The Okra (145 at The Secret Campsite)
UK England South East England East Sussex Lewes The Secret Campsite
The Owner Says
The Okra is a beautifully designed, light and spacious shelter created by local and on site designer Jason Thawley from Tree Tents. It is conveniently located in the orchard part of the campsite, near to the showers, toilets and washing up area. It is the first Okra that Jason has built. It was thoroughly tested during the summer of 2020 and now that we have planning permission, it is available to book. It will, very comfortably, sleep people in a double bunk bed format, as shown in the pictures. It has its own fire pit and a grass area for you to relax and enjoy the sunshine. In April and May you may even be treated to the sound of the Nightingales that nest in the neighbouring scrub areas. Please note there is a small pnd in this part of the site
We provide 2 double beds with mattresses (but no sheets or pillows). There are free hot showers and toilets at the campsite.
You will need to bring your own bedding, pillows, blankets and towels, plus any food you will need. We provide a camping stove, a kettle, mugs, plates and cutlery for your trip. Please note that you can’t cook inside The Okra, so you should bring along any cooking shelter that you require such as a small tent or a gazebo, but you may just prefer to eat at one of the local pubs or cafes.
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About The Secret Campsite
Suitable For
Tents – yes. Caravans, campervans, big groups, young groups, dogs – no.
Nearby
There’s plenty to do in Brighton, 13 miles away, but don’t overlook the delights of Lewes, a pretty market town nestled in the South Downs just 5 miles from the site. There’s a farmer’s market on the first Saturday of the month and an outdoor lido for hotter days. You can walk there from the site – ask at reception for the route. Glyndebourne Opera House is just a few miles away and the South Downs National Park is a 3 mile stroll to Offham. Finally, Middle Farm and Drusillas Park are a great morning out for children which can be combined with walks around the Friston or Ashdown Forests to wear everyone out ready to collapse back at the campsite around a fire to tell stories and play cards.Food & Drink
Tim, the owner, knows all the best places to get fresh, local produce, including the Holmansbridge Farm Shop (01273 401964) in Town Littleworth which is a 5 minute walk away. The Royal Oak (01273 400418) is a 30 minute walk away along the dismantled railway line that links the campsite to the village of Barcombe. The Five Bells (01825 722259) is a 40 minute walk through Balneath Woods and Markstakes Common and serves great beers and traditional pub food. If all country pubs could be as good as The Griffin at Fletchling (01825 722890) with its delightful garden and exceptional food, the world would be a happier place. Lewes is home to the wonderful Cafe du Jardin, which is located in a courtyard that it shares with an antiques business, and for the more adventurous Chaula's Indian Restaurant (01273 476707) is heaven for gourmets of Indian cuisine.