Newhouse Farm Wild Camping

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Some of the favourite guests
Some of the favourite guests
Park at the pitch
Campfire
South downs views
Newhouse lane and newhouse farmhouse
View across the pitches
Beautiful bell tent
View through the woods to postles barn
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Park at the pitch
Campfire
South downs views

  • Quiet West Sussex 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
Setting off for strolls in the South Downs National Park is splendidly easy from Newhouse Farm Wild Camping. This quiet and off-grid wild camping site is part of the Goodwood Estate, and it has footpaths running directly from the farm to the South Downs Way and other parts of the network of trails that run through this scenic part of the world. The farm makes a lovely place for a peaceful rural break in the West Sussex countryside, with pitches spread around the perimeter of a large field that’s got plenty of space in the middle for chilling out or playing games. There are gorgeous views of national park landscapes all around, and clusters of trees on site give a home to local wildlife. It’s a wild camping setup here, but you’ll have access to toilets (although please note no showers or hot water). Dogs and kids are welcome, and campfires and barbecues are permitted to help you cook and keep warm by night. And you may well need that warmth, as you’re likely to want to stay out as long as possible enjoying the starry displays in this International Dark Sky Reserve. The main Goodwood festival site is 15 minutes’ drive away, so this is a handy place to stay if you’re heading to an event there. Closer to home is the village of East Dean, just under two miles away, which has a good foodie pub.

Site type

Rent a tent 3
Tent sites 50
RV sites 50
Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 2
Open now
Opens April 12
Please note
  • This park has no on-site shower facilities.
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • 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).
  • 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.
  • Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
  • Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.
  • South Downs National Park is a ‘dark sky reserve’ so there is no lighting on site: please bring good-quality torches and spare batteries. Please note, access to the campsite is via an uphill gravel track which is bumpy in places.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Sat, Apr 12 to

Open from Sat, Mar 28 to

Pitch types & availability

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2 adults
0 children

Reviews

9.7

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Wild campingPeaceful

98% would recommend this site to a friend

98% would stay here again

What customers say

This campsite provides a peaceful, remote "wild camping" experience in a gorgeous rural setting. Reviewers highlight Rachel, the friendly host, spacious pitches, and clean portaloos. Despite basic facilities and a bumpy access track, guests love the tranquil atmosphere, campfires, and stargazing. Recommended for a back-to-basics escape.

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val w.

Primitive grass tent or RV campsite

Liked Rachel is a brilliant host and really cares about the site and the people staying there.
The site is clean and tidy. Loos basic but clean and checked often.
The field has easy access to the forest and south downs way. There is a great shop in graffham where you buy nearly anything!! The coffee is good.

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Been visiting this site for over 25 years now.…

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Tim M.

Primitive grass tent or RV campsite

Liked Been visiting this site for over 25 years now.

Disliked Lack of toilets for the amount of pitches.
There were at least a 100 people on Saturday night with only 6 or 7 portaloo’s between everyone which for the price of the pitch is a bit much.
Also I feel the entrance road could do with getting sorted as it’s not the best to drive down when loaded up with camping gear.

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From the manager: Dear Tim,

Thank you for your review and for coming to stay at the farm again this weekend. We really lucked out with the weather.

With regards to the toilets, we have nine units available. There are five units on the left as you come into the field and four units on the far side. Both sides of the field also provide an accessible unit, which is an increase from previous years at the farm. I service these units regularly throughout the day and night.

I too have had the pleasure of camping at the farm for many years now. When I took on the management of Newhouse Farm Camping last year, on behalf of the Goodwood Estate, the track was our first mission. You will have noticed the repairs that have been made to the track as you approach the field and the two passing places that have been added. These repairs and passing places will continue to take place until we have completed the whole track.

I do hope we will get to see you again soon.

With best wishes,
Rachel
Newhouse Farm Wild Camping

Lovely open campsite with stunning views. Portaloos were spotless and well stocked.…

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Anonymous

Primitive grass tent or RV campsite

Liked Lovely open campsite with stunning views. Portaloos were spotless and well stocked. Rachel was so welcoming, and the firepit with logs was a perfect touch and a good price.

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Back to basics. Tremendous views . Walks . Well managed . Friendly…

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Richard F.

Primitive grass tent or RV campsite

Liked Back to basics. Tremendous views . Walks . Well managed . Friendly and helpful customer service . Very rare now

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Had a really peaceful nights sleep and great walk from the campsite. Portable…

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Anonymous

Primitive grass tent or RV campsite

Liked Had a really peaceful nights sleep and great walk from the campsite.
Portable loos really clean.

Disliked The long rough track is a bit off putting.

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Our Happy Place

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Jackie B.

Primitive grass tent or RV campsite

Liked Beautiful big skies, surrounded by woodland, perfect peace and quiet with owls to keep you company every night. Friendly welcome from Rachel.

Disliked Nothing

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The campsite was great. Went as a large group of friends and…

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ellie c.

Primitive grass tent or RV campsite

Liked The campsite was great. Went as a large group of friends and we had all that we needed. Rachel helped and checked in on us throughout are stay and was so lovely. Overall loved it and would definitely come again .

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excellent location and views…

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deividas a.

