Brightling Park Campsite

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A fab setup (added by manager 23 May 2020)

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A fab setup (added by manager 23 may 2020)
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  • 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
Intrigued by the idea of an ever-so-peaceful trip amid enticing East Sussex scenery? Then bag a space at Brightling Park Campsite, a sustainable spot in the middle of a 400-year-old country estate. While the idea of settling in by a manor may seem prim and proper, the grounds of this house are actually rather wild – guests pick their own pitches next to ancient Wealden woodland and there are oodles of grassy areas for the younger travellers to tear about. Room aplenty and a campfire-friendly policy also mean nights are to be spent outdoors under the stars – the site provides spades to dig a shallow hole for a blaze and sells firewood and kindling sourced from the estate’s woodland. (Please note there's a Leave No Trace policy here, so you'll be asked to take all your rubbish away when you leave.) There's a real rural outlook here, with lots of livestock in the nearby fields, including lambs, piglets and foals. Horses, pigs and sheep live opposite the park during the summer months – you’re welcome to say hello over the fence but try to avoid feeding them or getting too close. Once you’ve met the animals, flit off down the footpaths in the park’s surrounds on a popular walk to Dallington Forest or stay closer by and explore the grounds. History buffs can learn all about Brightling Park’s background and the tale of its once eccentric owner Mad Jack Fuller by visiting the seven follies he built in and around the estate. In line with the relaxed ethos of the site, the facilities are simple: think a chemical loo and access to clean water. For other types of refreshments, set off to local pubs serving up ace ales – the staff have a few firm faves, so ask which ones they’d recommend.

Site type

Tent pitches 6
Please note
  • This park has no on-site shower facilities.
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • Bookings must not be for more than 7 consecutive nights.
  • No cars/motorcycles at the site. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
  • Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.

Languages spoken

English

Reviews

7

Overall rating based on 2 reviews View breakdown

50%

would recommend this site to a friend

50%

would stay here again

Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

Excellent scenery with beautiful walks

Overall 4/10
Location 8
Value for money 8
Accommodation 6
Facilities / Activities 4
Customer service 6
Child friendliness 4
Cleanliness 6
Wifi No rating
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: The hills of Sussex and the coastal line are stunning. A lot to do in the surroundings. Can visit Shipwreck museum in Hastings, Fishing museum Smugglers caves, go for a good old carting race, take the lift to Hastings castle or spend a whole day at Bodiam castle which I really recommend if you have children 10 and under.

Disliked: no shower facility, the outdoors toilet was out of use, had to enter the manor house to use toilet where only 1 toilet would serve 4 families. Mind the very aggressive dog on site.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Clean toilet, fresh water available

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Daisy T. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: Location was amazing, easy to get to and find. The views were beautiful, well kept grounds, lovely local walks to go on and very peaceful. Great if you like simplicity and being surrounded by nature

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you so much for your kind review. Very pleased you enjoyed yourselves.

Features

No dogs allowed

Portable toilet

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

Disabled facilities

Dog park

Drying room

Food shop

Free wifi

Ice pack freezing

Internet access

Launderette

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

Single-sex groups welcome

Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided

Barbecues allowed

Campfires allowed

Commercial vehicles allowed

Dogs allowed

No dogs allowed

Themes

Budget/backpacker

Forest

Peaceful

Remote location

Spectacular scenery

Walkers' paradise

Wild camping

Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities

Chemical disposal

Electric car charging point(s)

Gas cylinders available

Recycling available

Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby

Dog walk nearby

Type

Farm

Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Location

Brightling Park Campsite

Brightling

East Sussex

England

TN32 5HH

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)

GPS

50.9624°N
0.38545°W

Nearest transport

Coach
8.6 km Royal George
8.6 km Royal George
8.8 km Abbey
Rail
6.4 km Robertsbridge Rail Station
6.6 km Stonegate Rail Station
6.7 km Etchingham Rail Station
Ferry
30.1 km Newhaven Harbour Ferry Terminal
Airport
38.6 km Lydd London Ashford Airport
44.1 km London Gatwick Airport
44.1 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

Your first port of call when exploring the local area? The 17th-century Bateman's (five minutes’ drive), the former Jacobean-era home of poet Rudyard Kipling. Visit the 14th-century Bodiam Castle next to stare at another swish structure, then make headway towards the traditional towns of Battle (10 minutes) and Rye (25 minutes) to admire more attractive architecture. Historical sites really are all around this area – Hastings and its famed 1066 battleground is reachable in half an hour, as is William the Conqueror’s old abode Hastings Castle and a couple of maritime museums. Not one for poking around the past? Saunter along the south coast seaside, including the shingle-covered Stade beach (half an hour), instead.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020 2019 2018 2017
Bexhill 15.2 km Sea N/A N/A N/A Good
Norman`S Bay 15.5 km Sea N/A Good Good Excellent
St Leonards 17.1 km Sea N/A Excellent Excellent Excellent
Pevensey Bay 17.1 km Sea N/A Good Good Good
Hastings Pelham Beach 18.5 km Sea N/A N/A N/A Good

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Batemans 3 km

1066 Battle Abbey and Battlefield 8.9 km

Bodiam Castle 11.2 km

Bedgebury National Pinetum & Forest 12.9 km

Scotney Castle 14.6 km

National Trust

Bateman's 2.9 km

Bodiam Castle 11.9 km

Scotney Castle 14.5 km

Sprivers Garden 18.9 km

Sissinghurst Castle Garden 20.9 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

BRIGHTLING PARK 0.9 km

BATEMANS 2.9 km

ASHBURNHAM PLACE 6.2 km

HEATHFIELD PARK 8.1 km

1066 Walk: Battle to Bexhill 8.9 km

Local events

  • Glyndebourne Festival (Thursday, 16 May 2024 – Thursday, 16 May 2024)

    Lewes, England 24.5 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?

  • Does Brightling Park Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Brightling Park Campsite dog friendly? No View all features
  • What attractions are near Brightling Park Campsite? Your first port of call when exploring the local area? The 17th-century Bateman's (five minutes’ drive), the former Jacobean-era home of poet Rudyard Kipling. Visit the 14th-century Bodiam Castle next to stare … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Brightling Park Campsite?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  11 a.m. –  6 p.m.
    Depart by:  10 a.m.
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