Wild Combe Camping

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Early evening (added by manager 02 Apr 2022)

Our fully furnished bell tent on our roughs site

Small, dog-friendly South Downs National Park site with two reservoirs
A five-minute drive to the South Downs Way and paddleboarding on site
Logs available for firepits and a pub five minutes’ walk away

Pick a hammock in the trees or a place to lay down underneath the sky and make time to relax, stargaze and get back to the basics… in between your wild swimming and paddleboarding, that is, because Wild Combe Camping in West Sussex has two private reservoirs for the sole use of their guests. This small, rural site tucked away in the South Downs National Park has no electricity (just the stars and the odd festoon lights hanging around). This is very much a family-focused site (furry friends included) all about making memories. What memories might these be? Well, perhaps nights around the firepit (the site sells logs from their felled trees for these) and paddleboarding on one of the two reservoirs (one is a short walk across a sleeper bridge and the other across a field). It'll surely include showering under the oak trees in a small copse with four bucket showers too. There’s a splendid copse for children to have adventures, as well as a rope swing and hammocks in the trees, and handy girls and boys’ loos. When you don’t fancy yet another barbecue, walk five minutes to the pub in Elsted village, which has views of the rolling South Downs, local beer and excellent food. The fuel will come in handy for all the walks in the South Downs – the South Downs Way is easily accessed five minutes’ drive away at Beacon Hill. Petersfield (15 minutes’ drive) to the west and Midhurst (10 minutes) to the east are places to sort any other essentials. When you budding explorers aren’t here, the fields go back to the way they were, and nature takes back control. That means you’re likely to see lots of wildlife. If you’re lucky this might include bouncy deer, super-fast hares, pheasants, herons by the reservoirs and frogs that have made their way over the fields and hedgerows in search of a watery home.

Site type

Please note

Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
Group bookings of 3 or more units (e.g. tent, touring caravan, motorhome or accommodation hire) travelling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
Dogs are not allowed if you are staying in the accommodation units.
Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
The site caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.
Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
Minimum spacing of 15 metres between pitches.
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.
No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.
No electric barbecues allowed.
There are no bins onsite: all rubbish will need to be taken home with you.

Languages spoken

English

Pitch types & availability

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Struttons non-electric grass tent pitch

4 people maximum

Ground type: Grass

Pitch size: Max 3.0m width x 5.0m depth (9.8ft width x 16.4ft depth) Calculated area: 15.0m² (161.5ft²)

4 people maximum

One Tent allowed per pitch

Additional units require additional pitches - quick book via 'Make another booking like this' after making your booking.

Pitch size

Max 3.0m width x 5.0m depth (9.8ft width x 16.4ft depth) Calculated area: 15.0m² (161.5ft²)

Ground type

Grass

Suitable for

Tent, (Trailer tent not allowed)

Features

Car 1 included, 2 max.

Dog(s) allowed 1 included, 1 max.

Car parking by pitch/unit

Extras

Bring a gazebo (1 max)		£3.50 (£3.50) per night
Bring a pup tent (1 max)		£3.50 (£3.50) per night
Bring an awning (1 max)		£3.50 (£3.50) per night
Extra car (1 max)		£5 (£5) per night
Extra tent (1 max)		£5 (£5) per night
Firepit (1 max)		£2 (£2) per night
Log basket (max unlimited)		£9 (£9) per item
Trailer (1 max)		£5 (£5) per night

You will be able to choose extras on the booking page.

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Tennis Wells non-electric grass tent pitch

4 people maximum

Ground type: Grass

Pitch size: Min 3.0m width x 5.0m depth (9.8ft width x 16.4ft depth) Calculated area: 15.0m² (161.5ft²)

4 people maximum

One Tent allowed per pitch

Additional units require additional pitches - quick book via 'Make another booking like this' after making your booking.

Pitch size

Min 3.0m width x 5.0m depth (9.8ft width x 16.4ft depth) Calculated area: 15.0m² (161.5ft²)

Ground type

Grass

Suitable for

Tent, (Trailer tent not allowed)

Features

Car 1 included, 2 max.

Dog(s) allowed 1 included, 1 max.