Primitive grass tent or RV campsite

Liked excellent location and views

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Beautiful location, lovely peaceful site. Rachael was very helpful and welcoming.…

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Anonymous

Primitive grass tent or RV campsite

Liked Beautiful location, lovely peaceful site. Rachael was very helpful and welcoming. The facilities are basic as stated, but very clean. The site has great access to walks in all directions, including South Downs Way and West Sussex Literary Trail with a good selection of pubs nearby. We walked to The Cricketers in Duncton (long uphill walk coming back), the Star and Garter in East Dean, and the Milkshake bar at Ides Barn Dairy. Brilliant for stargazing on a clear night. The photos don't do it justice, we will definitely be back!

Disliked There was nothing we disliked, but the mobile reception is patchy onsite, so worth downloading maps/information before going.

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Relaxing, quiet, clean site and cosy little pod! My new fave place!

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Anonymous

The Cosy Cocoon camping pod (two person)

Liked Such a cute pod and a lovely campsite. Rachel was amazing, so friendly and welcoming. The site is clean, the toilets the cleanest portaloos to ever exist and I couldn’t believe how quiet it was!! I had the best nights sleep in that little pod.

Disliked Nothing really, I wasn’t even bothered by the lack of showers. It’s fine for one night, I might of struggled for longer without shower facilities

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Features

Portable toilet

Dogs allowed

Campfires allowed

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

Baby-changing facilities Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet 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 Scouts welcome 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

Forest Hikers’ paradise Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) No hot water Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Public transportation nearby

Type

Farm Medium (26-50 sites)

Accessibility

Accessible parking at site

Nearby leisure

Cycling nearby Golf nearby Horseback riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Newhouse Farm Wild Camping

Newhouse Lane

East Dean

Chichester

West Sussex

England

PO18 0NJ

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)

GPS

50.92512°N
0.69937°W

Route directions

Access to the camping field is up a hill, along a rural gravel track that is a little bumpy in places. What3words: travels.being.flattered.

Nearest transport

Coach
11.8 km Bus Station
13.1 km Queen St
13.1 km Queen St
Rail
11.3 km Barnham Rail Station
11.5 km Amberley Rail Station
11.9 km Chichester Rail Station
Ferry
17.1 km Bosham Hoe Ferry Landing
17.6 km West Itchenor Ferry Landing
27 km Hayling Island Ferry Landing
Airport
30.5 km Shoreham Brighton City Airport
44.9 km London Gatwick Airport North Terminal
45.5 km 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

A stay at Newhouse Farm puts you in pole position for the numerous festivals at Goodwood Estate, but the campsite is just as close to the fascinating Weald and Downland Living Museum (both 10 minutes’ drive), with its carefully restored historic farmhouses and half-timbered cottages. Chichester (25 minutes) is another cultural hotspot with a Gothic-era cathedral and events at the acclaimed Festival Theatre. Equally unmissable is the verdant West Dean Gardens (15 minutes), with its fabulous display of informal plantings, pretty waterside walks and Victorian glasshouses. There’s a stellar collection of Old Master paintings and ornate suites of rooms filled with priceless treasures at National Trust-owned Petworth House and Park, or you can step further back in time at Fishbourne Roman Palace (both 25 minutes) to see decorative mosaics in a life-size mock-up of an ancient Roman villa. If the kids want their day at the beach, choose between the sand-and-shingle expanse backed by cafés and amusement arcades at Bognor Regis or walk the dogs along the quiet sands at West Wittering (40 minutes).

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Felpham 15.8 km Sea N/AGoodGoodN/A
Bognor Regis East 16 km Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Bognor Regis (Aldwick) 16.2 km Sea GoodGoodN/AN/A
Middleton-On-Sea 16.4 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Littlehampton 17.7 km Sea N/AGoodGoodGood

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Weald & Downland Open Air Museum 4.7 km

West Dean Gardens 6.1 km

Goodwood House 6.6 km

Petworth House & Park 9.4 km

Chichester Cathedral 11.3 km

National Trust

Petworth House and Park 9.3 km

Uppark House and Garden 13.9 km

Hindhead Commons and The Devil's Punch Bowl Caf� 21.1 km

Oakhurst Cottage 23.7 km

Winkworth Arboretum 27.3 km

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

East Dean - South Downs Way - East Dean 2 km

East Dean - Goodwood Country Park 2.2 km

Charlton Forest - South Downs Way 3.2 km

Heyshott Down - South Downs Way - Cocking 3.4 km

SOUTH DOWNS 3.7 km

Local events

  • Arundel Festival (Saturday, August 16, 2025 – Saturday, August 16, 2025)

    Arundel, England 12.8 km

  • Farnborough International Airshow (Monday, July 20, 2026 – Monday, July 20, 2026)

    Farnborough, England 38.8 km

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.

Nearest sites

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Newhouse Farm Wild Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Newhouse Farm Wild Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Newhouse Farm Wild Camping? A stay at Newhouse Farm puts you in pole position for the numerous festivals at Goodwood Estate, but the campsite is just as close to the fascinating Weald and Downland Living Museum … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Newhouse Farm Wild Camping?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  noon –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  Anytime
    On-park accommodation
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon

    The departure time on Saturdays is 12pm.

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  • How much does it cost to stay at Newhouse Farm Wild Camping? From $55.82 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.