When can I check in and check out of Damson Field Rustic Camping?

Camping and touring Arrive: 2 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: noon On arrival please enter the gates and wait in the parking area until you are welcomed by staff. Read more

How much does it cost to stay at Damson Field Rustic Camping?

From R651.57 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.

Damson Field Rustic Camping

View prices & book Last booked 13 hours ago 9.7 75 reviews

Visitor image of the views over Bodiam Castle (added by manager 26 Mar 2024)

Visitor image of the views over bodiam castle

Full-sized pitches with generous spacing

The view from the top of damson field overlooking bodiam castle

Pop-up meadow camping overlooking Bodiam Castle in rural East Sussex
A 20-minute drive to Sissinghurst Castle Garden and Go Ape Bedgebury
Wildlife on site; easy walk to pubs; stately homes and beaches nearby

Damson Field Rustic Camping is a small and peaceful pop-up site set in a 10-acre field in East Sussex countryside, overlooking Bodiam Castle and near the village of Ewhurst Green. The vibe here is very much all about nature, so you can camp among fruit trees and relish the wildlife and seclusion. Owners Terry and Lynda (ably assisted by the ever-smiling Nathan) welcome you to cosy up around the campfire, light the barbecue, toast marshmallows or simply chill with a book. If you take a stroll around the ancient orchard at sunset, you might be lucky enough to spot badgers, deer and pheasants, and after dark you can watch the stars glittering in the night sky. There are a handful of traditional pubs in Bodiam village (20 minutes’ walk, no need to take the car) if you feel like upping the pace. As this is wild camping, there is no electricity but separate portable toilets and a standpipe with fresh water are available. Showers are available for an extra charge. Kindling and firelighters are provided for a small charge, and you can borrow firepits on site. A few site rules: no ball games outside the designated play area, please, and noise is to be kept to an absolute minimum between 11pm and 8am to allow all guests to get a well-earned night’s sleep. The owners ask that you take all your rubbish home with you too.

Site type

Open now

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).
No bachelor/bachelorette 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.
Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.
Guests are advised to bring a good quality flashlight with them as parts of the park are unlit.
Please note that the shower facilities are unisex.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, 20 Sept to Sun, 22 Sept 2024

Open from Fri, 18 Apr to Sun, 28 Sept 2025

Pitch types & availability

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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

Lovely off grid delight!

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	8
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Cleanliness	10
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Anonymous Sept 2024

Non-electric grass motorhome pitch

Liked: Quiet and feels off grid and wild. 4 Portaloos which were the cleanest i've had all summer. Plus a very good shower available for very fair £2. Lovely chap on site always seemed available for directions or help. Walkable to many things, including 3 pubs, bodiam castle, the steam train, the river for kayaking or paddleboarding, and the hub cafe. Really lovely countryside - went out for a few hours and barely saw another person! true off grid heaven.

Disliked: Can't say I disliked anything, but maybe somewhere to wash up pots would be handy.

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Lovely view over fields and Bodiam castle in the distance.…

Overall	8/10
Location	8
Value for money	10
Accommodation	6
Facilities / Activities	4
Customer service	8
Child friendliness	4
Cleanliness	8
Wifi	No rating

Anonymous Aug 2024

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked: Lovely view over fields and Bodiam castle in the distance.

Disliked: The field was 80% overgrown spikey weeds so there wasn't much room for the kids to run free or ride their bikes. Also, for a rural camping experience the pitches were a bit too close.

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Visited with a small group of friends. Communication was excellent and they…

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

Emmeline M. Aug 2024

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked: Visited with a small group of friends. Communication was excellent and they ensured that we were all together. Great views, good location. - good walks to Bodiam castle, steam train and local pubs. Chilled out site and the guys who run it are friendly and super helpful.

Disliked: Nothing!

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quiet area, nice host, close to the sea…

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

Kamil D. Aug 2024

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked: quiet area, nice host, close to the sea

Disliked: paid shower

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Lovely would definitely go back Again.

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

Anonymous Aug 2024

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked: Nice views well maintained good facilities

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Excellent stay at Damson Field - rustic feel but with all needed…

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

Anonymous Aug 2024

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked: Excellent stay at Damson Field - rustic feel but with all needed amenities. 3 pubs within walking distance and an excellent view of Bodiam Castle and further into the Weald. Terry was also fantastic and very helpful. Will definitely try and stay here again!

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Lovely simple unspoilt camping field, friendly welcome, stunning views. Can't fault it…

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

Jane H. Aug 2024

Non-electric grass motorhome pitch

Liked: Lovely simple unspoilt camping field, friendly welcome, stunning views. Can't fault it at all. Basic portaloo but scrupulously clean.

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Couldn’t have been better!

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

Anonymous Aug 2024

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked: Peaceful, beautiful, spacious pitches, Friendly owners - does rustic camping get any better! Thank you Terry.

Disliked: Nothing

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Perfect family getaway spot

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

Matt H. Aug 2024

Non-electric grass motorhome pitch

Liked: Lovely site, run by lovely people. A perfect place to come and spend time with the kids. Only an hour and a half from home but feels a world away. Nice area for walks through the fields and the woods with the kids.

