Campsites in Kent
Whether you're looking for a family camping holiday on the beach, romantic glamping break or one night ferry stop-off, Kent ticks all of the boxes. Sandy beaches galore and charming seaside towns mix it up with numerous castles, scenic trails, a safari park and some of the UK's best vineyards. And not forgetting the White Cliffs of Dover! Browse the map below and book your stay at one of our campsites in Kent today!
84 campsites in Kent
Ripple, Deal, Kent
4.61 /5
118 reviews
93%
would recommend
Peaceful farm site with a homemade ice cream parlour and tractor rides. Ten minutes from Deal Beach and Pier!
Edenbridge, Kent
4.84 /5
14 reviews
86%
would recommend
Luxury family friendly glamping domes with private bathrooms, optional hot tubs and private decked areas.
Ash, Canterbury, Kent
4.9 /5
59 reviews
98%
would recommend
Quiet off-grid countryside escape surrounded by orchards. Family and dog friendly just ten minutes from the coast.
Denstroude, Canterbury, Kent
4.5 /5
211 reviews
90%
would recommend
Peaceful woodland tent and touring campsite set beside Blean Woods with easy access to Whitstable and dog friendly.
Faversham, Kent
4.85 /5
95 reviews
95%
would recommend
Family and dog friendly site in a peaceful cherry orchard on the slopes of The Kent Downs. Fire pits welcome!
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Ash, Canterbury, Kent
4.86 /5
17 reviews
94%
would recommend
Peaceful family and dog friendly site with onsite butchers, coffee and a top chef. Just 20 minutes to the beach!
Shepherdswell, Dover, Kent
4.93 /5
43 reviews
98%
would recommend
A spacious and scenic site with private woodland, a short drive to Dover Ferry Port. Dogs and campfires welcome.
Doddington, Sittingbourne, Kent
4.83 /5
21 reviews
90%
would recommend
A small family-run campsite dedicated to sustainable and quiet family breaks in the beautiful North Kent Downs.
Elham, Canterbury, Kent
4.86 /5
16 reviews
100%
would recommend
Beautifully handcrafted shepherd's huts within the Kent Downs AONB on a working farm.
Marden, Tonbridge, Kent
4.59 /5
48 reviews
88%
would recommend
Award-winning, 5-star park surrounded by glorious countryside, right by the High Weald AONB. Dog friendly.
Eastry, Kent
4.62 /5
39 reviews
92%
would recommend
Camping on a fruit farm, within 15 minutes of Sandwich. Bring your own tent or campervan, or glamp in a bell tent!
Frittenden, Kent
4.82 /5
20 reviews
100%
would recommend
Dog friendly site, pitch up amongst the fruit orchard and enjoy the starry skies. Ten minute walk to a pub!
Cranbrook, Kent
4.56 /5
20 reviews
100%
would recommend
Peaceful, family run eco site offering camping and glamping in the High Weald AONB. Dog and family friendly.
Paddock Wood, Kent
4.43 /5
35 reviews
89%
would recommend
Award-winning, spacious camping park set in the beautiful countryside by the River Medway. Dog friendly.
Westwell, Ashford, Kent
4.45 /5
27 reviews
92%
would recommend
Traditional camping along the North Downs Way, surrounded by rolling hills and half an hour from Canterbury.
Burmarsh, Dymchurch, Kent
4.66 /5
20 reviews
85%
would recommend
A family-friendly site with plenty of activities for kids to enjoy, stunning views of Lympne.
Tilmanstone, Kent
4.4 /5
43 reviews
84%
would recommend
Touring pitches and ensuite glamping pods with an onsite pub (opening varies), 15 minutes to the beach and Dover.
Cranbrook, Kent
4.67 /5
3 reviews
100%
would recommend
Off-grid eco camping and glamping with campfires. Enjoy fantastic views and sunsets in the High Weald AONB.
Stelling Minnis, Canterbury, Kent
4.92 /5
5 reviews
100%
would recommend
Off-grid family camping on a car-free meadow with spacious pitches, campfires and coffees in the morning.
Frant, Tunbridge Wells, Kent
4.99 /5
30 reviews
100%
would recommend
A delightful shepherd's hut set amongst beautiful countryside in a private and secluded field on a working farm.
Ashford, Kent
4.94 /5
7 reviews
100%
would recommend
Peaceful adult only campsite with back to basics facilities. Set on a working farm in the rural Kent countryside.
Marden, Tonbridge, Kent
Highly ratedLuxury ensuite safari tents with modern interiors and a fully equipped kitchen. With fire pits and farm animals!
Kingsnorth, Ashford, Kent
Highly rated5 star glamping, camping and touring park set between scenic beaches and the Kent Downs. 15 minutes from Ashford.
Lamberhurst, Kent
4.15 /5
13 reviews
77%
would recommend
Grass pitches for tents and tourers on Bewl Water reservoir with an onsite aqua park, café, bike hire and fishing.
West Hythe, Hythe, Kent
4.95 /5
4 reviews
100%
would recommend
Family friendly glamping yurts in the Kent Downs with onsite bike hire and play park. Ten minutes to Hythe Beach!