Car parking by pitch/unit

Extras

Bring a gazebo (1 max)		£3.50 (£3.50) per night
Bring a pup tent (1 max)		£3.50 (£3.50) per night
Bring an awning (1 max)		£3.50 (£3.50) per night
Extra car (1 max)		£5 (£5) per night
Extra tent (1 max)		£5 (£5) per night
Firepit (1 max)		£2 (£2) per night
Log basket (max unlimited)		£9 (£9) per item
Trailer (1 max)		£5 (£5) per night

You will be able to choose extras on the booking page.

Arrival days

No availability on our site

The Roughs non-electric grass tent pitch

4 people maximum

Ground type: Grass

Pitch size: Max 3.0m width x 5.0m depth (9.8ft width x 16.4ft depth) Calculated area: 15.0m² (161.5ft²)

4 people maximum

One Tent allowed per pitch

Additional units require additional pitches - quick book via 'Make another booking like this' after making your booking.

Pitch size

Max 3.0m width x 5.0m depth (9.8ft width x 16.4ft depth) Calculated area: 15.0m² (161.5ft²)

Ground type

Grass

Suitable for

Tent, (Trailer tent not allowed)

Features

Car 1 included, 2 max.

Dog(s) allowed 1 included, 1 max.

Car parking by pitch/unit

Extras

Bring a gazebo (1 max)		£3.50 (£3.50) per night
Bring a pup tent (1 max)		£3.50 (£3.50) per night
Bring an awning (1 max)		£3.50 (£3.50) per night
Extra car (1 max)		£5 (£5) per night
Extra tent (1 max)		£5 (£5) per night
Firepit (1 max)		£2 (£2) per night
Log basket (max unlimited)		£9 (£9) per item
Trailer (1 max)		£5 (£5) per night

You will be able to choose extras on the booking page.

Arrival days

No availability on our site

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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

Beautiful part of the Downs in walking distance to an excellent, family…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	No rating

Tom S. Aug 2024

The Roughs non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: Beautiful part of the Downs in walking distance to an excellent, family run pub. Lovely views, very peaceful, not too busy and plenty of space. We met the farm owner and she was lovely too! Our children loved the swings and playing in the woods. We would love to come back!

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Plenty of spaces, dog friendly, good layout, good location, friendly staff, very…

Overall	8/10
Location	10
Value for money	6
Accommodation	6
Facilities / Activities	6
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	6
Wifi	No rating

Anonymous Aug 2024

The Roughs non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: Plenty of spaces, dog friendly, good layout, good location, friendly staff, very basic

Disliked: Couldn't locate the bins. There was a noisy group nearby ( lots of laughter so I forgive them 😊) Not many available loos so there was a small queue for my morning wee.

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Dobre miejsce na szybki wypad

Overall	8/10
Location	10
Value for money	6
Accommodation	8
Facilities / Activities	2
Customer service	8
Child friendliness	2
Cleanliness	2
Wifi	2

Justyna G. Aug 2024

Struttons non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: Cisza spokój, duza przestrzen, fajne widoki, blisko do miasteczka,

Disliked: Jezioro glebokie i brudne, brak atrakcji nad jeziorem, zimna woda w prysznicach, ciezko sie umyc, toi toje brudne

Recommend to friends Visit again

Peaceful site with lots of space!

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	2

Rachael F. Sept 2024

Struttons non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: Lots of space, the reservoir is a huge plus. Really friendly hosts.

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Great location and pitch, with a lovely pub in walking distance. We…

Overall	8/10
Location	10
Value for money	8
Accommodation	8
Facilities / Activities	8
Customer service	8
Child friendliness	8
Cleanliness	8
Wifi	No rating

William W. Aug 2024

Tennis Wells non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: Great location and pitch, with a lovely pub in walking distance. We didn't even go swimming/sup on the reservoir as it was tipping with rain but had a great time at the campsite. Lots of beautiful villages and towns in the area with plenty to do.

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Excellent site, will definitely visit again

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	6
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	8
Child friendliness	8
Cleanliness	8
Wifi	2

Harry T. Aug 2024

The Roughs non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: Excellent location to get away from it all, lake swimming, great views and

Disliked: No bins at the site

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From the manager: Hi Harry, thank you so much for the review :) We need to have more signs for the bins, they are situated on our Struttons Field, apologise if you took your waste home.