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Absolutely loved this campsite. Beautiful views, a real feeling for nature -…

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

Anonymous Jul 2024

Non-electric grass motorhome pitch

Liked: Absolutely loved this campsite. Beautiful views, a real feeling for nature - so many butterflies - and the warmest welcome we have ever received. Just a complete joy. We will be back!

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Features

Portable toilet

Pop-up campground

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

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 Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

D. of E. 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 Peaceful 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 Public transport nearby Shop nearby

Type

Pop-up campground Small (11-25 pitches)

Accessibility

Disabled facilities

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Watersports nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Seasonal pitches

Location

Damson Field Rustic Camping

Shoreham Lane/Ewhurst Lane

Robertsbridge

East Sussex

England

TN32 5RH

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

50.98513°N
0.53827°W

Nearest transport

Coach

5.9 km Royal George

6 km Royal George

8.6 km Abbey

Rail

4.9 km Robertsbridge Rail Station

7.3 km Etchingham Rail Station

8.6 km Battle Rail Station

Ferry

40.4 km Newhaven Harbour Ferry Terminal

42.5 km Folkestone Eurotunnel Terminal

Airport

28 km Lydd London Ashford 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

Local attractions and activities include: - Bodiam Castle: five minutes’ drive - Vineyard (tours and tastings): 10 minutes - Bodiam Boating Station: 10 minutes - Go Ape Bedgebury (rope courses): 20 minutes - Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest: 20 minutes - Sissinghurst Castle Garden: 20 minutes - Hastings Pier: 20 minutes - The Observatory Science Centre: 30 minutes - Sussex Falconry: 30 minutes - Camber Sands: 35 minutes

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name	Distance	Type	2020	2019	2018	2017
Hastings Pelham Beach	15 km	Sea	N/A	N/A	N/A	Good
St Leonards	15.1 km	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Winchelsea	15.3 km	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Bexhill	17.2 km	Sea	N/A	N/A	N/A	Good
Camber	19 km	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Good

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Bodiam Castle 0.7 km

Great Dixter House and Gardens 4.1 km

1066 Battle Abbey and Battlefield 8.7 km

Batemans 11.1 km

Bedgebury National Pinetum & Forest 11.5 km

National Trust

Bodiam Castle 1.9 km

Bateman's 11.2 km

Smallhythe Place 12.6 km

Sissinghurst Castle Garden 13.9 km

Lamb House 14.1 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Round and about Bodiam Castle 1.7 km

GREAT DIXTER 4.1 km

BRICKWALL 5.1 km

1066 Walk: Battle to Bexhill 8.6 km

Battle of Hastings, 1066 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.

Policies

Booking terms and conditions

Admission

At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.

Safety

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

Changes to your holiday

Bookings cannot be amended within 2 day(s) of arrival.

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 must be kept on leashes and supervised at all times.

Safety

Firearms are not permitted.
Guests are advised to bring a good quality flashlight with them as parts of the park are unlit.

Arrivals and departures

Late arrivals must notify the park as soon as possible. Your booking will be held for 24 hours. After this period the management reserves the right to relet your unit.

Extras

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

Occupancy

No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.

Arrivals and departures

No refunds/discounts for inclement weather, late arrivals or early departures.

Vehicles

No vehicle movement between 8 p.m. and 7 a.m..
Only one car is to be parked at the site. Extra vehicles must be parked in the designated area.

Safety

Please do not touch or feed the animals.

General

Please note that the shower facilities are unisex.
Quiet hours must be respected between 10 p.m. and 8 a.m..
Radio, music and TV players must be kept at a low volume. Car doors and trunks must be closed quietly.
The management reserves the right to deny access or terminate the stay of those guests whose behavior is deemed unsuitable. No refunds will be offered.
The park is not liable for any refund in the event of force majeure.

Arrivals and departures

The park will send you further check-in information 2 day(s) before your arrival.
There is no reception at this park. Please check-in at the field instead.

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).

Admission

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

Arrivals and departures

Units will be allocated on arrival.

Visitors

Visitors’ cars are not permitted on site.
Visitors must leave the premises by 8 p.m..

Pitches

You must follow management instructions when setting up your tent/rig and related equipment.

Additional terms

Children must be back at their pitch with their family by 9pm.

Payment terms

Nearest sites

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.

Frequently asked questions

Does Damson Field Rustic Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
Is Damson Field Rustic Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
What attractions are near Damson Field Rustic Camping? Local attractions and activities include: - Bodiam Castle: five minutes’ drive - Vineyard (tours and tastings): 10 minutes - Bodiam Boating Station: 10 minutes - Go Ape Bedgebury (rope courses): 20 minutes … Read more
When can I check in and check out of Damson Field Rustic Camping?

Camping and touring

Arrive: 2 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Depart by: noon

On arrival please enter the gates and wait in the parking area until you are welcomed by staff.
Read more
How much does it cost to stay at Damson Field Rustic Camping? From R651.57 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.