Folkestone Dover, Capel Le Ferne, Kent
3.97 /5
12 reviews
83%
would recommend
Basic motorhome site at a historical World War Two gun battery site with views of the English Channel.
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Lydd, Kent
Tranquil camping, touring, and glamping site on the edge of New Romney. Close to beaches and the Kent countryside.
Canterbury, Kent
Woodland and lakeside camping and glamping with an onsite fishing lake and cafe, 15 minutes from Herne Bay Beach.
Sandwich, Kent
A family owned and run park with camping, touring and glamping huts close to Sandwich Bay and lovely beaches.
Chilham, Kent
A small, quiet adult only campsite with just 12 pitches near Canterbury and the Kent Downs AONB.
Bilsington, Ashford, Kent
Members and adult only site with a lake and four fishing ponds, ideal for air history buffs.
Harvel, Meopham, Kent
Secluded off-grid woodland camping and bell tents in the Kent Downs AONB with bushcraft activities onsite.
Dover, Kent
Just 4 miles from the Port of Dover, a site with 28 acres of space and a range of premium and standard pitches.
Capel-Le-Ferne, Folkestone, Kent
Touring and camping in a stunning coastal setting beside Folkestone and the English Channel.
Seasalter, Whitstable, Kent
Friendly and family run camping and touring park with onsite tennis court, clubhouse, swimming pool and more.
Stansted, Sevenoaks, Kent
Well maintained campsite in rural Kent. Within easy reach of Brands Hatch, Bewl Water and Stansted Village.
Tonbridge, Kent
Adult only, peaceful camping and caravanning park with views across the Weald. Dog friendly.
Ramsgate, Kent
Nethercourt Touring Park is a small family run campsite close to Ramsgate town centre, beach and harbour.
East Sutton, Maidstone, Kent
An ideal rural location in Maidstone for pitches and pods, easy to reach from the M20 and near the Kent Downs AONB.
Harrietsham, Maidstone, Kent
Yurts and a shepherd's hut with private facilities and luxurious interiors set on a farm right by Leeds Castle.
Kingsdown, Kent
Beachside camping in the White Cliffs, just a short way from the Dover ferries with sea views and campfires.
Bethersden, Ashford, Kent
A rustic converted cabin with a private hot tub for the ultimate countryside escape.
Edenbridge, Kent
An ideal site to relax at, offering fishing and lovely wildlife close to Hever Castle and the High Weald.
Wrotham Heath, Sevenoaks, Kent
A family and dog friendly campsite within easy reach of London and Royal Tunbridge Wells.
Elmstone, Canterbury, Kent
A small, peaceful site nestled in the charming village of Elmstone. Just 20 minutes from the coast!
Marden, Tonbridge, Kent
Adult only touring and camping on reinforced pitches with a fenced off dog walk. 10 mins from Maidstone.
Faversham, Kent
A small site for camping and touring by Faversham, close to Kent's North coast. Dog and family friendly.
Sheerness, Kent
Romantic shepherd's huts, cosy cabins and a cottage all set in acres of stunning wildlife on the Isle of Sheppey.
Blean, Canterbury, Kent
Magical treehouses and quirky accommodation for adults only, with roaring hot tubs and Blean Woodlands close by.
Chiddingstone, Kent
Off-grid glamping in luxury yurts and shepherd's huts in a meadow on an organic dairy farm in Kent.
Herne Bay, Kent
Dog friendly camping and touring at Herne Bay, minutes from the beach with onsite clubhouse and concert room.
Lympne, Hythe, Kent
A dream safari experience in luxurious accommodation, try a family-friendly short break with 700 animals in Kent.
Sutton Valence, Kent
This is a tranquil adult only campsite on a working rare-breed farm, set in the heart of the Kent countryside.
Sandwich, Kent
A peaceful touring site with six well-stocked fishing lakes and a tasty cafe. Dog and family friendly.
Minster on Sea, Isle Of Sheppey, Kent
A family-run, pet-friendly park for tents and tourers within minutes of Kent's Blue Flag beaches. Dog friendly.
Birchington-on-Sea, Kent
An attractive, wooded site for tourers only, close to Birchington-on-Sea and top Margate and Broadstairs beaches.
Elham, Canterbury, Kent
Located in the Elham Valley with beautiful walks and hiking. Perfect for stop overs from or going to Europe.
Headcorn, Ashford, Kent
Family friendly glamping site in Kent countryside with a yurt, shepherd's hut and bell tents. Dog friendly.
Minnis Bay, Birchington-on-Sea, Kent
Small, unique, quiet and friendly site, a short walk from the beach. Sheltered and gated, with countryside views.
Bekesbourne, Canterbury, Kent
A lovely quiet, flat and rural site, close to the North Downs Way for walking and just south of Canterbury.
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Things to do when camping in Kent
If you're thinking of camping in Kent, it's a county with a rich history and an array of castles, landscapes and attractions which will keep the whole family amused. Add to that the county's plentiful sandy beaches and charming seaside towns and you have all the ingredients for a perfect holiday.
