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Welcome to Sumners Ponds, an award winning Fishery and Campsite set in the glorious countryside of West Sussex.
Our campsite can accommodate caravans, motorhomes, campervans, tents and trailer tents across the four camping areas at Sumners Ponds. All the pitches on Bluebell Park, Ribbon Park and Sumners Park have electric hook-up and are a mixture of gravel (hardstanding) and grass. The Rally Field, our non-electric area is open at weekends through the summer months and is for tents only for back-to-basic camping.
Sumners Ponds is home to four lakeside lodges, each with its own character and charm, enjoying an enviable setting with their own private fishing veranda. These superb log cabins boast fantastic views over the beautiful Sumners lake and offer a paradise to fishermen and nature lovers alike.
Our four purpose built self catering holiday cabins stand overlooking the Sumners Lake which is well stocked with Carp to and around 36lb, Perch, Tench, Roach Chub, Bream and Pike, providing excellent course fishing. Fishing from the lodges is included with your stay. However guests are also welcome to fish the other lakes which are near-by providing they have purchased a fishing Day Ticket. All lodge residents are welcome to use all of the other facilities on site.
Sumners Ponds is home to four quirky and beautiful handcrafted Shepherd’s Huts which can accommodate up to two people in each. They’re perfect for a quick stop over and a romantic few nights away and are all situated in the Sumners Park area of the site so have superb views across the Sumners Lake and Farm Pond. Best of all this accommodation is run on a B&B basis so breakfast at The Cafe by the Lake is included each morning! Please note that the Lakeside Shepherd’s Huts are not suitable for fishing.
Our Safari Tent, Swallow’s Hide really is the ultimate in luxury camping and perfect for those who want to ‘ease themselves into camping’! Situated on the bank of the Sumners Lake the outlook and atmosphere is unrivalled. The Safari Tent can accommodate up to four people across two bedrooms so is ideally for small families especially nature lovers and anglers.
The original glamping accommodation, Camping Pods are perfect for those that want the camping experience but don’t want to set up and then take down a tent. Plus you have comforts such as lockable door, heating, lighting and electricity. Our pods are otherwise unfurnished so you need to bring all your camping equipment with you such as bedding. This means you can set your Camping Pod is whatever format works for you. The Lakeside Pods are ideal for fishing too!
Sumners Ponds is an ideal touring base, with many beautiful towns and villages near by. Access to the South Downs and the coast is easy, while Brighton is only half an hour by car and London only one hour away. There really is something for everyone.
All pitches have electric hook-ups available. Bluebell Park also has its own dedicated toilet and shower block.
This area is most suited to families with young children as there is a children’s play area in the middle of the camping park, is set slightly away from the lakes and is also adjacent to the Bluebell Woods. Bluebell Park also has its own dedicated toilet and shower block. All pitches have electric hook-ups available.
*During the Months November to March, we unfortunately do not accept full Caravan/Motorhome Awnings. Porch Awnings that cover the door are acceptable only.*
Hard standing pitch | |
Electric hook-up |
Pet friendly |
All pitches have electric hook-ups available. Bluebell Park also has its own dedicated toilet and shower block.
This area is most suited to families with young children as there is a children’s play area in the middle of the camping park, is set slightly away from the lakes and is also adjacent to the Bluebell Woods. Bluebell Park also has its own dedicated toilet and shower block. All pitches have electric hook-ups available.
Grass pitch | |
Electric hook-up |
Pet friendly |
Ribbon Park is large and spacious and is ideal for larger units. All Pitches have electric and water hook-ups available.
This area is situated between The Farm Pond and The Ribbon Lake and is ideal for anglers and campers of all ages. Ribbon Park is large and spacious and is ideal for larger units. This camping park shares a large toilet and shower block with Sumners Park. All Pitches have electric and water hook-ups available.
*During the Months November to March, we unfortunately do not accept full Caravan/Motorhome Awnings. Porch Awnings that cover the door are acceptable only.*
Hard standing pitch | |
Electric hook-up |
Water point | |
Pet friendly |
Ribbon Park is large and spacious and is ideal for larger units. All Pitches have electric and water hook-ups available.
