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General
- Simple pitches behind a West Sussex country pub
- A 15-minute drive from Horsham; half an hour to the South Downs
- Friendly pub with homemade food, beer garden and play area
Country walk, nice pub dinner, couple of drinks, very short walk back to your bed… if that sounds like a top way to spend a day, get yourselves over to the pitches behind The Blue Ship, a rural West Sussex pub just under 10 minutes’ drive from Billingshurst.
The pitches here are on the basic side (toilets are provided, but not showers) but they’re very well placed for rural walks and bike rides. Nearby trails run alongside rivers or canals and through little villages, and there’s easy access to the Downs Link route not far away too. Families and dogs are welcome on site, making it a splendid spot for a weekend away in the countryside, walks with the dog included and all.
If you catch yourself in the mood for a bit of alfresco cooking, it's good to know that barbecues are permitted on the pitches (although please note that disposable foil barbecues are not permitted). Bilingshurst should have most of the supplies you need, and bigger Horsham is about 15 minutes’ drive away for the pickier eateries. That said, the prospect of an evening in the pub is likely to be enticing too – it’s got a good menu of homemade dishes (including desserts and weekly specials) and an equally tempting range of drinks including cask ales.
All of this is rightly popular, so booking is essential if you want to dine in the pub for lunch or dinner. In sunny weather, the beer garden (with a play area) is the place to be for an alfresco drink or two.
Open from 05/05/2023 to 09/18/2023
Park type
Languages spoken
✓ English
Please note
There are no garbage cans onsite: all garbage will need to be taken home with you.
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.
Guests are advised to bring a good quality flashlight with them as parts of the park are unlit.
No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.
The park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
There is no reception building on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
This park has no on-site shower facilities.
Check availability at The Blue Ship…
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Max. persons: 5 x
One Tent or Trailer tent allowed per campsite
Campsite size : Max 6.0m width x 5.0m depth (19.7ft width x 16.4ft depth) Calculated area: 30.0m² (322.9ft²)
Ground type: Grass
Bring an awning
Max. persons: 5 x
One Motorhome or Class B motorhome or Travel trailer allowed per campsite
Campsite size : Max 6.0m width x 6.0m depth (19.7ft width x 19.7ft depth) Calculated area: 36.0m² (387.5ft²)
Ground type: Grass
Reviews
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From the manager...
Thank you for visiting and for taking the time to write a review. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay and hope to welcome you back next season. Best Wishes Sophie. |
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Great site!
From the manager...
Thank you for visiting and for taking the time to write a review. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay and hope to welcome you again. Best Wishes Sophie. |
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Level pitch, nice rural area and the pub is good.
From the manager...
Thank you for visiting and for taking the time to write a review. We are pleased that you liked the campsite over all and the pub. With regard to the number of campers, our maximum is 30 pitches and we NEVER exceed this. We could fit far more pitches than this and pack the field out but it is a deliberate choice not to do this and we only permit pitches around all four sides which leaves the whole centre area clear for people to enjoy open space, kids to play games etc. Best Wishes Sophie. |
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Great friendly site
From the manager...
Thank you for visiting and for taking the time to write a review. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay and hope to welcome you again soon. Best Wishes Sophie. |
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From the manager...
Thank you for visiting and for taking the time to write a review. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay and hope to welcome you again soon. Best Wishes Sophie. |
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From the manager...
Thank you for visiting and for taking the time to write a review. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay and hope to welcome you again soon. Best Wishes Sophie. |
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Lovely area with plenty of great walks.
From the manager...
Thank you for visiting and for taking the time to write a review. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay and hope to welcome you again soon. Best Wishes Sophie. |
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The perfect site for a couple of nights, not overcrowded, …
From the manager...
Thank you for visiting and for taking the time to write a review. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay and hope to welcome you again. Best Wishes Sophie. (Just a note re lights, toilets are not lit over night and this is stated in our listing and our welcome letter so guests will require a torch) |
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Excellent site plenty of space and a great area tucked away.