Because of the seaside attractions, Kent campsites tend to hug the coastline, particularly the holiday parks. However there are numerous sites inland (around Canterbury or in the Kent Downs AONB for instance) and plenty of smaller certificated sites from both clubs too. Glamping sites are also on the rise.
Our favourite places to visit in Kent
Camp here for your holidays and you'll be spoilt for choice for things to do, with highlights including:
- The White Cliffs of Dover
- Castles and history, particularly the city of Canterbury and Leeds Castle
- Quintessential seaside towns and superb beaches
Dover
Dover is one of the UK's most historically rich places to explore and the castle here has stood for more than 2,000 years - back to when Kings and Knights protected the country! But it's the White Cliffs that rightly steal the show, as one of our nation's most spectacular natural features.
The iconic chalk cliffs (such a heartwarming sight on a return ferry from France) are protected by the National Trust and a stroll across them belongs on everyone's UK bucket list. If you have time, dig a little deeper by exploring the hidden tunnels and nosing at the wildlife on Samphire Hoe.
With special attractions like those (and plenty of caravan parks for overnighters looking for a stop-off before the ferry), it should come as no surprise that Dover is Kent's most popular camping destination.
Castles and history
As the closest county to continental Europe, it makes historical sense that Kent has more castles (18!) and historic houses than anywhere else. Alongside Dover Castle, the most spectacular is perhaps Leeds Castle near Maidstone, which is almost unbelievably photogenic.
Chiddingstone Castle and Hever Castle (both near Edenbridge) are both well deserving of a visit too. Hever was the childhood residence of Anne Boleyn and the gardens never fail to impress. An outdoor playground, hedge maze and water maze will help keep the kids amused.
Like Dover, camping in Canterbury (a World Heritage Site) is hugely popular. The Canterbury Roman Museum is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the city, as is the Cantebury Heritage Museum which tells the city's history. Then there's the world-renowned Canterbury Cathedral and St Augustine's Abbey which are both must-sees.
And don't miss The Canterbury Tales - guided tours which allow you to explore and experience Chaucer's medieval England first hand.
Ightham Mote, Chartwell and the beautiful Rochester Cathedral (England's second oldest) are also great days out. As is Down House, home to Charles Darwin, which includes vast gardens and the study in which 'On the Origin of Species' was written.
Seaside towns and sandy beaches
Kent boasts an incredible coastline with charming coastal towns to enjoy and fantastic beaches that are perfect for water sports (think kite surfing, waterskiing, kayaking, surfing and sailing).
The Isle of Thanet (not an actual island!) is home to the popular seaside towns of Margate, Broadstairs and Ramsgate. Cyclists will find the 32 mile circular Viking Coastal Trail a great way to explore the area's beautiful beaches and pretty inland villages.
Margate might once have been considered a tired seaside town, but it's buzzing with retro cool again now - and having 15 local beaches (Botany Bay included) certainly doesn't hurt!
Whitstable and Herne Bay are two of the more popular coastal choices for campers, with some of the county's best holiday parks located along that stretch of the coast. Not that the area is just for families - fans of seafood (and amorous lovers?) planning to visit during summer shouldn't miss the Whitstable Oyster Festival in July.
Or for those nearer Folkestone (another popular overnight ferry stop, though also great for access to the North Downs Way), make the most of your time with a visit to Lower Leas Coastal Park and a great walk on the beach.
Natural beauty
Kent isn't called the Garden of England for nothing and the wild beauty of the Kent Downs and High Weald (both Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty) are superb to explore. A trek around Romney Marsh or hike along the famous North Downs Way would also be time well spent.
Bedgebury National Pinetum has one of the world's finest conifer collections and the spectacular scenery there is also perfect for walking, cycling and horse riding (with fun for kids on offer at its adventure playground and Go Ape park).
Alternatively, take a stroll through the Secret Gardens of Sandwich or a leisurely ramble through Goodnestone Park Gardens. Penshurst Place and Gardens is a majestic manor house with an equally stunning walled garden too.
Then there are the 61 nature reserves!
Other attractions
Parents can let their own little critters get a first-hand look at some awe-inspiring animals at Howletts Wild Animal Park, Port Lympne Wild Animal Park, Wigham Wildlife Park or Wildwood Discovery Park. Or, for something a bit different, the South of England Rare Breeds Centre offers hands-on animal-greeting session for kids, pig racing and a butterfly tunnel!
The Ramsgate Tunnels, Diggerland and the Kent & East Sussex Railway also make great family days out.
A trip to a vineyard is good fun too, with Chapel Down Winery and Biddenden Vineyard two of the most popular choices. You can also tour the oldest brewer in Britain with a visit to the Shepherd Neame Brewery.
Whatever your plans - and whatever camping site you choose - booking a visit to Kent will deliver a holiday to remember for adults and children alike!
Guides and scouts might be interested in the news that the 2017 Kent International Jamboree (a week long camp that welcomes visitors from across the globe) will be taking place at the County Show Ground in Kent from 29th July to 5th August.
(Details of availability and site reviews are coming soon!)