Nestled in the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in Cranbrook, Glassenbury Camping provides the perfect back-to-basics camping and glamping stay for friends, families and solo adventurers alike. Set across 12 acres of land, the dog friendly site offers unmarked, spacious grass pitches for tents as well as luxury boho bell tents for some glamping luxury. There are even free fire pits to use for that authentic camping experience!

Off-grid, eco friendly camping and glamping in the High Weald AONB with incredible countryside views

Family and dog friendly with unique bucket showers and fire pits to use, free of charge!

Within a 30 minute walk of a farm shop and pubs, 20 minutes to Royal Tunbridge Wells

About Glassenbury Camping

If you're looking for a peaceful, off-grid getaway with plenty of walking routes nearby, this is just the ticket. Set within the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the site enjoys glorious views across the surrounding countryside, great for watching the sunset. With over 12 acres of grassy meadow to choose from, you're free to pitch your tent wherever you please. Grass pitches are non electric and can accommodate a maximum of three tents with 12 guests. If glamping is more your style, book one of the three luxury bell tents, furnished with a cosy double bed, chairs, rugs, hanging rail, mirror and bohemian touches. Bed linen, crockery, cutlery and a firepit/BBQ are all included in the price. Please note that the bell tents sleep a maximum of two, so families or groups are advised to book multiple tents in advance if necessary. Sustainability is a huge focus for this site so expect eco-friendly facilities, off-grid camping (no WiFi or electricity) and an abundance of nature on your doorstep. Fire pits are provided to all guests free of charge and logs can be purchased onsite, so be sure to bring along the marshmallows. Dogs are very welcome but must be kept on leads at all times.

Glassenbury Camping is open from 24/05 to 14/09.


Facilities and amenities

Facilities include compost toilets, eco-friendly bucket showers, urinals, hot showers, a washing up area and recycling point. Fire pits are provided for free and logs can be purchased onsite.

For local produce and essential groceries, visit the Hartley Farm Shop, a two minute drive or 15 minutes by foot. For pubs, cafes and other amenities, head into Cranbrook town centre, five minutes away. Larkins' Alehouse and The Peacock Inn are also within a 30 minute walk.

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Adult only

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Allow commercial vans

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Allow pets on site

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Bike hire

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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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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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Toilet

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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

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WiFi


A note from the site themselves...

At our campsite, we're all about keeping things green and friendly to our planet. Sustainability is a big deal for us.

We're all about recycling here. You'll find us sorting through waste to make sure we're doing our bit for the environment. But it's not just about waste. We're always working on making the site better for wildlife. Think owl and bat boxes and magical woodland boundaries.

We are also always happy to hear new suggestions on how we can be even better for the planet. We hope to welcome you soon, Maria and Raf


Map and address

Park address

Glassenbury Camping,

Glassenbury Road, Cranbrook, Kent, TN17 2QJ

Coordinates

51.0911, 0.5077 | TQ 75 35

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Glassenbury Camping is ideal for...

Couples

Older children (13+)

Peace and quiet


There are 33 accommodation options on-site

Bookable pitches and accommodation options

30 x Large Non Electric Grass Pitches

Max 12 people

Large non electric grass pitch suitable for a maximum of three family sized tents measuring less than 5m.


Glassenbury Camping reviews

4.67 /5

3 reviews

100%

would recommend

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4.67
Location
4.67
Value for money
4.67
Service
4.67
Facilities
4.67
Cleanliness
4.67

Amazing place

Oren P

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Small Tent - Large Non Electric Grass PitchesAug 2024

I had a really good time at the camp ⛺️ Raf and Maria are amazing people with a very good eye for details. You can purchase wood logs to set fires at night, and you can have a BBQ. It was a very special place, so even when the parking lot was full, it didn't feel crowded at all. Very beautiful sunset 🌅 overlooking the valley. The place is very clean and organised. You got several composting toilets in the place and even got hot showers. The place has an amazing atmosphere and really nice views. I like to cycle on the road and you have some very nice routes around. Hastings is only 1:30 on the bike or 30 minutes by car. Maria even let me stay a few more hours, just so my tent would dry from the rain that we had last night. I highly recommend it and I will definitely come back next time I want to get away for a few days from the city. Thank you very much Raf and Maria❤️

Peaceful weekend away

Shanice P

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Large Tent - Large Non Electric Grass PitchesJul 2024

Would highly recommend. Being able to pitch where you want is a great idea and gives everyone space. Very friendly owners, who you are able to contact with fast responses when needed! Brilliant campsite with toilets, hot showers and bucket showers in different areas of the site, and not forgetting to add that this is a dog friendly campsite!

Our stay

Gabriel O

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Small Tent - Large Non Electric Grass PitchesJun 2024

Great place to stay, would definitely come here again. It has beautiful views, very spacious, has great facilities and is in a perfect location. Plenty of amenities and excellent hospitality. Would definitely recommend to all types of people wanting to go camping.

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FAQ

Camping and touring check-in is available between 1pm and 7pm. Glamping check-in is between 3pm and 8pm. Check out is due before 11am on your last day.

The site is dog friendly and up to three four-legged friends are welcome per pitch and in the bell tents too. Please note, dogs must be kept on the lead at all times and not left unattended.

You are welcome to enjoy a BBQ, as long as it is raised from the ground. Open fires are permitted in the fire pits available onsite only.

There is a designated parking area in the camping field for cars, just to ensure the site is safe for little ones.


Although there are no onsite activities, there are plenty of walking and cycling routes nearby. Follow the ancient woodland path leading directly from the campsite to the heart of Cranbrook town, where you will find a great selection of pubs, cafes, restaurants and more.

Long distance walkers might want to try the Three Castles Walk, which takes you past Sissinghurst Castle, Scotney Castle and Bodiam Castle all in one day.

Royal Tunbridge Wells is also within a 20 minute drive, great for days out. Here you can pick up a steam train on the Spa Valley Railway for a relaxing journey through the countryside, or simply mooch around the shops and boutiques.

Other nearby activities include:

  • National Trust Sissinghurst Castle Garden (10 minutes)
  • Go Ape Bedgebury (15 minutes)
  • Bewl Water Watersports (20 minutes)
  • Batlle (25 minutes)
  • Hastings (35 minutes)
  • Camber Sands (45 minutes)
The listing for Glassenbury Camping was last updated on December 22nd, 2024 at 9:49 AM

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