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Chilgrove Farm
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Chichester

Chilgrove Farm

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50.923°N, 0.813°W
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The South Downs roll right up to the edge of this working farm near Chichester, where the morning chorus starts with cockerels and wood pigeons rather than tent zippers.

This one suits couples after a proper bed and walkers who want a farmhouse breakfast before hitting the Downs — there's a guest house for those who prefer four walls, plus a camping pod if you want something in between. Dogs are welcome by arrangement, which makes sense given the footpaths that lace through this corner of West Sussex. You're in proper chalk downland country here, all beech hangers and flint villages, with the cathedral city a short drive south.

Facilities aren't specified, so ask when you book what's provided in the pod versus the guest house. Campfires need checking on arrival — likely depends where you're pitched and the season. It's open year-round, which tells you this is a place geared toward weekends away rather than high-summer-only campers. The vibe feels more like staying on a mate's farm than a formal site — quiet, rural, and refreshingly low-key.

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Weather Outlook
Current Conditions
18°C
Overcast
13 mph
78%
7-Day Outlook
Today
19° / 10°
2%
Sun
21° / 17°
54%
Mon
22° / 17°
16%
Tue
21° / 14°
25%
Wed
18° / 11°
2%
Thu
19° / 13°
41%
Fri
17° / 11°
19%
Source: Open-Meteo · Updated hourly
Walks Nearby

Local walks within 10 km

20 routes found via OpenStreetMap

New Lipchis Way

Meanders through West Sussex countryside linking historic villages and farmland. Expect gentle to moderate gradients with some short climbs, mostly on well-maintained footpaths and bridleways. Suitable for older children but not buggies due to stiles and uneven ground. Dogs welcome on leads near livestock. Offers quintessential Sussex views across rolling downland, ancient woodlands, and chalk streams, perfect for a peaceful rural escape.

Hiking routeRegional network
0.37 km from campsite
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Kingley Vale Nature Trail

Meanders through ancient yew forest and open downland with moderate climbs on chalky paths and steps. The terrain can be uneven and steep in sections, making it challenging for buggies and young children, though older kids will enjoy the mystical atmosphere. Dogs welcome on leads to protect wildlife. A must for the gnarled, thousand-year-old yews – some of Britain's oldest living trees – and sweeping South Downs views from the hillfort at the top.

Hiking routeLocal network
4.08 km from campsite

Hat Hill to Levin Down walk, Drovers Estate

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Climbs steadily through ancient woodland and open downland with some steep sections – not suitable for buggies or very young children. Dogs welcome on leads near grazing livestock. Rewards effort with sweeping views across the South Downs, passing Iron Age earthworks and chalk grassland rich with wildflowers in summer. A classic National Trust landscape walk combining history, wildlife and panoramic countryside.

Walking routeLocal network
4.31 km from campsite
Route length: 7.6 km
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Harting Down Wildlife Walk, Sussex West

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Climbs steadily through ancient woodland before opening onto the South Downs ridge with sweeping views across the Weald. Steep sections make it challenging for buggies and young children, though older kids who can manage hills will love spotting skylarks and butterflies on the chalk grassland. Dogs welcome on leads near grazing livestock. The prehistoric Beacon Hill summit and rare downland wildflowers (including orchids in summer) make the effort worthwhile.

Hiking routeLocal network
5.02 km from campsite
Route length: 6.4 km
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Octagon Way

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Hiking routeLocal network
5.3 km from campsite
Route length: 29 km

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