The Best Camping Spots in Sussex
If dreaming of fresh air, toasted marshmallows and the kind of family memories that only happen when you escape the routine, Sussex is one of the best places in the UK to go camping or glamping as a family. From West Wittering to Rye, Sussex offers everything from wildflower meadows and woodland hideaways to luxury bell tents with hot tubs.
Whether you’re a first‑time camper or a seasoned outdoor family, this guide rounds up the best family‑friendly camping and glamping spots in East & West Sussex, with options for every budget, age and comfort level.
Why Sussex Is Perfect for Family Camping
Sussex gives you the best of both worlds: coast and countryside, quiet rural escapes and family‑friendly attractions just minutes away. It’s also packed with sites that understand what families actually need — safe spaces, clean facilities, and activities that keep kids happy.
Key reasons families love Sussex camping:
- Safe, spacious sites
- Beaches and Sussex Downs all nearby
- Great mix of budget camping and luxury glamping
- Easy access from Brighton, Worthing, Chichester, Hastings & beyond
Wowo Campsite, Uckfield
A magical, woodland‑meets‑meadow campsite known for its family‑friendly vibe.
- Best for: Families who love nature
- Why it’s great: Campfires, workshops, streams, woodland play
- Accommodation: Tents, yurts, tipis
- Nearby: Ashdown Forest
Blackberry Wood, Ditchling
One of Sussex’s quirkiest glamping spots — think treehouses and converted helicopters.
- Best for: Families wanting something unique
- Why it’s great: Enchanted woodland, quirky stays, campfires
- Accommodation: Treehouses, cabins and tents
Stubcroft Farm, East Wittering
A peaceful eco‑friendly campsite close to West Wittering Beach.
- Best for: Beach‑loving families
- Why it’s great: Safe fields, wildlife, bike hire
- Accommodation: Camping, bell tents
Wild Boar Wood Campsite, Haywards Heath
A car‑free woodland glamping site with real back‑to‑nature charm.
- Best for: Younger families
- Why it’s great: Safe enclosed woodland, campfires, no cars
- Accommodation: Bell tents
Camber Sands Holiday Park, Near Rye
A classic family favourite with indoor pools and entertainment.
- Best for: Families wanting facilities
- Why it’s great: Pools, activities, beach access
- Accommodation: Camping, caravans and lodges
Dernwood Farm Wild Camping, Heathfield
A true wild‑camping experience with acres of woodland.
- Best for: Adventurous families
- Why it’s great: Huge spaces, wildlife, campfires
- Accommodation: Wild camping and bell tents
Blacklands Farm, Henfield
A friendly, traditional campsite with lakes and woodland.
- Best for: Mixed‑age families
- Why it’s great: Fishing, woodland walks, big fields
- Accommodation: Tents
Knepp Safaris & Glamping, Horsham
A rewilding estate offering luxury glamping in nature.
- Best for: Families wanting comfort
- Why it’s great: Wildlife safaris, hot showers, beautiful tents
- Accommodation: Yurts, treehouses and shepherd huts
Sumners Ponds, Horsham
A lakeside site with cafés, fishing, and woodland walks.
- Best for: Families wanting convenience
- Why it’s great: On‑site café, play areas, lakes
- Accommodation: Camping, pods and lodges
Heaven Farm, Uckfield
A peaceful countryside site with farm animals and woodland.
- Best for: Younger kids
- Why it’s great: Animals, nature trails, café
- Accommodation: Camping and glamping pods