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Features
Leisure on park
Bar or club house
Cycle hire
Evening entertainment
Fishing
Fitness centre
Indoor swimming pool
Kids' club
On-site restaurant/cafe
Outdoor swimming pool
Playground
Recreation room/arcade
TV room
Takeout
Tennis
Watersports
Amenities on park
Bath available
Car parking by site/unit
Composting toilet
Disabled facilities
Dog park
Drying room
Free wifi
Grocery store
Ice pack freezing
Internet access
Laundromat
Parent & baby washroom
Payphone
Pick-up from public transport
Portable toilet
Pub toilets
Restrooms
Shower available
Washing-up area
Wifi
Groups welcome
Family friendly
Motorcycle friendly
Single-sex groups welcome
Student groups welcome
Rules
Barbecue grills allowed
Barbecue provided
Campfires allowed
Commercial vehicles allowed
Dogs allowed
Dogs allowed all year
Themes
Peaceful
Remote location
Utilities
Charging facilities
Dump station
Electric car charging point(s)
Propane/gas cylinders available
Recycling available
Renewable energy
Nearby amenities
Bar nearby
Dog walk nearby
Type
Medium (26-50 sites)
Pub campground
Location
Nearest transport
- Coach stations
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Crossroads
— 20.5 kilometers
Crossroads — 20.5 kilometers
The Castle — 20.9 kilometers
- Train stations
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Billingshurst Rail Station
— 5.4 kilometers
Christs Hospital Rail Station — 6.4 kilometers
Warnham Rail Station — 9.3 kilometers
- Ferry ports
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Weybridge Ferry Landing
— 35.4 kilometers
Shepperton Ferry Landing — 35.5 kilometers
Ditton Island Ferry Landing — 37.6 kilometers
- Airports
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London Gatwick Airport North Terminal
— 22.0 kilometers
London Gatwick Airport South Terminal — 22.7 kilometers
London Gatwick Airport — 22.8 kilometers
Local attractions
With the South Downs National Park (half an hour’s drive) so straightforward to get to from The Blue Ship, your packing list might need to include hiking boots for trails like the South Downs Way and a camera to snap pics of the sloping hills and river valleys.
To fuel those adventures in the South Downs, fill yourself up with a few tasty treats from the market town of Horsham (15 minutes). The energy will also come in handy for the walking and cycling trails that weave their way around Knepp Castle Estate (20 minutes), a gorgeous castle setting with an eco-friendly rewilding project.
Or perhaps you’re keen to potter around more historical places. Loxwood Joust (15 minutes) is a medieval jousting festival that runs on select dates. Otherwise, get into the Victorian spirit around Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens (half an hour), a Grade I-listed building with a Victorian garden, a dollhouse museum and wine tastings.
When it’s time for a few classic seaside activities like paddleboarding and strolls along the prom, Worthing (40 minutes) is a very worthy spot.
Must see
- Fishers Adventure Farm Park (4.7 kilometers)
- Petworth House & Park (13.9 kilometers)
- Parham House & Gardens (16.4 kilometers)
National Trust
- Petworth House and Park (13.9 kilometers)
- Winkworth Arboretum (14.1 kilometers)
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Policies
Permitted arrival/departure time
| RV, travel trailer and tent sites | ||
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| Arrive: | 2 p.m. – | 9 p.m. |
| Depart by: | noon | |
The Blue Ship cancelation policy
No refunds within 30 days of arrival date.
Changes cannot be made once you have booked.
No refunds/discounts for inclement weather, late arrivals or early departures.
If you need to cancel or amend your booking, please give as much notice as possible so that someone else has the chance to book. You may wish to buy holiday insurance for cancelations and for your property/injury whilst away.
Please note that your deposit is paid to Pitchup.com and is non-refundable.
Payment
A 15% non-refundable deposit is payable now. The Blue Ship will debit the balance from your card 30 days before arrival, or if the arrival date is sooner than 30 days then the balance will be taken immediately.
You can also opt to pay the full amount at the time of your booking, or at any point before the due date.
Payment methods accepted at the park
Bank transferTerms and conditions
Park booking terms and conditions- Does The Blue Ship have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is The Blue Ship dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near The Blue Ship? With the South Downs National Park (half an hour’s drive) so straightforward to get to from The Blue Ship, your packing list might need to include hiking boots for trails like the … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of The Blue Ship?
Read moreRV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: 2 p.m. – 9 p.m. Depart by: noon - How much does it cost to stay at The Blue Ship? From $21.66 (for 1 night, 5 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party. Check prices and availability
Thank you for visiting and for taking the time to write a review. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay and hope to welcome you again next Season.
Best Wishes
Sophie.