Student Friendly Campsites in South Downs
6 bookable campsites within 15 miles of South Downs
All distances are calculated "as the crow flies".
Cokes Farm
Pulborough, West Sussex, England- Simple, peaceful grass pitches at a family farm in the South Downs
- Just over half a mile from the South Downs Way by bridleway
- Farm shop and firepit for barbecue cooking; 10 mins' drive to Arundel
Littleton Farm Campsite
Petworth, West Sussex, England- Working farm site in a valley on the South Downs Way
- In the South Downs National Park, a 20-minute drive from Chichester
- Café at the entrance to the farm; campfires allowed on site
Orchard Cottage Campsite
Petworth, West Sussex, England- Family-friendly country site in South Downs National Park
- Less than 10 minutes’ drive from Goodwood Estate festivals and events
- Top spot for stargazing in Dark Sky Reserve
Newhouse Farm Wild Camping
Chichester, West Sussex, England- Quiet West Sussex wild camping site near the village of East Dean
- Goodwood Estate events 15 minutes’ drive; Chichester 25 minutes
- In the South Downs National Park, with access to South Downs Way
Sussex Topiary Campsite
Horsham, West Sussex, England- Peaceful, well-maintained site in West Sussex countryside near Horsham
- A 10-minute drive to golf and fishing; 40 minutes to the beach
- Pub and shop within walking distance; close to hikes on the Downs Link
The Barn Caravan Park
Lancing, West Sussex, England- Peaceful site seven miles from Brighton and half a mile from trains
- Carefully maintained to avoid overcrowding
- Picnic tables, small café/bar and play area on site
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Back to Basics Camping
Petworth, West Sussex, England- No-frills pop-up site on the edge of South Downs National Park
- Haslemere 20 minutes’ drive; Bignor Roman Villa 25 minutes
- Dogs welcome; barbecues allowed; pubs within a five-minute drive
Little Rock Cottage Camping and Glamping
Storrington, West Sussex, England- Scenic three-acre site for peaceful escapes in the South Downs
- A 20-minute drive to the south coast; 40 minutes to Brighton
- A few minutes' walk from a waterfall and a mile from Storrington
Holly Farm
Billingshurst, West Sussex, England- Peaceful site in West Sussex on the edge of a small village
- In the South Downs National Park; Chichester 35 minutes' drive
- A mile from two local pubs and a village shop
The Swipes Camping
Washington, West Sussex, England- Wild and pet-friendly site in the South Downs with meadow views
- On the South Downs Way and less than 10 minutes’ drive to Storrington
- Barbecues and campfires permitted; deli meals organised for delivery
Elessar Yurt Village
Chichester, West Sussex, England- Luxury yurts at a well-equipped site on the edge of the South Downs
- Chichester city centre 10 minutes' drive; West Wittering 20 minutes
- Shared wood-fired hot tub, campfire area and 'tree house' kitchen
Truleigh Hill Youth Hostel
Shoreham-by-Sea, West Sussex, England- Camping on the South Downs Way, with use of all Hostel Facilities.
Warren Valley Farm
Shoreham-by-Sea, West Sussex, England- Scenic family-friendly paddock pitches alongside the South Downs Way
- An hour's walk from Devil’s Dyke; 30 minutes' drive from Brighton
- Café on site; barbecues permitted; a short drive for shops and pubs
Kingley Vale Camp Site
Chichester, West Sussex, England- Scenic and spacious site in the South Downs National Park
- Chichester within 20 minutes’ drive; seaside resorts within 30
- Direct access to the Monarch's Way; 10 mins from the South Downs Way
Hundred Acres Woodland Camping
Compton, West Sussex, England- Well-kept woodland campsite in a West Sussex wildlife haven
- A 20-minute drive to Chichester; Portsmouth city centre half an hour
- Campfires allowed; a mile from Compton village shop and tea rooms
The Merry Harriers
Godalming, Surrey, England- Shepherd’s huts beside a pond on the grounds of a 16th-century pub
- A 15-minute drive to Godalming; llama treks organised from the site
- Units include smart TVs, coffee machines, wifi and underfloor heating
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