Family friendly safari tents set on a pretty farm with onsite chickens and horses, Gravel Pit Farm is an idyllic spot in the Kent countryside. Set just outside the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, there is plenty to explore. Both tents sleep six with electric blankets on each bed to keep you cosy. Each has a fully equipped kitchen, BBQ, woodburner and indoor and outdoor dining options. Welcoming groups and pets!

Luxury safari tents with spacious interiors, ensuites and a fully equipped kitchen

Great for groups with an outdoor pergola for dining, a BBQ and fire pits

Secluded farm location, great for stargazing and with onsite horses and chickens!

About Gravel Pit Farm

Set in the 'Garden of England', this pretty glamping site offers a relaxing retreat where guests can still enjoy their home comforts whilst experiencing the great outdoors. The site welcomes both families and pets so the whole family can join in on the fun! Exclusive hire is also available, perfect for group getaways. The site has just two safari tents both measuring over 700 sqft with modern furnishings to make your stay that extra bit more special. Sleeping six, there is a king-sized bed, two singles and a king-sized cabin bed, quality linen and an electric blanket are provided for each. Each also has a fully equipped kitchen with everything you need for cooking up a storm! The spacious living area has comfy seating and a toasty woodburner for those chillier evenings. For alfresco cooking, there is a two tier BBQ for each safari tent as well as a spacious veranda with a table and chairs as well as an outdoor table. There is a fire pit for each safari tent where campers to sit around, gaze up and share stories! The site also has an outdoor pergola perfect for dining in the outdoors. The site is happy to organise food and activities from local companies for parties and group bookings, such as weddings, hen parties and birthdays. A welcome pack is left for you with coffee, tea, sugar, milk, bread, butter, cereal, jam, biscuits, marshmallows and sticks. BBQ packs are available to book as an extra too! If you require more space you can also book out a bell tent as an extra bedroom. Inside is a single and double bed with bedding and towels provided. Please get in touch with the site if you would like to add this to your booking. The site is set on a farm so you are welcome to say hello to the horses or help collect the hen's eggs! Surrounded by nature you can spot an abundance of wildlife onsite, including badgers and ducklings around the pond! Bring the pup! This site allows up to two dogs per booking but please keep them on a lead at all times. If you are bringing a dog please book the "Dog Pack" as an extra to your booking, this includes a freshly washed dog bed, bowls, crate and an 8m leash. BBQs are only permitted in the provided BBQs. Please no BBQs on the veranda. Campfires are allowed in the provided fire pits, but not when there are drought conditions due to safety.

Gravel Pit Farm is open from 01/03 to 10/11 in 2024 and from 07/03 to 10/11 in 2025.


Facilities and amenities

Both safari tents offer ensuite bathrooms with a large shower, toilet and washbasin. There is also a separate toilet and sink in purpose-built cabin in between both safari tents. There is WiFi in each tent.

There is a fully equipped kitchen in each safari tent with a gas hob, fridge, sink for washing up and utensils. Each also comes with a two tier BBQ grill. There is also a selection of games and books in the tents too.

The closest shop is West End stores, just a 15 minute walk away in Marden. The nearest pub is also just 15 minutes away at the West End Tavern.

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Adult only

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Allow commercial vans

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Allow pets

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Bike hire

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Café / restaurant

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Communal BBQ

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Disabled facilities

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Drinking water

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Electric hookups

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Entertainment

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Family friendly

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Fires allowed

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Fishing

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Games room

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Glamping

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Golf

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Horse riding

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Hot tub

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Internet access

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Kids club

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Kids playground

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Laundry

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Near beach

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Near pub

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Open year round

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Peaceful

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RV pitches

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Shop

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Showers

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Swimming pool

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Toilets

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TV room

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Vineyard

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Water hookups

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Watersports

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W.C. disposal


Map and address

Park address

Gravel Pit Farm,

Gravel Pit Lane, Marden, Tonbridge, Kent, TN12 9NP

Coordinates

51.1714, 0.4789 | TQ 73 44

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Gravel Pit Farm is ideal for...

Large same-sex groups

Older children (13+)

Peace and quiet


There are 2 accommodation options on-site

Bookable pitches and accommodation options

2 x Safari Tents

Max 6 people

Luxury safari tents with fully equipped kitchens, ensuite bathrooms and spacious living area with log burner. Inside is a king sized bed, two single beds and a double cabin bed. Luxury bedding provided. Outdoor veranda with communal campfire and seating.

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FAQ

Check in is from 3pm until 7pm, check out is due before 10am.

Yes, guests may bring up to two dogs with them. Bringing a dog includes the sites 'Dog Pack' this includes a water and food bowl, dog bed, 8m long lead and large dog crate. This is for £25 each per stay.

Yes, only raised BBQs and campfires are permitted.

Yes, exclusive site hire is available. The site is also happy to organise food and activities from local companies for your group booking.

Yes, each tent has it's own WiFi connection.

Groups of up to 12 are welcome, or each tent can be booked separately for 6 people each.

Yes, but please be aware that young children will need to be supervised due to the unfenced ponds with ducklings and moorhens, uneven ground with rabbit holes and ditches.

No, the site does not allow other tents or caravans. If the whole site is booked by one group special arrangements can be made.

A welcome pack is supplied with coffee, tea, sugar, milk, butter, bread, cereal, jam, biscuits, marshmallows and sticks for toasting. BBQ packs are available by special order. Water, renewable electricity and WiFi are all also included.

The tents are self catering but delivereies can be arranged and there is good pub grub available in the local village. You may also purchase some freshly laid eggs from the site for your breakfast.


Whether you are looking for a quiet break or something a bit more full on with some outdoor activities the site can offer something for everyone. A selection of games and books are available to use in each tent for some family fun or if there is any unwanted rain!

There are a number of footpaths around the site, perfect for keen walkers and cyclists, take the dog and a picnic and spend the day taking in the pretty surroundings. The site owners are also happy to arrange experiences for guests such as yoga classes, flower arranging, massage and crafting.

The historic town of Royal Tunbridge Wells (20 minutes) is great for a day of browsing the shops and cafe hopping, or Canterbury can be reached within an hour for some brilliant architecture and a bit more buzz! There are also multiple golf courses and shooting ranges in the area if that's more your style!

Other nearby activities include:

  • Hush Heath Winery (10 minutes)
  • The Hop Farm Village (20 minutes)
  • Bedgebury National Pinetum (20 minutes)
  • National Trust- Sissinghurst Castle (20 minutes)
  • Bewl Water Activities (25 minutes)
  • Camber Sands (55 minutes)
The listing for Gravel Pit Farm was last updated on November 1st, 2024 at 7:22 AM

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