Recommend: Can't comment on wifi as didn't use or attempt to use it

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	8
Facilities / Activities	8
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

mark c. Aug 2024

Struttons non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: I decided to take my 10 year old son for a nights camping last minute and found Wild Combe and decided to give it a go as it advertised 'water sport' and camp fires. The site is large and spread over a couple of fields. Mid week there were around 8 other campers families with small kids. Very friendly welcome and plenty of firewood for the evening at the eleven pounds including firepit (reasonable) We inflated a couple of canoes and took to he water around 9am and we were joined by others on paddle board. The revisor is bigger than it looks on from the bank once you're on the water and big enough for a couple of hours paddling and eating the kingfisher dart around the bank. Decided not to brave the 'bucket showers' on site but they did look clean as were the 'Loo s for Do's' withe plenty of hand sanitiser and toile paper. Great site and a wonderful impromptu night star gazing. Would highly recommend and we plan to return. M Cody

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Beautiful stay

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	8
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	4

Cheney M. Aug 2024

Bell tent

Liked: Really enjoyed the very clear signs to the campsites and clearly marked fields. Lyndsay was so lovely, helpful and made a lovely effort with my son. We hired a bell tent which was beautiful, had everything that was needed and very comfortable. The fields are lovely with lots of space to play and explore. The reservoir looked beautiful. The bucket showers are so refreshing and easy to use. Overall just had a really lovely stay!

Disliked: Only thing that we disliked was the smell of the loos, but also understand can't really avoid it in a wild camping experience!

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Peaceful site in beautiful location.

Overall	8/10
Location	8
Value for money	6
Accommodation	8
Facilities / Activities	6
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	8
Cleanliness	8
Wifi	No rating

Anonymous Aug 2024

Struttons non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: We really loved our stay and would drlefinately choose to go back. Loved the firepits, being able to swim in the resevoir, being near the pub and nice walks. The site itself was very peaceful with plenty of space between each pitch. Everyone was friendly and it felt very safe.

Disliked: Real shame that there was no drinking water. This is probably the only reason we would think twice before staying again. It also seemed quite far from any walkable village/small shops, so we had to buy water at the pub. We didnt like having to buy lots of single use plastic bottles.

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From the manager: Thank you for the review :) The water in our 1000 litre bowsers is drinking water, apologise if that wasn't made clear on arrival.

Cleanliness of the site. Pitches well spaced out. Fire pit and wood…

Overall	8/10
Location	10
Value for money	8
Accommodation	8
Facilities / Activities	8
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	No rating

Kate T. Aug 2024

Struttons non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: Cleanliness of the site. Pitches well spaced out. Fire pit and wood available. Great walks straight from the campsite.

Disliked: Bucket shower heads don’t work properly and only let a dribble through.

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From the manager: Thank you for the review :) We'll check the shower heads more often as leaves do fall in the connector, which can causes a bit of a blockage.

Features

Portable toilet

Pop-up campsite

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 swimming

Amenities 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 Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Budget/backpacker Forest Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No hot water Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Shop nearby

Type

Farm Medium (26-50 pitches) Pop-up campsite

Accessibility

Disabled facilities

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

Wild Combe Camping

Elsted

Midhurst

West Sussex

England

GU29 0JY

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

50.97278°N
-0.83125°W

Nearest transport

Coach

8 km Dragon Street

13.4 km Precinct

Rail

8.6 km Petersfield Rail Station

9 km Liss Rail Station

11.2 km Liphook Rail Station

Ferry

18 km Bosham Hoe Ferry Landing

18.6 km West Itchenor Ferry Landing

23.9 km Hayling Island Ferry Landing

Airport

37.2 km Southampton Airport

41.1 km Shoreham Brighton City Airport

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

Your time in the South Downs might take you to valleys, farm parks and historic estates… the National Trust’s Harting Down (10 minutes’ drive) is a peaceful pocket of wildlife with plenty of wildflowers and valley views. Sky Park Farm (10 minutes) is another place for wildlife fans – the deer farm has opportunities to get up and close with the herds, as well as playgrounds and a farm shop. While you’re here, you might want to catch a horse or motor race at the Goodwood Motor Circuit (25 minutes), or have your own driving experience over the circuit. Cowdray House (15 minutes) has a fine range of activities across its country estate, including golf, clay pigeon shooting, fly fishing or polo lessons. What else? Paddleboarding, surfing or swimming from the West Wittering Estate (45 minutes)? There’s also a popular pilgrimage route to Chichester Cathedral (25 minutes).

