Birdwatching: Campsites in South East England

Nightingale Camping

• Spacious family-friendly and dog-friendly village site in Kent
• Walking distance from watersports, fishing lakes and off-road cycling
• Five pubs, tearooms and shop a short walk away; walking trails nearby

John Wayne's Lodge

• Quirky seaside lodgings in Peacehaven, with private beach
• A 15-minute drive to Brighton; Beachy Head 30 minutes
• Pet-friendly site with hot tub, barbecues and wifi

Chase Farm Glamping

• Glamping on a farm with spectacular views near Horsham in West Sussex
• A 25-minute drive to the South Downs, and 45 minutes to Brighton
• Well-equipped kitchens, TV and private decking; wildlife on site

Middle Barn Farm

• Dog-friendly grassy pitches with views over the Pevensey Marshes
• A 15-minute drive to Knockhatch Adventure Park; 20 minutes to Hastings
• On-site shop with drinks, ice and ice cream; footpath to the beach

Sumners Ponds Fishery and Campsite

• Campsite and fishery set on a secluded working farm in West Sussex
• Footpaths and cycle trails in and around the site
• Restaurant and bar on the side of the Sumners Lake

Ridlington Farm

• Rural retreat near Petworth with spectacular views of the South Downs
• Luxury bell tents in woodland with firepits and private hot tub
• Fairy wishing tree, fancy dress, story corner and communal firepit

Cheverton Copse Holiday Park

• Family-run holiday park in a scenic setting near Sandown and Shanklin
• Peaceful countryside setting with direct access to walking paths
• Car-free environment with three playgrounds and a huge games field

Kingley Vale Camp Site

• Scenic and spacious site in the South Downs National Park
• Chichester within 20 minutes’ drive; seaside resorts within 30
• Direct access to the Monarch's Way; 10 mins from the South Downs Way

Lockhurst Hatch Farm

• Site in the Surrey Hills with spectacular views set over 30 acres
• In its own valley just over seven miles from the town of Guildford
• Direct access to a footpath leading into the forest and a bridleway

Drews Farm

• Luxury shepherd’s huts on a farm in the South Downs National Park
• Chichester, Hayling Island and Goodwood 25 minutes’ drive
• Outdoor bath and secure shed for bikes; pub and shop 20 minutes’ walk

Live The Adventure Bus

• Adults-only East Sussex glamping on a converted bus
• Ashdown Forest and Bluebell Railway within a 10-minute drive
• Rooftop deck with gorgeous views, hot tub and fairy lights

Feather Down - Canfields Farm

• Luxurious and family-friendly glampsite on a West Sussex beef farm
• An hour’s drive from London; 20 minutes to Horsham
• Play area and animal encounters; pizza oven and covered pavilion

Feather Down Country Retreats (Layer Marney Tower)

Longbeech Caravan and Camping Site

• Secluded Hampshire family campsite in the New Forest National Park
• Lymington, Beaulieu and Paulton's Park within a half-hour drive
• Woodland pitches with direct access to waymarked walking trails