Pondside Glamping
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- Basic but comfortable glampsite in the High Weald National Landscape
- A 10-minute drive to Hastings or Winchelsea; Rye 15 minutes
- Public footpath next to the site for easy access to walks
Site type
- Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
- The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dog Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
- Group bookings of 4 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
- Single-sex bookings of 4 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Tue, 1 Jul to
Pitch types & availability
Bell tent (basic)
6 people maximum
Dimensions: 16.4ft width × 16.4ft length
Arrival daysFrom £40 (£40)
View prices & bookBell tent (plus)
6 people maximum
Dimensions: 16.4ft width × 16.4ft length
Arrival daysFrom £60 (£60)
View prices & bookBell tent (superior)
6 people maximum
Dimensions: 16.4ft width × 16.4ft length
Arrival daysFrom £75 (£75)
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Reviews
100% would recommend this site to a friend
100% would stay here again
What customers say
A peaceful, well-equipped spot ideal for exploring nearby. Kelly's friendly, helpful hosting and the clean, pretty bell tents were a highlight. Superior tents boast great amenities. Communal fires, volleyball, and ping pong enhance the glamping fun. Nearby pub and beach are a bonus.
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very nice place for good price
Bell tent (plus)
Liked Nice little tidy place
Clean facility
Pond and horses nearby
big carpark
Disliked Table tennis tables could be in better condition
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Absolutely amazing experience
Bell tent (superior)
Liked The experience was absolutely wonderful.
The location itself is beautiful—lush, green, and peaceful, with plenty of trees and a serene atmosphere. We found the tents to be very comfortable, everything clean and clearly well-maintained.
We also appreciated the spotless bathrooms and the easy-to-use kitchen appliances—everything felt new and thoughtfully prepared. A special thanks to Kelly for her excellent customer care and for being so helpful throughout our stay.
Overall, my family and I had an amazing time and we will definitely be returning.
It was truly a lovely way to spend time in nature.
Thank you for making our camping trip so special!
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Amazing! Perfect way to introduce the kids into camping…
Bell tent (superior)
Liked Amazing! Perfect way to introduce the kids into camping
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Lovely place we will b back
Bell tent (superior)
Liked Lovely campsite perfect for families, not too many tents and a good choice of basic to luxury camping options.
Clean and functional toilets and showers.
Easy to contact hosts
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Great little campsite basic & peaceful , perfect for an overnight stay…
Bell tent (superior)
Liked Great little campsite basic & peaceful , perfect for an overnight stay to explore local towns nearby within a short distance. We stayed in the superior bell tent, Kelly was great communicating before our stay asking if there was anything we requested e.g coal / logs for the fire pit and during if we had any questions. The facilities were clean and equipped with a small cooking stove, plates , pots , pans , cups, cutlery , kettle , teabags, coffee, biscuits. We were impressed with the price and would definitely come back to stay.
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Beautiful location, Kelly and her family were so incredibly welcoming and helpful…
Bell tent (plus)
Liked Beautiful location, Kelly and her family were so incredibly welcoming and helpful despite we'd managed to book on totally the wrong day! Hugely recommended tranquil setting with great facilities.
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Well equipped, spacious and clean! Loved it!
Bell tent (superior)
Liked Really well equipped and nice site in a great location to explore the region. Clean and well appointed facilities and loved using the firepit.
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Very good location with amenities and the beach within a short driving…
Bell tent (basic)
Liked Very good location with amenities and the beach within a short driving distance. Everything that we needed for the night could be purchased from the local Aldi. The host was very welcoming and gave us a good introduction to the site and the neighbourhood. Site has table tennis, badminton, pit fire and BBQ facilities as well.
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This was such a lovely campsite. The tents and amenities were very…
Bell tent (basic)
Liked This was such a lovely campsite. The tents and amenities were very pretty and clean. There’s a communal fire pit, volley ball net, ping pong tables, etc which was a lovely extra touch. The bell tents are very spacious, and the ‘superior’ one we stayed in had everything you could need for your stay (beds, fairy lights, fire pit, outdoor dining area, kettle, pans and plates, sofa, cushions etc). The host is super friendly and helpful, and we couldn’t have asked for a nicer stay. Truly recommend for anyone who wants a glamping experience. There’s a nice pub and a pretty beach just down the road too!
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Features
Pop-up campground
Dogs 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 WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearUtilities
Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Pop-up campground Tiny (1-10 sites)Location
Pondside Glamping
Friars Hill
Pett Road
Hastings
East Sussex
England
TN35 4ER
Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.88883°N
0.63334°E
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 |
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Hastings Pelham Beach | 5.2 km | Sea | N/A | N/A | N/A | Good |
Winchelsea | 6.3 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
St Leonards | 7.2 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Camber | 12.4 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Good |
Bexhill | 12.8 km | Sea | N/A | N/A | N/A | Good |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
A Smugglers Adventure at St Clements Caves 4.6 km
Hastings Castle and 1066 Story 4.9 km
1066 Battle Abbey and Battlefield 10.7 km
Camber Sands 12.2 km
Great Dixter House and Gardens 12.5 km
National Trust
Lamb House 9.7 km
Bodiam Castle 14.1 km
Smallhythe Place 17.3 km
Bateman's 21 km
Sissinghurst Castle Garden 24.8 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Fairlight - Hastings Country Park - Hastings 1.5 km
Anne 4.5 km
ALEXANDRA PARK 5.2 km
Winchelsea - Pett Level - Winchelsea 6.4 km
ST LEONARD'S GARDENS 6.8 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.
Want to know more about camping in East Sussex?
Frequently asked questions
- Does Pondside Glamping have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Pondside Glamping dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Pondside Glamping? Being within the High Weald National Landscape naturally means that you’ll have plenty of scenic choices for walks and bike rides, whether you fancy a gentle stroll or pedal or something rather … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Pondside Glamping?
On-site accommodation Arrive: 3 p.m. – 9 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Pondside Glamping? From $91.54 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.