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 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

Local produce

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

Adults only

Barbecue grills allowed

Barbecue provided

Campfires allowed

Commercial vehicles allowed

Dogs allowed

No dogs allowed

Themes

Budget/backpacker

Forest

Gastronomic delight

Hikers’ paradise

Lake and/or mountain

Leave the car at home

Luxury

Peaceful

Remote location

Spectacular scenery

Wild camping

Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities

Dump station

Electric car charging point(s)

Propane/gas cylinders available

Recycling available

Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby

Convenience store nearby

Dog walk nearby

Nearby farmers' market

Public transportation nearby

Type

Farm

Small (11-25 sites)

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

11.8 km The Castle

11.9 km Little Chef

16.1 km Church

Rail

7.8 km Billingshurst Rail Station

8.8 km Christs Hospital Rail Station

10.9 km Pulborough Rail Station

Ferry

35.6 km Newhaven Harbour Ferry Terminal

39.5 km Bosham Hoe Ferry Landing

39.9 km West Itchenor Ferry Landing

Airport

16.2 km Shoreham Brighton City Airport

24.7 km London Gatwick Airport North Terminal

24.8 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

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	17.1 km	Sea	N/A	Good	Good	Good
Shoreham Beach	17.4 km	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Good	Excellent
Southwick	18.2 km	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Worthing	18.3 km	Sea	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Hove	21.5 km	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Parham House & Gardens 10.9 km

Fishers Adventure Farm Park 11.2 km

Nymans 14.6 km

Petworth House & Park 17.6 km

Arundel Castle and Gardens 18.6 km

National Trust

Nymans 14.4 km

Petworth House and Park 17.4 km

Wakehurst Place 22.2 km

Oakhurst Cottage 25.6 km

Winkworth Arboretum 26 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

KNEPP CASTLE 1.6 km

Shipley - Knepp Castle - River Adur Circular 1.7 km

LITTLE THAKEHAM 6.3 km

West Chiltington - Nutbourne 6.3 km

Nuthurst 7.2 km

Local events

Arundel Festival (Saturday, August 17, 2024 – Saturday, August 17, 2024)
Arundel, England 18.7 km
Goodwood Festival of Speed (Thursday, July 11, 2024 – Thursday, July 11, 2024)
Chichester, England 28.6 km
Glyndebourne Festival (Thursday, May 16, 2024 – Thursday, May 16, 2024)
Lewes, England 31.6 km
Farnborough International Airshow (Monday, July 22, 2024 – Monday, July 22, 2024)
Farnborough, England 43.6 km
Hampton Court Palace Festival (Tuesday, June 11, 2024 – Tuesday, June 11, 2024)
Hampton, England 48.1 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.

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