Campgrounds for backpackers in East Sussex
4 bookable campsites in East Sussex
All distances are calculated "as the crow flies".
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Bramley Park Camping
Polegate, East Sussex, England- Eco-conscious green field site in the South Downs National Park
- Eastbourne 15 minutes’ drive; Pevensey 20 minutes; Brighton 45 minutes
- Showers, toilets and food truck on site; pubs a short drive away
Stud Farm
Lewes, East Sussex, England- Peaceful back-to-basics rural site in the village of Telscombe
- Just off the South Downs Way and 30 minutes' walk to the beach
- Organic meat and free-range eggs available to buy from the farm
Buckhurst Campsite
Sedlescombe, East Sussex, England- Peaceful farm close to Hastings, three miles from Battle Abbey
- Five beaches and two castles within five miles
- Modern amenities including a refurbished toilet and shower block
Oakfield Farm Campsite
Hailsham, East Sussex, England- Back to basics farm site between the South Downs and High Weald
- A 20-minute drive to the coast for Eastbourne or Seven Sisters cliffs
- Catering van with local produce freshly cooked for you
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Bear and Cedar Camping
Ringmer, East Sussex, England- Spacious family-run site on the edge of the South Downs National Park
- A 10-minute drive to Lewes; half an hour to the south coast
- Dog-friendly pitches with firepits to hire; pub five minutes' walk
The Oaks Poultry Farm
Ditchling, East Sussex, England- Family-friendly working farm site in the South Downs National Park
- A 10-minute drive from Ditchling Beacon and 25 minutes from Brighton
- On-site farm shop, tearoom and kids' farm (free entry for guests)
Lovebrook
Lewes, East Sussex, England- Peaceful back to basics site in a scenic South Downs village
- On Saturdays: a café, farm shop, drop-in yoga and family nature club
- Woodfired sauna and cold plunge pool for an additional fee
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Mays Farm
Ringmer, East Sussex, England- Simple grass pitches on a working farm a 10-minute drive from Lewes
- Glyndebourne 10 minutes’ drive; Brighton half an hour
- Farm shop and farm workshops on site, plus animals to meet
Beechenwood Farm
Crowborough, East Sussex, England- Peaceful pitches on a working farm just on the edge of Crowborough
- A 15-minute drive from Royal Tunbridge Wells and Pooh Sticks Bridge
- Close to Ashdown Forest walks; horse riding available on the farm
Campfire Weekends
Eridge, East Sussex, England- Peaceful dog-friendly site for over-21s on a farm in East Sussex
- A 20-minute drive from Scotney Castle, Bewl Water and Go Ape
- Campfires and barbecues permitted; Eridge pubs 30 mins' walk away
Glottenham
Robertsbridge, East Sussex, England- Nearly wild pop-up site in a hay field with a woodland and wetland
- Surrounded by country walks and a 10-minute drive from Battle Abbey
- Quiet and back to basics, with village pubs 20 minutes’ walk away
Cobbs Hill Farm Caravan & Camping Park
Bexhill On Sea, East Sussex, EnglandMerrylands
Hailsham, East Sussex, EnglandPop-up Brighton Campsite
Brighton, East Sussex, EnglandYamp Camp Firle
Lewes, East Sussex, England- East Sussex meadow camping with South Downs views near Lewes
- A 15-minute drive to Drusillas Park, and 25 minutes to Brighton
- Large flat pitches with an adventure trail for kids; group-friendly
Brightling Park Campsite
Brightling, East Sussex, England- Spacious site next to woodland in the middle of a country estate
- A 10-minute drive from Battle and half an hour from Hastings
- Campfires, barbecues and kids welcome on the peaceful grounds
Parkes Farm
Battle, East Sussex, England- Family-friendly East Sussex farm site on the edge of the High Weald
- A 15-minute drive from the beach and 25 minutes from Hastings
- Direct access to the 1066 Country Walk; woodland walks and pub nearby
Commanche Camping
Hailsham, East Sussex, England- No-frills pet-friendly pop-up site on a semi-rural working farm
- Half an hour’s drive from Eastbourne and 40 minutes from Hastings
- Small firepits permitted; logs and kindling available; pubs nearby
High Barn Retreats
Brighton, East Sussex, England- Dog-friendly wild camping site in the South Downs National Park
- A 25-minute drive from Lewes and half an hour’s drive from Brighton
- A five-minute drive to pubs, local shops and the beach in Rottingdean
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