This area is situated between The Farm Pond and The Ribbon Lake and is ideal for anglers and campers of all ages. Ribbon Park is large and spacious and is ideal for larger units. This camping park shares a large toilet and shower block with Sumners Park. All Pitches have electric and water hook-ups available.
Grass pitch | |
Electric hook-up |
Water point | |
Pet friendly |
Ribbon Park is large and spacious and is ideal for larger units. All Pitches have electric and water hook-ups available.
This area is situated between The Farm Pond and The Ribbon Lake and is ideal for anglers and campers of all ages. Ribbon Park is large and spacious and is ideal for larger units. This camping park shares a large toilet and shower block with Sumners Park. All Pitches have electric and water hook-ups available.
*During the Months November to March, we unfortunately do not accept full Caravan/Motorhome Awnings. Porch Awnings that cover the door are acceptable only.*
Hard standing pitch | |
Electric hook-up |
Water point | |
Pet friendly |
All Pitches have electric hook-ups available. This camping park shares a large toilet and shower block with Ribbon Park.
This area is the original camping area situated around The Sumners Lake and The Farm Pond. Sumners Park is the most tranquil and generally the most peaceful area of the site and is most suited to those wanting to fish and the majority of pitches are lakeside or come with a view of the water. This camping park shares a large toilet and shower block with Ribbon Park. All Pitches have electric hook-ups available.
*During the Months November to March, we unfortunately do not accept full Caravan/Motorhome Awnings. Porch Awnings that cover the door are acceptable only.*
Electric hook-up | |
Hard standing pitch |
Pet friendly |
All Pitches have electric hook-ups available. This camping park shares a large toilet and shower block with Ribbon Park.
This area is the original camping area situated around The Sumners Lake and The Farm Pond. Sumners Park is the most tranquil and generally the most peaceful area of the site and is most suited to those wanting to fish and the majority of pitches are lakeside or come with a view of the water. This camping park shares a large toilet and shower block with Ribbon Park. All Pitches have electric hook-ups available.
*During the Months November to March, we unfortunately do not accept full Caravan/Motorhome Awnings. Porch Awnings that cover the door are acceptable only.*
Hard standing pitch | |
Electric hook-up |
Pet friendly |
All Pitches have electric hook-ups available. This camping park shares a large toilet and shower block with Ribbon Park.
This area is the original camping area situated around The Sumners Lake and The Farm Pond. Sumners Park is the most tranquil and generally the most peaceful area of the site and is most suited to those wanting to fish and the majority of pitches are lakeside or come with a view of the water. This camping park shares a large toilet and shower block with Ribbon Park. All Pitches have electric hook-ups available.
*During the Months November to March, we unfortunately do not accept full Caravan/Motorhome Awnings. Porch Awnings that cover the door are acceptable only.*
Electric hook-up | |
Hard standing pitch |
Pet friendly |
This area is a large camping field situated in the same area as the Ribbon Lake. This area is perfect for anglers and campers of all ages wanting to e
This area is a large camping field situated in the same area as the Ribbon Lake. This area is perfect for anglers and campers of all ages wanting to enjoy back to basics camping with beautiful views across the Ribbon Lake.
All grass pitches are 10m x 10m and are non-electric
All pitches are un-allocated until arrival.
The Rally Field shares a large toilet block with Ribbon Park and Sumners Park
Back to basics camping.
Grass pitch | |
Pet friendly |
Electric hook-up |
The Family Field is a fantastic area in a more secluded part of the farm away from the campsite. Ideally suited to groups or large family bookings.
The hire of the Family Field includes exclusive use of this particular part of Sumners with it’s very own mini Shower Block, Toilets, electric hook-up and Fire Pit provided.
The Family Field is available for the following units;
Tents
Campervans
Trailer Tents
Caravans and Motorhomes are not permitted to stay in the Family Field.
