# Campsites near Firle — Camping, Caravan Parks & Glamping > The best campsites in Firle — tent pitches, glamping pods, caravan parks and dog-friendly sites. Compare facilities and prices. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/firle/camping (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. 12 campsites, glamping sites and caravan parks Photo © Christopher Lomas, Google Maps [Guide](https://staycation.co.uk/firle) [🏨 Hotels](https://staycation.co.uk/firle/hotels) [🏡 Cottages](https://staycation.co.uk/firle/cottages) [⛺ Camping](https://staycation.co.uk/firle/camping) [🎟️ Attractions](https://staycation.co.uk/firle/attractions) [🍽️ Restaurants](https://staycation.co.uk/firle/restaurants) There are no official campsites within Firle village itself, and, as with the rest of England, wild camping on the South Downs is not permitted without the landowner's explicit permission, since almost all of this land, including much of the Firle Estate, is privately owned. That said, the wider South Downs National Park around Firle has a good scattering of small, well-run campsites and glamping sites within a few miles, many on working farms with views back towards Firle Beacon and the ridge of the Downs. These tend to be simple, family-run affairs with basic facilities, geared towards walkers on the South Downs Way and cyclists rather than large-scale holiday parks, which suits the quiet, understated character of this part of Sussex. The terrain around Firle is classic chalk downland: steep, close-cropped grass slopes giving way to farmland and small wooded combes, so pitches tend to be gently sloping rather than flat, and exposed hilltop spots can be breezy even in summer. The best season for camping here runs from late spring to early autumn, when the ground is driest and the downland wildflowers and long evening light make for excellent walking straight from the tent. Outside these months, chalk paths turn slick and exposed sites can be genuinely cold, so glamping options with proper insulation are the more comfortable choice for shoulder-season trips. Glamping has taken off around Firle in recent years, with shepherd's huts, safari tents and small bell tent set-ups appearing on farms in the surrounding villages, offering a more comfortable way to experience the same views and access to the South Downs Way without needing full camping kit. These sites typically book up fast for summer weekends given how few there are, so early planning pays off, especially around Firle Place's open days or the village's bonfire celebrations in autumn, when local accommodation of every kind is in high demand. Updated 4 September 2026 · Ratings from Google; [how we list](https://staycation.co.uk/about#how-we-list) We list **1** campsite in Firle. [✨ Glamping 🐾 Dogs East Sussex Woodfire at Chapel Field Family eco camping and glamping with Touareg tents in the South Downs, with daily gastro meals over a live fire! ⛺ Tents](https://staycation.co.uk/firle/camping/woodfire-at-chapel-field) [✨ Glamping 🐾 Dogs from £18 East Sussex · 2.5 mi away YHA South Downs Farmhouse hostel with camping pods and bell tents on the South Downs Way, five miles from Lewes ⛺ Tents](https://staycation.co.uk/lewes/camping/yha-south-downs) [🛖 Lodges East Sussex · 2.8 mi away Three Ponds Holiday Park Holiday park in Newhaven with shower facilities.](https://staycation.co.uk/east-sussex/camping/three-ponds-holiday-park) [from £30 East Sussex · 3.4 mi away Bear and Cedar Camping Tent and motorhome campground near Ringmer with shower facilities from £30 a night. ⛺ Tents](https://staycation.co.uk/ringmer/camping/bear-and-cedar-camping) [✨ Glamping 🛖 Lodges Lewes · 3.8 mi away Light Farm Cabins Set on a working farm with luxury ensuite cabins surrounded by countryside. 15 minutes from the South Downs!](https://staycation.co.uk/lewes/camping/light-farm-cabins) [✨ Glamping from £200 East Sussex · 3.8 mi away Alfriston Glamping Glamping site near Alfriston with showers; small operation of just a few pitches. ⛺ Tents🚐 Caravans](https://staycation.co.uk/alfriston/camping/alfriston-glamping) [✨ Glamping 🐾 Dogs from £18 East Sussex · 3.8 mi away Alfriston Camping Park Tent-friendly South Downs site by the Cuckmere, 8 miles from Eastbourne ⛺ Tents🚐 Caravans⚡ Hook-up](https://staycation.co.uk/eastbourne/camping/alfriston-camping-park) [from £30 East Sussex · 4.3 mi away Mays Farm Farm campsite near Ringmer with tent and motorhome pitches, showers available from £30 per night. ⛺ Tents](https://staycation.co.uk/ringmer/camping/mays-farm) [🛖 Lodges East Sussex · 4.7 mi away Sunnyside Park RV park in Seaford with showers and direct access to the seafront.](https://staycation.co.uk/east-sussex/camping/sunnyside-park) [from £30 East Sussex · 4.8 mi away Lovebrook Tent campsite in Lewes set across 33 acres of South Downs National Park with mown circular pitches, composting facilities, and Saturday pop-up café and farm shop. ⛺ Tents](https://staycation.co.uk/lewes/camping/lovebrook) [🛖 Lodges East Sussex · 4.8 mi away Rushey Hill Campsite in Peacehaven with showers, a short walk from the cliffs.](https://staycation.co.uk/east-sussex/camping/rushey-hill) [✨ Glamping 🐾 Dogs from £25 Lewes · 4.8 mi away Stud Farm Stud Farm near Lewes is a working farm campsite with twenty-five non-electric grass pitches for tents, motorhomes and glamping, welcoming dogs and allowing campfires. ⛺ Tents](https://staycation.co.uk/lewes/camping/stud-farm-lewes) ### Prefer a roof and a hot shower? Browse our handpicked hotels and B&Bs in Firle. [Hotels in Firle →](https://staycation.co.uk/firle/hotels) ### Campsites within 20 miles Including nearby destinations, closest first. [Oakfield Farm Campsite 5.2 miles away](https://staycation.co.uk/hailsham/camping/oakfield-farm-campsite) [Golden Cross Park 5.2 miles away](https://staycation.co.uk/east-sussex/camping/golden-cross-park) [Yamp Camp Isfield 5.9 miles away](https://staycation.co.uk/isfield/camping/yamp-camp-isfield-isfield) [Boathouse Farm Camping 6 miles away](https://staycation.co.uk/isfield/camping/boathouse-farm-camping) [Chiddingly Camp and Caravan Park 6.3 miles away](https://staycation.co.uk/east-sussex/camping/chiddingly-camp-and-caravan-park) [Arlington Campsite 6.4 miles away](https://staycation.co.uk/hailsham/camping/arlington-campsite) [Barcombe Yurts 6.4 miles away](https://staycation.co.uk/lewes/camping/barcombe-yurts) [Housedean Farm Campsite 6.4 miles away](https://staycation.co.uk/brighton/camping/housedean-farm-campsite) [Wayfaring Farm Camping 6.6 miles away](https://staycation.co.uk/filching/camping/wayfaring-farm-camping-filching) [Bramley Park Camping 6.8 miles away](https://staycation.co.uk/polegate/camping/bramley-park-camping) ### 🏨 Rather not camp? 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