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Hook Farm Campsite

No reviews yet · ~GBP 26 / night (typical night)$$$$$
+44 1342 811113[email protected]

Hook Farm is a wild camping site in a south-facing valley on the Sussex Weald between London, Brighton, and Tunbridge Wells. The campsite features secluded meadows and small copses of woodland across four distinct fields, with each pitch offering a unique feel. It operates on a back-to-basics model with no permanent structures or main roads, emphasizing minimal environmental impact. The site is dog-friendly and welcomes families and wild camping enthusiasts. It opens weekends and bank holidays during the summer season only. (via official site)

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Rates & prices

Prices as published on Hook Farm Campsite’s official website (GBP).

ItemPrice
AdultGBP 13.00 per night
Child (Under 13)GBP 7.00 per night
Infantfree
Day Visitorper personGBP 4 per day
Dogfree

Key facts

At-a-glance details for Hook Farm Campsite, from its official website.

Booking & season

SeasonWeekends and bank holidays, summer season only
Group bookingsParty groups, stag and hen events, and all-adult group bookings are not accommodated
Weeknight availabilityWeeknight bookings not permitted except Bank Holidays and selected periods

Pitches & accommodation

Pitch selectionGuests select their own pitches upon arrival from various options across four distinct fields
Vehicle accessMost pitches allow vehicle access. Lower field pitches may require foot or 4x4 access during wet conditions.

Facilities & services

Toilet facilitiesComposting toilets and chemical facilities distributed throughout the site
Shower facilitiesShepherd's hut shower trailer with 4 cubicles offering hot showers (new for 2023)
Water supplyCold running water standpipes distributed throughout the campsite
Internet/WiFiNot available; site encourages digital detox

Activities & family

Games fieldTop Field is large enough for cricket, football, and badminton

Location & access

Regional positionLocated in West Hoathly, West Sussex, between London, Brighton, and Tunbridge Wells

Rules & policies

Wood burning restrictionsNo burning of construction wood, pallets, or other waste wood. Only purchased firewood/kindling allowed.
No music policyZero-music policy at all times; no live or recorded music permitted

Good to know

Camping styleBack to basics wild camping with no permanent structures or main roads
Seasonal land useCattle graze the site during winter months

Opening hours & schedules

Reception, gate and facility hours for Hook Farm Campsite.

Check-in11:00–19:30
Check-outbefore 14:00
Check-in11:00–19:30
Check-outbefore 14:00
Quiet hours23:30–07:00

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Good to know

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When can I arrive and check out?

Check-in occurs from 11:00 to 19:30. Checkout is anytime before 14:00. Early or late arrivals require advance notice to [email protected].

Can I bring a motorhome or campervan?

Small VW-type campervans are permitted. Larger motorhomes are not accommodated due to site access limitations.

Are campfires allowed?

Yes, campfires on the ground are permitted. Construction wood, pallets, and waste wood cannot be burned. Logs and kindling are available for purchase onsite.

Are pets allowed?

Well-behaved, friendly dogs are welcome and camp free of charge. Dogs with poor recall must remain leashed. Aggressive dogs are not permitted.

What are the music and noise policies?

The site enforces a strict zero-music policy at all times—no live or recorded music permitted. Quiet hours are from 23:30 to 07:00, during which noise levels must be reduced.

Can I pitch a tent at Hook Farm Campsite?

Yes, tent camping is allowed.

Are there toilets at Hook Farm Campsite?

Yes, toilets are available on site.

Are showers available at Hook Farm Campsite?

No, showers are not available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hook Farm Campsite?

At Hook Farm Campsite, check-in is from 11:00–19:30 and check-out is by before 14:00.

When is Hook Farm Campsite open?

Hook Farm Campsite is open Weekends and bank holidays, summer season only.

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