There is a maximum group booking size of no more than 10 units and 24 people to stay in the Family Field with 2 nights minimum stay for all bookings.
The Family Field is NOT to be used for parties, day events, illegal or commercial purposes.
We ask that you and your group behave in a responsible manner at all times, any anti- social behaviour will not be accepted. We DO NOT permit Stag or Hen Party bookings at Sumners Ponds.
The cabins are light and spacious, tastefully furnished, fully equipped to a high standard.
Use of electric and gas is inclusive as well as bed linen for all beds and sofa beds. Towels are provided, guests will need to bring their own washing up liquid, bin bags etc. A maximum of two well behaved dogs are welcome at a charge of £20 each per week.
We require a security deposit of £200 for log cabin bookings. This is payable on arrival and will then be returned on departure day.
Our self-catering Norwegian log cabins stand overlooking the Sumners Lake. Fishing on Sumners is included with your stay. Guests are welcome to fish the other lakes which are near-by but will need to purchase a day ticket. All cabin residents have access to the other facilities on site
The cabins are light and spacious, tastefully furnished, fully equipped to a high standard.
Use of electric and gas is inclusive as well as bed linen for all beds and sofa beds. Towels are provided, guests will need to bring their own washing up liquid, bin bags etc. A maximum of two well behaved dogs are welcome at a charge of £20 each per week.
We require a security deposit of £200 for log cabin bookings. This is payable on arrival and will then be returned on departure day.
Our self-catering Norwegian log cabins stand overlooking the Sumners Lake. Fishing on Sumners is included with your stay. Guests are welcome to fish the other lakes which are near-by but will need to purchase a day ticket. All cabin residents have access to the other facilities on site
Iris and Lily Lodge are light and spacious, with tasteful furnishing and are fully equipped to a high standard.
Iris and Lily Lodge are light and spacious, with tasteful furnishing and are fully equipped to a high standard. Both Cabins have their own fishing platform and have fantastic views of the Sumners lake. The lodges sleep 6 in total with 3 bedrooms (1 room with a double bed & en-suite bathroom, 1 room with a double bed and the last room with 2 single beds).
Iris and Lily Lodge are light and spacious, with tasteful furnishing and are fully equipped to a high standard.
Iris and Lily Lodge are light and spacious, with tasteful furnishing and are fully equipped to a high standard. Both Cabins have their own fishing platform and have fantastic views of the Sumners lake. The lodges sleep 6 in total with 3 bedrooms (1 room with a double bed & en-suite bathroom, 1 room with a double bed and the last room with 2 single beds).
The tent itself can sleep a family of four between two bedrooms, one double room and one bunk room.
Swallow’s Hide is another of our fantastic Safari Tents and unlike any other camping experience. Situated on the bank of the Sumners Lake the views through the fully opening bi-fold doors are superb!
The tent itself can sleep a family of four between two bedrooms but is also perfect for couples. The master bedroom comes with a double bed and the second bedroom a set of bunk beds. All the bed linen is supplied.
The living area is furnished with a sofa, tub chair, fold-up dining table and benches and a large log burner. A “smart” satellite television with catch-up services and free Wi-Fi
Also in the living area is a well equipped kitchen complete with, an oven, hob, fridge, sink, microwave and plenty of storage space. Cooking equipment, glassware, crockery and cutlery are all provided.
In the surprisingly spacious bathroom you will find a shower, flushing toilet, towel rail, sink and light-up mirror.
Outside you will find a large BBQ, picnic bench, bait and tackle storage shed complete with its own bait fridge and two lounge chairs perfect for enjoying the view.
There is a private veranda overlooking the Sumners Lake and is ideal for fishing or just relaxing and taking it all in.
Free Wi-Fi is available in Swallow’s Hide. Arrival time for Swallow’s Hide is any time after 4.00pm and departure is before 10am.
