Knepp Wildland Safaris and Camping

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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.

Site type

Languages spoken

English

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

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

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

Adults only

Barbecue provided

Barbecues allowed

Campfires allowed

Commercial vehicles allowed

Dogs allowed

No dogs allowed

Themes

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 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

Nearby farmers' market

Public transport nearby

Shop nearby

Type

Farm

Small (11-25 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Outdoor pool nearby

Restaurant nearby

Location

Knepp Wildland Safaris and Camping

New Barn Farm

Swallows Lane

Horsham

West Sussex

England

RH13 8NN

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)

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

Coach

7.3 mi The Castle

7.4 mi Little Chef

10 mi Church

Rail

4.9 mi Billingshurst Rail Station

5.5 mi Christs Hospital Rail Station

6.8 mi Pulborough Rail Station

Ferry

22.1 mi Newhaven Harbour Ferry Terminal

24.6 mi Bosham Hoe Ferry Landing

24.8 mi West Itchenor Ferry Landing

Airport

10.1 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 17 August 2024 – Saturday 17 August 2024)
Arundel, West Sussex 11.6 mi
Goodwood Festival of Speed (Thursday 11 July 2024 – Thursday 11 July 2024)
Chichester, West Sussex 17.8 mi
Glyndebourne Festival (Thursday 16 May 2024 – Thursday 16 May 2024)
Lewes, East Sussex 19.6 mi
Farnborough International Airshow (Monday 22 July 2024 – Monday 22 July 2024)
Farnborough, Hampshire 27.1 mi
Hampton Court Palace Festival (Tuesday 11 June 2024 – Tuesday 11 June 2024)
Hampton, Surrey 29.9 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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