre rewilding project. Tranquil, beautifully designed, eco-friendly and surrounded by stunning wild countryside our campsite is perfect for a quiet break away from it all.
Here nature is king, and you have the chance to encounter some of the UK’s rarest and most spectacular wildlife within walking distance of your tent or shepherd’s hut.
Designed to be in keeping with the surroundings of the rewilding project our campsite is a peaceful haven set in wonderful natural scenery.
Wherever possible we’ve used reclaimed and recycled materials for the construction of the campsite, including our beautiful and ingenious Camp Kitchen. We are passionate about using ethical and environmentally-friendly products, and alternative energy where feasible.
Our luxury accommodation comprises two Treehouses, three hand-built Shepherd's Huts, two Yurts, and two spacious Bell Tents.
Our exclusive Pitch Your Own site in a lovely wildflower meadow on the edge of an ancient wood comprises only ten pitches to ensure peace and privacy.
We have flushing loos and luxurious hot-water showers available for all our guests, as well as beautiful composting loos, a hot open air shower and funky open air bath house for the more adventurous.
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Features
No dogs allowed
Adults only
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 Local produce Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport 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
Adults only Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed No dogs allowedThemes
Budget/backpacker Forest Gastronomic delight Lake and/or mountain Leave the car at home Luxury Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
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 Small (11-25 pitches)Accessibility
Disabled facilitiesNearby leisure
Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearbyLocation
Knepp Wildland Safaris and Camping
New Barn Farm
Swallows Lane
Horsham
West Sussex
England
RH13 8NN
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.97161°N
0.36297°W
Route directions
Trains
The nearest train stations are:
• Horsham (RH12 1RD) 8.7 miles
• Christ’s Hospital (RH13 0ND) 8.8 miles
• Billingshurst (RH14 9SP) 9.3 miles
• Pulborough (RH20 1AQ) 12.5 miles
Buses
The 108 Compass bus from Worthing goes through Dial Post village on a Wednesday only: northbound to Horsham in the morning and from Horsham to Dial Post in the afternoon (tel 01903 690025 for times).
The 23 bus runs regularly along the A24 from Worthing to Horsham. It’s about 15 min walk from New Barn Farm to the bus-stop at Old Barn Nurseries on the A24.
www.metrobus.co.uk/download/23778.3/route-23-timetable-170514/
Taxis
There’s a taxi rank at Horsham station and the Carfax in the centre of town, and Billingshurst and Pulborough stations but not at Christ’s Hospital.
Local taxis include:
ABC Taxis 01403 266666
www.abctaxis.co.uk
Carfax Cars 01403 258888
www.carfaxcars.co.uk
Nearest transport
Coach7.3 mi The Castle
7.4 mi Little Chef
10 mi Church
Rail4.9 mi Billingshurst Rail Station
5.5 mi Christs Hospital Rail Station
6.8 mi Pulborough Rail Station
Ferry22.1 mi Newhaven Harbour Ferry Terminal
24.6 mi Bosham Hoe Ferry Landing
24.8 mi West Itchenor Ferry Landing
Airport10.1 mi Shoreham Brighton City Airport
15.3 mi London Gatwick Airport North Terminal
15.4 mi London Gatwick Airport South 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
Join us on one of our vehicle-based safaris or guided walking tours and experience our profusion of birds, mammals, butterflies, beetles, reptiles, plants and fungi in a setting that feels as wild and dynamic as the African bush.
Whether vehicle-based or guided on foot our Safaris take you into the heart of the Knepp Wildland Project – 3,500 acres of natural habitat where you can enjoy a stunning proliferation of wildlife, from herds of free-roaming herbivores and flocks of birds to the rarest fungi and beetle.
Our Safaris are suitable for all - wildlife novice, amateur enthusiast or professional ecologist. Your guide, who is highly experienced in species identification, will take you to the current hotspots for wildlife activity according to the season.
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lancing, Beach Green | 10.6 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Shoreham Beach | 10.8 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Good | Excellent |
| Southwick | 11.3 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Worthing | 11.4 mi | Sea | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Hove | 13.4 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Parham House & Gardens 6.8 mi
Fishers Adventure Farm Park 7 mi
Nymans 9.1 mi
Petworth House & Park 10.9 mi
Arundel Castle and Gardens 11.5 mi
National Trust
Nymans 8.9 mi
Petworth House and Park 10.8 mi
Wakehurst Place 13.8 mi
Oakhurst Cottage 15.9 mi
Winkworth Arboretum 16.2 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
KNEPP CASTLE 1 mi
Shipley - Knepp Castle - River Adur Circular 1.1 mi
LITTLE THAKEHAM 3.9 mi
West Chiltington - Nutbourne 3.9 mi
Nuthurst 4.4 mi
Local events
- Arundel Festival (Saturday 16 August 2025 – Saturday 16 August 2025)
Arundel, West Sussex 11.6 mi
- Goodwood Festival of Speed (Thursday 10 July 2025 – Thursday 10 July 2025)
Chichester, West Sussex 17.8 mi
- Farnborough International Airshow (Monday 20 July 2026 – Monday 20 July 2026)
Farnborough, Hampshire 27.1 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 Knepp Wildland Safaris and Camping have a swimming pool? Yes View all features
- Is Knepp Wildland Safaris and Camping dog friendly? No View all features
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