Sleeps a family of four | |
Bed linen | |
Log burning stove | |
Showers blocks and electricity is included | |
Free Wi-Fi |
Private veranda overlooking the Sumners Lake | |
A “smart” satellite television with catch-up services | |
A BBQ, fridge, cooking equipment, glassware, crockery and cutlery are provided | |
A drinking water tap is available on the veranda |
Willow's Hide is the ultimate in luxury camping and would tempt even the most reluctant campers.
Situated on the bank of Sumners Lake, the outlook and atmosphere of this Safari Tent is unrivalled, with the bifold windows allowing stunning views of the lake at all times of the year.
Willow's Hide comes with fresh running water, a fully equipped kitchen, free Wi-Fi, comfy beds and a bathroom with a flushing toilet and shower. The tent itself can sleep a family of 6 between two double bedrooms and a cupboard bed. Use of electric and gas is inclusive, and all the bed linen and towels are provided. Guests will need to bring their own washing up liquid, bin bags etc
Willow's Hide has its own fishing platform and has fantastic views of the Sumners Lake. Fishing on Sumners Lake is included with your stay. Guests are welcome to fish the other lakes which are near-by, but will need to purchase a day ticket. All cabin residents have access to the other facilities on site.
Arrival time for the Safari Tents is after 4.00pm and departure is before 10am
We require a security deposit of £200 for bookings. This is payable on arrival and will then be returned on departure day.
Sleeps a family of Six | |
Bed linen | |
Private Shower and electricity is included | |
Free Wi-Fi |
Private veranda overlooking the Sumners Lake | |
A “smart” satellite television with catch-up services | |
A BBQ, Gas hob & oven, fridge, cooking equipment, glassware, crockery and cutler | |
Drinking water and sink |
A Standard Pod which can accommodate up to two adults and two small children. At each pod there is a picnic table exclusively for your use.
A Standard Pod which can accommodate up to two adults and two small children.
Experience camping in a pod, the best way to camp! The concept is to bring all your own equipment less the tent – so you need to bring your own bedding including mattress or camp bed, cooking equipment and anything else you think you might need for a camping trip. Best of all you will be cosy and warm with no wet tent to pack away at the end of your stay.
The pod consists of lockable double doors, carpeted flooring, electric heater and lighting with the use of a double plug socket. There is also a small decking area on each of the pods for use as a seating and cooking area. At each pod there is a picnic table exclusively for your use.
Use of the showers blocks and electricity is included. Fishing is separate and tickets can be purchased when you arrive.
Carpeted flooring | |
Electric heater | |
Electric lighting |
Double plug socket | |
Pod decking area | |
Pet friendly |
A Family Pod can accommodate up to five adults. Use of the showers blocks and electricity is included.
A Family Pod can accommodate up to five adults.
Experience camping in a pod, the best way to camp! The concept is to bring all your own equipment less the tent – so you need to bring your own bedding including mattress or camp bed, cooking equipment and anything else you think you might need for a camping trip. Best of all you will be cosy and warm with no wet tent to pack away at the end of your stay.
The pod consists of lockable double doors, carpeted flooring, electric heater and lighting with the use of a double plug socket. There is also a small decking area on each of the pods for use as a seating and cooking area. At each pod there is a picnic table exclusively for your use.
Use of the showers blocks and electricity is included. Fishing is separate and tickets can be purchased when you arrive.
Carpeted flooring | |
Electric heater | |
Electric lighting |
Double plug socket | |
Pod decking area | |
Pet friendly |
The Lakeside Pods are located on the Sumners Lake or Farm Pond and can sleep up to two adults and two small children.
The Lakeside Pods are located on the Sumners Lake or Farm Pond and can sleep up to two adults and two small children.
Experience camping in a pod, the best way to camp! The concept is to bring all your own equipment less the tent – so you need to bring your own bedding including mattress or camp bed, cooking equipment and anything else you think you might need for a camping trip. Best of all you will be cosy and warm with no wet tent to pack away at the end of your stay.
The pod consists of lockable double doors, carpeted flooring, electric heater and lighting with the use of a double plug socket. There is also a small decking area on each of the pods for use as a seating and cooking area. At each pod there is a picnic table exclusively for your use.
