# Runcton Retreat β€” Camping in Chichester > Secluded one-pitch glamping retreat near Chichester with private wildflower meadow, Lotus Belle tent for four, fire bowl and basic facilities between South Downs and coast. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/chichester/camping/runcton-retreat (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. ✨ GlampingπŸ›– Lodges & Staticsβ›Ί Tent Camping # Runcton Retreat Chichester, West Sussex, PO20 1PT [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=16983839085110481497&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) **In short:** Runcton Retreat is a campsite in Chichester, with pitches for tents and glamping. Details checked 6 August 2026 Β· source: Google Places Secluded one-pitch glamping retreat near Chichester with private wildflower meadow, Lotus Belle tent for four, fire bowl and basic facilities between South Downs and coast. ## About Runcton Retreat Have a whole wildflower meadow to yourself at this secluded one-pitch retreat between Chichester and the coast. Your private field comes with a spacious Lotus Belle tent sleeping four, a fire bowl with grill and plancha, and solar-powered festoon lighting that lends the place gentle festival vibes come dusk. Bedding essentials are provided (though you'll need to bring duvets and pillows), and there's a tree swing for the kids. Facilities are basic – a portable loo and cold tap, no showers – so this is proper back-to-basics glamping, best suited to families or friends who don't mind roughing it a little. The reward is total peace and those starry South Downs skies. Runcton's farm shop (five minutes' drive) sorts you for barbecue supplies, while West Wittering's beaches are 25 minutes away and Pagham even closer. The South Downs proper begins 15 minutes north if you fancy a morning hike before firing up the plancha. ## Can I bring...? β›Ί Tent pitches βœ“ Yes 🚐 Caravans welcome βœ• No 🚌 Motorhomes welcome βœ• No ✨ Glamping available βœ“ Yes πŸ›– Lodges & statics βœ“ Yes ## Lodges & pods - πŸ›– Bell tent ## Facilities 🚿 Hot showers βœ“ πŸ“Ά Free WiFi βœ• 🏊 Swimming pool βœ• πŸ›’ Onsite shop βœ• 🎠 Children's play area βœ• πŸ– BBQs allowed βœ• πŸ”₯ Campfires allowed βœ• 🧺 Laundry βœ• 🎣 Fishing βœ• πŸ› Hot tub βœ• β™Ώ Accessible facilities βœ• πŸ…ΏοΈ Hardstanding pitches βœ• 🍽️ Bar/restaurant on site βœ• Portable toilet Family friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome Barbecue provided No dogs allowed No pets allowed Forest Peaceful Spectacular scenery Wildlife haven No hot water Recycling available Bar nearby Nearby farmers' market Shop nearby ## Takeaway & food delivery Handy if you fancy a night off cooking β€” here's what delivers near this site. ### πŸ₯‘ Just Eat β€” 27 takeaways deliver to this postcode (PO20 1PT) South coast pizza and chicken β˜… 5.0 Β· Pizza, Chicken Bognor pizza and chicken β˜… 5.0 Β· Pizza, Burgers Best Kebab β˜… 5.0 Β· Pizza, Kebab Santorini Chichester β˜… 5.0 Β· Greek Linden Fish Bar Kebab and Pizza House β˜… 5.0 Β· Kebab, Pizza Checked 26 Aug 2026 β€” always confirm on [justeat.co.uk](https://www.just-eat.co.uk/) before ordering, as coverage can change. ### πŸ›΅ Deliveroo β€” 64 restaurants nearby Nando's Taco Bell Wagamama Subway KFC Checked 26 Aug 2026 β€” always confirm on [deliveroo.co.uk](https://deliveroo.co.uk/) before ordering, as coverage can change. ## Nearest supermarkets Handy if you're self-catering or need to stock up on arrival. - Co-op, Aldwick 2 miles - Lidl, Chichester 2.6 miles - Sainsbury's, Chichester 2.6 miles - Aldi, Chichester 2.9 miles - Tesco, Chichester 3 miles - Morrisons, Bognor Regis 3.5 miles - Asda, Selsey 4.6 miles Straight-line distances β€” the drive will be longer. Store data Β© [OpenStreetMap contributors](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright). ## Location Chichester, West Sussex, PO20 1PT [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=50.8058597%2C-0.7479071) [More campsites in Chichester](https://staycation.co.uk/chichester/camping) β˜… 0.0 From Β£115 per night [Book on Pitchup](https://www.pitchup.com/campsites/England/South_East/West_Sussex/Chichester/runcton-retreat/) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Chichester **County** West Sussex **Dogs allowed** ❌ No (unconfirmed) **Electric hook-up** ❌ No 🏨 ### Prefer a hotel nearby? Browse hotels and B&Bs in Chichester. [Hotels in Chichester β†’](https://staycation.co.uk/chichester/hotels) ### 🏨 Prefer a roof? Stays near Chichester Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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