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name	Distance	Type	2020	2019	2018	2017
West Wittering	22.6 km	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Eastoke	23.4 km	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Bracklesham Bay	23.6 km	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Bognor Regis (Aldwick)	23.6 km	Sea	Good	Good	N/A	N/A
Pagham	23.8 km	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Good	Good

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Uppark House and Garden 4.5 km

West Dean Gardens 8.5 km

Weald & Downland Open Air Museum 8.9 km

Goodwood House 12.9 km

Fishbourne Roman Palace 15.2 km

National Trust

Uppark House and Garden 4.8 km

Petworth House and Park 15.5 km

Hindhead Commons and The Devil's Punch Bowl Cafï¿½ 17.1 km

Oakhurst Cottage 22.9 km

Hinton Ampner 23.7 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Elsted - Didling - Treyford - Elsted 0.5 km

Elsted - Treyford and the Downs 0.5 km

Harting - Hooksway 3.6 km

Midhurst Area - Stedham - Trotton - Iping 3.7 km

South Harting - West Harting Down - Torberry Hill 3.8 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.

Policies

Booking terms and conditions

Safety

Barbecues are permitted but must be raised off the ground and attended by an adult at all times.

Vehicles

Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.

General

Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.

Dogs

Dogs are not allowed if you are staying in the accommodation units.
Dogs must be kept on leads and supervised at all times.

Safety

Firearms are not permitted.

Occupancy

Group bookings of 3 or more units (e.g. tent, touring caravan, motorhome or accommodation hire) travelling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.

Safety

Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.

Hired accommodation

Hired accommodation: £50.00 (€57.78) damage/cleanliness/bracelet deposit is required on arrival and will be refunded on departure after inspection of your unit should no damage/losses be found.

Safety

If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.

General

In the event of a complaint, please speak to reception immediately. Complaints which are not brought to the management's attention during your stay cannot be dealt with once you have left the site.

Pitches

Minimum spacing of 15 metres between pitches.

Extras

Motorbike(s) can be brought instead of the car(s) included.

Safety

No electric barbecues allowed.

Occupancy

No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.

Hired accommodation

No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.

Vehicles

Only one car is to be parked by the pitch. Extra vehicles must be parked in the designated area.

Arrivals and departures

Please pick any available pitch on arrival.

General

Quiet hours must be respected between 10 p.m. and 9 a.m..
Radio, music and TV players must be kept at a low volume. Car doors and boots must be closed quietly.
Refunds within the indicated cancellation period are only possible if the site is able to relet your unit/pitch.

Safety

Swimming in the lake is allowed.

General

The management reserves the right to deny access or terminate the stay of those guests whose behaviour is deemed unsuitable. No refunds will be offered.
There are no bins onsite: all rubbish will need to be taken home with you.

Occupancy

The site caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.

Dogs

The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.

General

The site is not liable for any refund in the event of force majeure.

Arrivals and departures

The site will send you further check-in information 28 day(s) before your arrival.

Admission

Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.

Pitches

Units should not be left unoccupied unless previously agreed with the management. Please speak to reception when the need arises, a fee may be charged for unsupervised units.

Arrivals and departures

Units will be allocated on arrival.

Visitors

Visitors must leave the premises by 10 p.m..

Pitches

You must follow the management directives when pitching your tent/unit and related equipment.

Hired accommodation

Your unit must be left clean and tidy; a fine of £25.00 (€28.89) will be charged for unclean units upon departure.

Payment terms

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Frequently asked questions

Does Wild Combe Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
Is Wild Combe Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
What attractions are near Wild Combe Camping? Your time in the South Downs might take you to valleys, farm parks and historic estates… the National Trust’s Harting Down (10 minutes’ drive) is a peaceful pocket of wildlife with plenty … Read more