Use of the showers blocks and electricity is included. Fishing is separate and tickets can be purchased when you arrive.
Carpeted flooring | |
Electric heater | |
Electric lighting |
Double plug socket | |
Pet friendly | |
Pod decking area |
The Family Lakeside Pods are located on the Sumners Lake or Farm Pond and can sleep up to five adults.
The Family Lakeside Pods are located on the Sumners Lake or Farm Pond and can sleep up to five adults.
Experience camping in a pod, the best way to camp! The concept is to bring all your own equipment less the tent – so you need to bring your own bedding including mattress or camp bed, cooking equipment and anything else you think you might need for a camping trip. Best of all you will be cosy and warm with no wet tent to pack away at the end of your stay.
The pod consists of lockable double doors, carpeted flooring, electric heater and lighting with the use of a double plug socket. There is also a small decking area on each of the pods for use as a seating and cooking area. At each pod there is a picnic table exclusively for your use.
Use of the showers blocks and electricity is included. Fishing is separate and tickets can be purchased when you arrive.
Carpeted flooring | |
Electric lighting | |
Electric heating |
Double plug socket | |
Pod decking area | |
Pet friendly |
Sleeps two people on a fixed double bed. These quirky and beautiful huts are ideal for a quick stop over or a romantic weekend away.
Sumners Ponds is home to four luxury handcrafted bespoke Shepherd's Huts! Each can accommodate up to two people on a fixed double bed. These quirky and beautiful huts are ideal for a quick stop over or a romantic weekend away and are positioned in some of the most stunning areas the Sumners grounds. To top it all off our Shepherd's Huts are run on a B&B basis so breakfast is included each morning.
Arrival and departure dates can only be Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays or Saturdays. There is a minimum booking of two nights required.
Sleeps two people on a fixed double bed. These quirky and beautiful huts are ideal for a quick stop over or a romantic weekend away.
Sumners Ponds is home to four luxury handcrafted bespoke Shepherd's Huts! Each can accommodate up to two people on a fixed double bed. These quirky and beautiful huts are ideal for a quick stop over or a romantic weekend away and are positioned in some of the most stunning areas the Sumners grounds. To top it all off our Shepherd's Huts are run on a B&B basis so breakfast is included each morning. Breakfast on 25th and 26th of December is not included.
Arrival and departure dates can only be Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays or Saturdays. There is a minimum booking of two nights required.
Robin's Nest is situated on the popular Farm Pond, it is light and cosy with tasteful furnishing and is fully equipped to a high standard.
Use of electric and gas is inclusive as well as bed linen for the double bed. Towels are provided, but guests will need to bring their own washing up liquid, bin bags etc. There is a compact kitchen with fridge, gas hob and a bathroom with a toilet and shower.
Robin's Nest has its own fishing platform and has fantastic views of the Farm Pond. Fishing on Farm Pond is included with your stay. Guests are welcome to fish the other lakes which are near-by, but will need to purchase a day ticket. All cabin residents have access to the other facilities on site.
We require a security deposit of £200 for bookings. This is payable on arrival and will then be returned on departure day.
1 x Double bed | |
Sleeps two persons |
Towels provided | |
Compact kitchen with fridge and gas hob |
On the South-eastern bank of Sumners Lake with their own fishing swims. Bell Tents are 5m in diameter, sleep four & come semi-furnished.
All Bell Tents come with:
• Indoor and outdoor lighting.
• 1x 12v and 2x USB charge points for small electric items.
• Coffee table
• Matting throughout.
• Door mat
Although fishing is not included in your stay, all our Lakeside Bell Tents come with their own fishing swims.
All our Bell Tents are a short walk away from our wonderful Ribbon Shower Block and Café by the Lake.
Next to our Rally Field camping area by Ribbon Lake with their own fishing swims. Bell Tents are 5m in diameter, sleep four & come semi-furnished.
Our Ribbon Lake tents are better suited to small families than the seasoned angler looking for a more relaxed stay on Sumners Lake.
All Bell Tents come with:
• Indoor and outdoor lighting.
