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East Sussex, South East

Ashdown Forest Riding Centre

— (0)Price on Pitchup51.059°N, 0.164°E
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The scent of pine needles and bracken drifts across the pitches here, with birdsong filtering through the ancient woodland that inspired Winnie-the-Pooh — you're camping on the edge of one of England's largest free public access heathlands.

This is a straightforward spot for anyone wanting to explore Ashdown Forest properly, whether you're pitching a tent, parking up a campervan, or settling in with a caravan. Walkers will love having hundreds of acres of heather moorland and sandstone outcrops right on the doorstep, and the South Downs Way isn't far if you fancy extending your rambles. East Sussex's market towns and the coast are both within reach for day trips, but most people come here for the forest itself — those wide-open views across the Weald and the chance to spot deer at dusk.

You've got toilets and showers onsite, keeping things simple and comfortable. The campfire policy needs checking when you arrive, so ask if you're planning to bring logs. It's a quiet, back-to-basics kind of place with that proper woodland camping feel.

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Weather Outlook
Current Conditions
21°C
Mostly clear
13 mph
52%
7-Day Outlook
Today
22° / 16°
18%
Mon
20° / 11°
0%
Tue
20° / 13°
6%
Wed
22° / 13°
8%
Thu
24° / 13°
8%
Fri
22° / 14°
6%
Sat
23° / 16°
6%
Source: Open-Meteo · Updated hourly
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11 routes found via OpenStreetMap

High Weald Landscape Trail

Traverses rolling hills, ancient woodlands, and sunken lanes across the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with moderate to steep gradients throughout. Not suitable for buggies due to uneven terrain, stiles, and challenging sections, though older children who enjoy proper walks will manage fine. Dogs welcome on leads near livestock. Worth it for quintessential English countryside: bluebell woods in spring, panoramic ridge views, historic farms, and that distinctive patchwork of fields

Hiking routeRegional network
3 km from campsite
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Wealdway

Traverses 82 miles from Gravesend in Kent to Eastbourne on the Sussex coast, crossing the Low Weald, High Weald AONB and South Downs. Expect rolling hills with some steep climbs, particularly through the Weald and final South Downs stretch. Unsuitable for buggies; challenging for young children due to length and terrain, though individual sections work for families. Dogs welcome on leads near livestock. Rewards with ancient woodlands, historic villages, and sweeping downland views—a classic long

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6.86 km from campsite
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Forest Way (Sussex)

Follows a disused railway line through Sussex woodland and farmland on a virtually flat, traffic-free path with a compacted surface ideal for buggies, wheelchairs, and young cyclists. Dogs welcome on this easy-going linear trail. Perfect for families wanting a gentle ramble through peaceful countryside with minimal navigation needed – just follow the old track bed. Connects several villages, so you can turn back whenever legs tire or link it with a pub stop.

Hiking routeRegional network
7.51 km from campsite

Vanguard Way

Hiking routeRegional network
7.6 km from campsite
Route length: 111 km
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Tunbridge Wells Circular Walk (Groombridge Link)

Hiking routeLocal network
8.15 km from campsite

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