Ashburnham Place Camping

History buffs rejoice –1066 country is within easy reach of Ashburnham Place Camping.The ancient ramparts of Battle Abbey, where the Norman Conquest of England kicked off, are a 10-minute drive away. Herstmonceux Castle (15 minutes) is another historic must-see: this gorgeous red-brick fortress dates back to the 15th century and has over 300 acres of lovingly landscaped grounds to discover. Want to feel the sand between your toes? Jaunts to Bexhill-on-Sea will set you back a breezy 20 minutes; Pevensey Bay's quieter shingle beach is also nearby (20 minutes). Swing by Pevensey Levels National Nature Reserve if heading to or from that latter spot – wading birds flock to this wildlife hub and can often be spotted scurrying between the reed beds. Younger kids joining you on stays at Ashburnham Place Camping may well be interested in tiddler-pleasing attractions like Drusillas Park (a zoo) or Smugglers Adventure (both 20 minutes). There's also a Go Ape on hand at Bedgebury for teens (30 minutes) – adults unwilling to get geared up and scale the trees themselves can admire their progeny from below in the peaceful surrounds of Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest.