Peel House Farm

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Path to pitches
Path to pitches
Grass pitches in a tree lined field
Plenty of space
Lovely green views all around
Spacious pitches
Electric grass pitch
Lovely day on site
Surrounded by greenery
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Grass pitches in a tree lined field
Plenty of space
Lovely green views all around

  • Small family-run East Sussex site between Hailsham and Polegate
  • Eastbourne, Drusillas Park and South Downs within 15 minutes' drive
  • Access to Cuckoo Trail via footpath; walk/bike on paths to the towns
Take a slice of the easy life in East Sussex with a stay at Peel House Farm – this compact family-run site is surrounded by peaceful farmland, but it’s only a few minutes’ drive from both Hailsham and Polegate for handy access to shops, places to eat and other amenities. You can also reach both towns in a few minutes by bike, along a gravel/tarmac path of a mile, making this a suitable site for those travelling without a car (Polegate has a railway station, and there are bus connections to Hailsham). Even closer than either of those towns is the Cuckoo Trail, a popular 14-mile mostly traffic-free trail that makes a wonderful way to see some of the local scenery. It’s easily accessed from the site via a public footpath. More places to walk? You’ll be in prime position between the South Downs National Park and the High Weald National Landscape, so there are plenty of options nearby. And with the coast just a few miles away as well, you can also take strolls around Eastbourne, Beachy Head and the Seven Sisters cliffs. Pick up supplies while you’re out and about, because barbecues are permitted on site and make a lovely way to finish your outdoor day. There’s a small play area and a recreation field on site where kids can tire themselves out for a decent night’s sleep, and the bathroom block has been thoughtfully kitted out with heating and family-sized cubicles with baby-changing facilities. The covered washing-up area has hot water, and you’ll also have access to wifi if you need it.

Site type

Caravans for hire 2
Caravan sites 15
Tent sites 15
Motorhome sites 15
Open now
Opens 20 May

Tourist board rating

Please note
  • 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).
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
  • Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the campground/park are unlit.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Tue, 20 May to

Pitch types & availability

Accommodation

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Reviews

9

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Cleanliness
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Peaceful

91% would recommend this site to a friend

91% would stay here again

What customers say

Peaceful, well-kept site. Friendly owners, great rural spot, good Cuckoo Trail access. Facilities clean but dated. Some shower/cleanliness issues noted. Great for walkers, cyclists, quiet breaks.

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Great location easy by public transport

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Kirsty A.

Unpowered grass and earth site

Liked Great location for coming by public transport/bike as located by a walking route to either Polgate or Hailsham. Lovely view of the South Downs and nice flat pitches. Warm welcome, and good washing up facilities

Recommend to friends Visit again

We had a lovely two-night stay with our camper at this camp site

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Anonymous

Powered grass and earth site

Liked We stayed at this campsite for two nights with our camper, and we absolutely loved it. The atmosphere is incredibly peaceful – the perfect place to relax and unwind. Everything is sclean and well maintained, from the pitches to the facilities.

The owners are truly wonderful – warm, welcoming, and always ready to help. The owner also has a great sense of humor and was always up for a friendly chat or a laugh, which added a lovely personal touch to our stay.

Honestly, there’s nothing negative I can say. This is one of those rare places where everything just feels right. We would definitely come back!

Disliked The sanitary facilities are clean and tidy, though they could benefit from some modern updates. That said, everything worked well and was kept in good condition.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Schöner Campingplatz für Wanderer oder Radfahrer. Es gibt eine kurze Verbindung zu…

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Anonymous

Powered grass and earth site

Liked Schöner Campingplatz für Wanderer oder Radfahrer. Es gibt eine kurze Verbindung zu einem Weg der von Hailsham nach Polegate führt. In beiden Städten kann man gut essen und trinken oder von Polegate mit dem Zug weiter… Auf dem Platz ist es sauber und alle waren stets freundlich und hilfsbereit

Recommend to friends Visit again

Would recommend for a quiet weekend and lovely walks with dogs.

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DanniDa D.

Powered grass and earth site

Liked Great hosts, all the facilities you need. Peaceful and friendly site. Perfect access to cuckoo trail. Walked north to Hailsham and south to Polegate, both 40/50min walk.

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

In addition to all in the like list great clean facilities.

