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Steyning

New Wharf Campsite

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50.924°N, 0.316°W
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The River Adur slides past quietly here, carrying the scent of reeds and salt marsh up from the coast — you're tucked between the South Downs and the levels, where Sussex feels properly old and green.

This is a small, low-key spot for tent campers and campervans who want to ditch the touring-park polish. Steyning village is a short walk — proper high street, not theme-park quaint — and the Downs rise steeply behind, all chalk tracks and skylarks. Dog walkers will want to check the policy before booking, and it's worth asking about campfires on arrival if that's your thing. Coarse anglers should note Alderwood Ponds a couple of kilometres away if you're bringing the rods.

Facilities aren't listed in detail, so assume basic and ask ahead if you need specifics. The vibe here is unhurried — not a manicured site, not a party field, just a decent patch of ground near the water with footpaths fanning out in all directions. Expect simplicity, birdsong, and the occasional dog walker passing the gate.

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Weather Outlook
Current Conditions
14°C
Mostly clear
4 mph
85%
7-Day Outlook
Today
19° / 11°
29%
Fri
22° / 15°
42%
Sat
20° / 11°
13%
Sun
22° / 18°
42%
Mon
23° / 18°
7%
Tue
23° / 17°
18%
Wed
18° / 12°
8%
Source: Open-Meteo · Updated hourly
Walks Nearby

Local walks within 10 km

20 routes found via OpenStreetMap

Knepp Wildland Yellow Route

Meanders through rewilded farmland featuring free-roaming longhorn cattle, Exmoor ponies, and deer across gently undulating terrain with occasional muddy patches. Perfect for families wanting a nature safari experience, though keep young children close to grazing animals and skip the buggy. Dogs welcome on leads (essential around livestock). Offers rare glimpses of biodiversity restoration in action, from rare butterflies to birdlife, making it genuinely special for anyone curious about Britain'

Walking route
5.74 km from campsite
Operator: Knepp Estate

Knepp Wildland Orange Route

Meanders through rewilded countryside with free-roaming longhorn cattle, Exmoor ponies and Tamworth pigs. Mostly flat grassland and gentle tracks across former farmland, though can be muddy and uneven after rain. Suitable for older children who can handle livestock encounters, but not ideal for buggies due to rough ground. Dogs must stay on leads around grazing animals. A rare chance to experience nature restoration in action, with impressive birdlife and ancient oaks dotting the landscape.

Walking route
5.94 km from campsite
Operator: Knepp Estate

Knepp Wildland White Route

Wanders through rewilding pioneer Knepp Estate's open countryside, where free-roaming longhorn cattle, Exmoor ponies and deer create an ever-changing landscape. Mostly flat terrain across grassland and scrub, though paths can be muddy and uneven – sturdy footwear essential. Not suitable for buggies; manageable for older children who don't mind rough ground. Dogs allowed but must stay on lead near grazing animals. Offers rare chance to experience Britain's most talked-about nature recovery projec

Walking route
6.31 km from campsite

European walking route E9, Queen Elizabeth Country Park to Jevington

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Follows the South Downs Way along rolling chalk downland with sustained climbs and descents – expect steep ascents at Butser Hill and several undulating sections. Not suitable for buggies or very young children due to the terrain and distance. Dogs welcome on leads near livestock. Rewards you with expansive views across the South Downs, ancient hill forts, and classic southern English countryside along one of Britain's finest long-distance trails.

Hiking route
6.55 km from campsite

Knepp Wildland Red Route

Meanders through rewilded countryside where free-roaming longhorn cattle, Exmoor ponies, and deer shape an evolving landscape. Mostly flat terrain across grassland and scrubby areas with some uneven ground and potentially muddy patches—boots essential. Not suitable for buggies due to natural, unmanaged paths and possible livestock encounters. Dogs must be kept on leads around grazing animals. A rare chance to see nature-led regeneration in action, with excellent birdwatching and seasonal wildflo

Walking route
6.73 km from campsite
Operator: Knepp Estate

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