Painters Farm Campsite is set in a peaceful cherry orchard in the Kent Downs AONB, five minutes from Faversham. There are both non electric and electric grass pitches for campers and tourers alike. Unwind surrounded by blossom and fruit, with fire pits at night adding to the relaxing feel. Within 20 minutes of Whitstable and Cambridge, with a pub just a two minute stroll away, everything you need will be within easy reach!

Situated in the Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, surrounded by idyllic countryside

Just a two minute walk from a country pub, 20 minutes to Whitstable and Canterbury

Peaceful farm site where you'll camp within a cherry orchard - dogs and fire pits are also welcome!

About Painters Farm Campsite

This family friendly site is well positioned being only five minutes from the historic town of Faversham with its abundance of quirky shops, quayside stalls, cafes, pubs and estuary walks. Its idyllic location on The Kent Downs makes it a great base for nature lovers. There are 16 non electric grass pitches and 30 electric grass pitches for tents, caravans, campervans and motorhomes to choose from, with 16 amp electric hook ups. Only 20 minutes from Canterbury with its elegant cathedral and 20 minutes along the coast to Whitstable, this is a lovely choice for both countryside and coast-loving holiday makers. Fire pits are available to hire on site, and BBQs are permitted, as long as they are raised off the ground. Dogs are allowed on site, just please keep them on the lead and clean up after them.

Painters Farm Campsite is open from 01/03 to 31/10 in 2024 and 2025.


Facilities and amenities

Site facilities include modern flushing toilets, hot showers, a washing up area and laundry. Fresh water taps are dotted about the field and farm buildings.

Walk just a couple of minutes through the village to Faversham where you'll find the local pub, The Alma, serving food throughout the year and a range of good ales too. For food and supplies, there is an Aldi a ten minute drive away.

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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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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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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


Map and address

Park address

Painters Farm Campsite,

Painters Forstal, Faversham, Kent, ME13 0EG

Coordinates

51.2955, 0.8533 | TQ 98 59

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Painters Farm Campsite is ideal for...

Couples

Older children (13+)

Peace and quiet

Young children


There are 46 accommodation options on-site

Bookable pitches and accommodation options

16 x Non Electric Grass Pitches

Max 6 people

Grass pitches measuring 5m x 8m for tents and tourers.

30 x Electric Grass Pitches

Max 6 people

Grass pitches measuring 5m x 8m with 16 amp electric hookup. Suitable for tents and tourers.


Painters Farm Campsite reviews

4.85 /5

95 reviews

95%

would recommend

Overall
4.85
Location
4.82
Value for money
4.83
Service
4.96
Facilities
4.74
Cleanliness
4.89

"Absolutely fabulous campsite"

Deborah A - May 2024

"Really friendly hosts who made us feel that nothing was too much trouble"

Tania C - May 2024

"The campsite was picturesque and Karen and Simon were very welcoming hosts!"

Sarah W - May 2024

"A beautiful and friendly campsite with two wonderful people running it"

Abigail L - Sep 2023

"The site was immaculate ... showers, toilets, dish washing and clothes washing areas were spotless"

Susanne F - Sep 2023

"One of our favourite places"

Christabel B - May 2023


Short stay

Lee P

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Motorhome - Electric Grass PitchesSep 2024

A beautiful little setting, all amenities were good and staff were excellent. The alma pub is also excellent, highly recommended 👌🏻

Peaceful

Steve C

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VW-Type Campervan - Non Electric Grass PitchesSep 2024

Lovely site, warm welcome and friendly. Showers could do with an upgrade but nothing major.

Brilliant

Jane H

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Sprinter-Type Campervan - Electric Grass PitchesSep 2024

Excellent place to stay, staff were amazing, helpful and friendly. Site was quiet at night, right next to an apple orchard. Toilets, showers, washing up facilities great and clean. Even had dog exercise area. Highly recommend!

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FAQ

Check-in is available 1pm-9:30pm and check out is by 12 noon.

Yes dogs are welcome onsite but must be kept on the lead at all times.

Yes both campfires and BBQs are permitted, just please keep them raised off the ground as to not damage the grass.

Campers are allowed to be pitched close to each other when requested. There is usually at least 6m between each pitch however when arranged prior to arrival, this can be reduced to 3m.

Yes there is internet access for guests to use.

Yes one of each is allowed at an additional cost of £5 per night.

The ampage of the pitches with EHU is 16 amp.


The area offers good opportunities for walking, cycling, horse riding and bird watching as it is located in The Kent Downs, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Canterbury is only 20 minutes away with its World Heritage Sites and well documented history, all you would expect from a medium sized city for shopping and eating out. Visit the cathedral, St Augustine's Abbey or stroll along the river

Other nearby activities:

  • Whitstable (20 minutes)
  • Herne Bay (25 minutes)
  • Leeds Castle (25 minutes)
  • Wingham Wildlife Park (30 minutes)
  • Blean Woods National Nature Reserve (30 minutes)
  • The Big Cat Sanctuary (35 minutes)
  • Margate (40 minutes)
The listing for Painters Farm Campsite was last updated on December 28th, 2024 at 2:54 AM

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