Ouse Meadow Campsite
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- Almost-wild camping on the banks of the Ouse river by Sheffield Park
- Bluebell Railway station over the road; Ashdown Forest 10 mins' drive
- Rope swings, hammocks and play area; firepits for hire on site
Site type
- Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
- Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
- There are no bins onsite: all rubbish will need to be taken home with you.
- Please be aware that there is a river running along the boundary of the campsite so children must be monitored at all times.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Fri, 2 May to
Pitch types & availability
Non-electric grass tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch
8 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Unlimited
Arrival daysFrom £26 (£26)
View prices & bookNon-electric grass tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch (riverside)
8 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Unlimited
Arrival daysFrom £26 (£26)
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Reviews
99% would recommend this site to a friend
96% would stay here again
What customers say
A lovely, peaceful spot with plenty of space. Clean loos & hot outdoor showers a hit! Great for exploring the Bluebell Railway & Sheffield Park. Friendly staff & handy food vans. Minor quibbles: few bins, some plane noise.
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Great site, simple but clean and spacious
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Liked Everything
Disliked Nothing
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Would definitely recommend.
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Liked Friendly and helpful. Great location. Good showers.
Disliked No bins.
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We had a lovely stay in the Railway Meadow!…
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Liked We had a lovely stay in the Railway Meadow!
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Stunning place, loads nearby.…
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Liked Stunning place, loads nearby.
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Heel veel plek
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Liked De douches en de ruimte op het camping terrein
Disliked Geen afvalplek, geen bereik, veel lawaai van vliegtuigen. Geen goede plek om af te wassen.Duur
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This is an excellent site, clean and very peaceful. A lovely host too.
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Liked The meadows, the host, the amenities the peace and quiet.
Disliked There was nothing to dislike.
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Spotless facilities and attention to detail. Great communication and Hospitality. Beautiful Views…
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Liked Spotless facilities and attention to detail. Great communication and Hospitality. Beautiful Views and walks and an even steam railway opposite and a national trust garden next door . Camp is based on trust and respect for your fellow camper and respect for those providing a lovely location for others to spend time. It is not an effort to take one’s rubbish home , in fact it makes one generate less of it which is something we should all address in our daily lives .. Showers are spacious and spotless as are the loos and handbasins . Many Thanks to Neil and to Macie. We will be back I’m sure .
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Very large fields so plenty of room
Non-electric grass tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch
Liked Friendly staff. Helped when needed.
Fire pits and kindling available
Very spacious
Location is perfect for the bluebell railway
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Good access to facilities, friendly check in and extremely helpful with extras…
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Liked Good access to facilities, friendly check in and extremely helpful with extras like fire pits and wood etc., as well as checking in on guests in heat to make sure they were okay.
Loved adult only field. Easy access to beautiful hikes. Great tea/coffee can and pizza van - made the stay even more enjoyable.
Would definitely recommend!
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Worth a visit
Non-electric grass tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch
Liked All of it!
Disliked Bins on sight would have helped but not a big problem
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Features
Dogs allowed
Campfires allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis Watersports Wild swimmingAmenities on site
Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Leave the car at home Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearbyType
Farm Medium (26-50 pitches)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Outdoor pool nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Ouse Meadow Campsite
Sheffield Park
Lewes
East Sussex
England
TN22 3QL
Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.9937°N
0.00247°E
Route directions
Nearest transport
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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Brighton Kemptown | 21.6 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Good |
Saltdean | 21.8 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Brighton Central | 21.9 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Hove | 22.4 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Southwick | 24.8 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Sheffield Park Garden 0.8 km
Bluebell Railway 1 km
Wakehurst Place 10.4 km
Standen 12.3 km
Nymans 15.3 km
National Trust
Sheffield Park Garden 0.8 km
Wakehurst Place 10.2 km
Standen 12.2 km
Nymans 15.5 km
Monk's House 17.4 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
SHEFFIELD PARK 1 km
Danehill - Cumnor House - Newnhams - Buttocks Bank Wood 4.5 km
NEWICK PARK 4.7 km
Horsted Keynes - Sheffield Park 6.7 km
Fairwarp - Ashdown Forest - Fairwarp 6.7 km
Local events
- Arundel Festival (Saturday 16 August 2025 – Saturday 16 August 2025)
Arundel, England 42 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
Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Ouse Meadow Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Ouse Meadow Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Ouse Meadow Campsite? You’ll definitely want to pack your walking boots for a stay here, as there are lots of options for exploring on foot. A short 10-minute walk gets you to Ringwood Toll, which … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Ouse Meadow Campsite?
Camping and touring Arrive: 1 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: noon - How much does it cost to stay at Ouse Meadow Campsite? From €30.02 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.