• 1x 12v and 2x USB charge points for small electric items.
• Coffee table
• Matting throughout.
• Door mat
Although fishing is not included in your stay, all our Lakeside Bell Tents come with their own fishing swims.
All our Bell Tents are a short walk away from our wonderful Ribbon Shower Block and Café by the Lake.
Located within the Rally Field camping area and set back from the lake. Bell Tents are 5m in diameter, sleep four & come semi-furnished.
Not too fussed about fishing and just want to take the kids away camping? The standard Bell Tent comes with all the same furnishings as the other tents but without the lakeside swim.
All Bell Tents come with:
• Indoor and outdoor lighting.
• 1x 12v and 2x USB charge points for small electric items.
• Coffee table
• Matting throughout.
• Door mat
All our Bell Tents are a short walk away from our wonderful Ribbon Shower Block and Café by the Lake.
All reviews featured on Campstead.com have been submitted by genuine customers who have stayed at the park.
Have returned to Sumners Ponds every year since I found it many years ago.There are various accommodations to choose from, from bring your tent/caravan/camper to 5* lodges…. And everything in between.The washroom facilities are the cleanest I’ve ever come across on a campsite and the cafe by the lake great. They serve delicious cakes and pastries, a superb breakfast and have a lunch menu and bar. The Queens Head is a short walk away for a quick pint or evening meal. They have two great fenced areas for dogs. (Small fee) There are 5 fishing lakes, catering for all ages and abilities. There many historical places in the surrounding area, the site itself has many walking trails and Brighton is short drive away. The staff are always helpful and on hand throughout the day, with an emergency number for evening times. All in all…. Just a great place to stay.
We had a wonderful stay at Sumners. Great little touches from safe enclosures for our Houdini mutts to feeding the cows.. they were a big hit! Cafe was amazing, food excellent, as were the staff! Facilities were clean and tidy. Was really happy to find out we had been upgraded to pond side pitch too! Highly recommend, excellent site.
Great location and a lovely cafe on the site. Due to maintenance and on going work the roads are uneven and muddy.Staff were friendly and the main toilet block was spotless. The gate from Ribbon Park to the older toilet block has been closed off.This made it a little harder when emptying the waste.
We had a great stay once again. Stay between Christmas and New Year on pitch 15B.Everything was great as usual apart from the first night we had a complaint made against us for being loud when we weren't on site at the time we was eating out at the very warm and friendly local pub.It was a great stay little but of fishing and lots of laughs.Will be back again later in the year two or three times.Once again Sumners Ponds you done yourself proud.
Excellent pitch next to the pond.Shower block was immaculate Staff were very friendly and helpful Thoroughly recommend
Stayed in Bluebell park for the first time in years, despite the obvious disruption going on at present the place was spotless and the staff as polite and helpful as ever. As a footnote we noted - as we always do - that all the pitches are almost perfectly level, something which a lot of sites don’t tend to think is importance now.
We stayed for a weekend and were left disappointed. I knew building work was going on but tractors and diggers driving past the van and the noise continued to 6pm just left me feeling unrelaxedThe water taps on the pitch had no proper drainage which meant the ground was soft and muddy around the water taps.The site was very busy with the Christmas tree event on.For the price of a weekend in winter there was little surprise the site was fairly empty. Facilities were very clean with hot clean showers.
Despite the strong winds we had a brilliant long weekend on the new Ribbon 53 pitch.Did not do any fishing on this occasion due to the weather but none the less had a brilliant trip.We so miss not having the option to eat in the cafe on the lake at evenings as this used to be so good. Yes the pub is just down the road but but the menu at cafe on the lake used to be so much better than the pub menu.
My stay at sumner pond was so clean and tidy and the staff was very friendly. The location was 30 minutes from where I live. The Fishing was amazing. Over all the best Christmas getaway.
We love this site great fishing very friendly staff, cafe lovely and warm good food and drinks selection. We stay here at least 4 times a year. And a great local pub and shop about a 5 minute walk away.
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