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Tim C.

Powered grass and earth site

Liked Lovely grassy pitch in a really quiet setting. Friendly owners who gave some good advice to first time motorhomers!

Disliked Nothing to dislike.

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Friendly and helpful host Nice and quiet location…

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Valter V.

Unpowered grass and earth site

Liked Friendly and helpful host
Nice and quiet location

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great place, quiet, open clean field, friendly!…

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Denis D.

Unpowered grass and earth site

Liked Great place, quiet, open clean field, friendly!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Quiet, peaceful surroundings. Friendly owners, good showers, washing up facilities, water and…

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Tom C.

Powered grass and earth site

Liked Quiet, peaceful surroundings. Friendly owners, good showers, washing up facilities, water and electric hook-up.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great washing up and toilet facilities, good location for us. Calm site.…

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Anonymous

Powered grass and earth site

Liked Great washing up and toilet facilities, good location for us. Calm site. Friendly owner

Recommend to friends Visit again

Everything 😊 Lovely location, beautiful views. Good flat pitch in a stunning meadow.…

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les b.

Unpowered grass and earth site

Liked Everything 😊
Lovely location, beautiful views. Good flat pitch in a stunning meadow.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

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 Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry Local produce Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

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

Camping 2.0

Jumbo tent sites

Themes

Budget/backpacker Leave the car at home Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby

Type

Farm Small (11-25 sites)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Caravan storage facilities Seasonal sites Water hook-up points for caravans

Location

Peel House Farm

Ersham Road

Polegate

East Sussex

England

BN27 2RH

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

50.84137°N
0.25599°E

Route directions

The site can only be accessed via B2104 (Ersham Road) between Hailsham and Stonecross, and not via Sayerland Lane, which is single-lane and difficult to pass for oncoming traffic.

Nearest transport

Coach
2.5 km Tesco
2.5 km High Street
2.7 km St George's Church
Rail
2.4 km Polegate Rail Station
5.3 km Hampden Park (Sussex) Rail Station
5.6 km Pevensey & Westham Rail Station
Ferry
15.3 km Newhaven Harbour Ferry Terminal
Airport
38.5 km Shoreham Brighton City Airport
45.8 km London Gatwick Airport
45.8 km London Gatwick Airport South Terminal

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

Attractions and activities nearby include: - Knockhatch Adventure Park: 10 minutes’ drive - Pevensey Castle: 10 minutes - Blackberry Farm Park: 15 minutes - Eastbourne (for the Miniature Railway Park, Towner Gallery and beaches): 15 minutes - Drusillas Park: 15 minutes - Long Man of Wilmington: 15 minutes - Seven Sisters Country Park: 20 minutes - Herstmonceux Castle: 20 minutes - Charleston: 20 minutes - Beachy Head Lighthouse: 25 minutes - Lewes: 25 minutes.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Pevensey Bay 7.5 km Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Eastbourne 9.2 km Sea N/AGoodGoodExcellent
Norman`S Bay 9.4 km Sea N/AGoodGoodExcellent
Birling Gap 11.6 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Seaford 13.7 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Drusillas Park 6.8 km

Alfriston Clergy House 7.9 km

Eastbourne Pier 8.6 km

South Downs 10.4 km

1066 Battle Abbey and Battlefield 18.1 km

National Trust

Alfriston Clergy House 8 km

Monk's House 16.9 km

Bateman's 18.5 km

Sheffield Park Garden 24.6 km

Bodiam Castle 26.9 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

WOOTTON MANOR 3.1 km

THE HOO 4.8 km

Berwick - Alciston - Firle - Glynde - Lewes 6.4 km

Berwick - Alfriston - Jevington - Eastbourne 6.4 km

HERSTMONCEUX CASTLE AND PLACE 6.9 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 Peel House Farm have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Peel House Farm dog friendly? No View all features
  • What attractions are near Peel House Farm? Attractions and activities nearby include: - Knockhatch Adventure Park: 10 minutes’ drive - Pevensey Castle: 10 minutes - Blackberry Farm Park: 15 minutes - Eastbourne (for the Miniature Railway Park, Towner Gallery … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Peel House Farm?
    Camping and caravan
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  Anytime
    Depart by:  noon
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  11 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Peel House Farm? From $33.48 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.