Coxhill Camping
Coxhill Camping
4.93 /5
Coxhill Camping is perfectly nestled in the beautiful Kent Countryside, with an enchanting private woodland to explore and beautiful walks straight from site. Immerse yourself in nature on this scenic campsite that offers a real camping experience and a little adventure. Offering pick your own grass and gravel pitches, tents and tourers are welcome to choose their spot. Situated between Dover and Canterbury, a perfect base to explore Kent.
Featured in our 2024 Outstanding Sites list of reliably excellent camping, glamping, and touring sites
Charming, scenic and spacious site with private woodland and fire pits for hire
Footpath walks straight from the campsite into the beautiful Kent Downs AONB
A 15 minute drive to Dover or Canterbury, perfect for a stop if you're catching the ferry
About Coxhill Camping
This scenic seven acre site is surrounded by fields and lined by mature trees, great for those looking for a countryside escape. Set on a working arable farm, you might spot the odd tractor rolling past! The site offers 55 pick-your-own non electric grass pitches in the main field, so you can find where suits you best. The grass pitches are suitable for tents, trailer tents, campervans, caravans and motorhomes, allowing up to six guests and measuring a minimum of 10m x 10m. There are also 10 gravel pitches available with 16 amp electric hook up in a separate area adjacent to the main grass field. The electric is pay as you go on arrival. They are 10m x 10m and suitable for caravans, campervans and motorhomes. You will be provided with a real camping experience with space to relax, surroundings to explore and a peaceful break from your daily routines. With an enchanting ten-acre private woodland attached to the campsite, it's perfect to enjoy some adventure with your family and a great place for an off-lead stroll with your dog. This is also a great spot if you're a keen walker, with footpaths straight from the site leading you into the stunning Kent countryside. Shepherdswell Village is also located on the North Downs Way making the site a popular stopover option for backpackers taking on the trail. Complete your experience around a campfire, toasting marshmallows and gazing up at the night sky to spot shooting stars, the onsite firepit and log shack will have everything you need! The local tourist hotspots such as the White Cliffs of Dover, Dover Castle, the City of Canterbury and the beach are all only a 15 minute drive away. A short drive from Dover Ferry Port, also makes this site an ideal place to stay before or after a ferry crossing. Dogs are welcome, with up to two allowed per pitch.
The gravel pitches are open from April to 31st October while the grass pitches are open from 23rd May to 14th September.
The site facilities include showers and well-maintained toilet cubicles which contain a flushing loo, hand basin and mirror. There are several drinking water taps and a cold water pot washing station. The firepit and log shack offers fire pits available to hire, along with logs/kindling for sale.
In Shepherdswell you will find a main line train station (heading towards Dover, Canterbury and onto London), a pub called The Bell Inn that serves drinks only, a Co-op, a Farm Shop and the East Kent Heritage Railway, Cafe and playground, all a 15 minute walk away.
Adult only
Allow commercial vans
Allow pets on site
Bike hire
Café / restaurant
Communal BBQ
Disabled facilities
Drinking water
Electric hookups
Entertainment
Family friendly
Fires allowed
Fishing
Games room
Glamping
Golf
Horse riding
Hot tub
Kids club
Kids playground
Laundry
Near beach
Near pub
Open year round
Peaceful
RV pitches
Shop
Showers
Swimming pool
Toilet
TV room
Vineyard
Water hookups
Watersports
W.C. disposal
WiFi
There are 65 accommodation options on-site
Bookable pitches and accommodation options
55 x Non Electric Grass Pitches
Max 6 people
Spacious non electric grass pitches in the main field separate from the gravel pitches, suitable for tents, trailer tents, campervans, caravans and motorhomes. Pitches measure a minimum of 10m x 10m and are well spaced.
10 x Electric Gravel Pitches
Max 6 people
Gravel pitches with metered pay as you go 16 amp electric in the field adjacent to the main grass field. Suitable for campervans, caravans and motorhomes and measure 10m x 10m. Sorry, no gazebos.
4.93 /5
98%
would recommend
"Just lovely. Amazing welcome, everything is super clear and they make everything so accessible"
Sally L - Jul 2024
"Best campsite we stayed on during our whole vacation in Southern England"
Kirsten M - Jul 2024
Lovely site
Recommends site
Jon I
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Although the facilities are basic with flat grass, toilets and showers, they are extremely well presented. The toilets and showers look new; they are spotless with good hot showers. Nice big grass area. Very friendly people. I would go there again.
Very good stay
Recommends site
Ming-Tsung L
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Stayed for three nights and it was very good. Quiet at night, suitable for couples who look for quiet and chill outing.
Very good, quiet camping site
Recommends site
Richard C
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We enjoyed this quiet, dark site with a walk to the Bell Inn over the fields.
Site tariff
Things to do on site and in the Dover area
With access to picturesque walking trails, this is a great location for guests just wanting to unwind in the surrounding countryside. But, if you do want to head out for the day, the mainline station at Shepherdswell is just a 20 minute walk, so you can easily explore the nearby sites.
The famous White Cliffs of Dover are just a 15 minute drive from the site. This beautiful hiking area is perfect on a clear day with views out across the coast, you can enjoy a picturesque walk or simply sit back with a picnic and soak in the sea breeze.
A ten minute drive will also take you to Dover Castle, a military museum within a magnificent medieval castle. The English Heritage site has lots to do, from exploring the castle walls to taking in the vistas from the rooftop.
A 15 minute drive will take you to the City of Canterbury where you can visit Canterbury Cathedral. The Cathedral is a unique place of worship, a major pilgrimage destination, a masterpiece of art and architecture and one of the UK's most visited destinations.
Secret Wartime Tunnels (15 minutes) is a great spot for history lovers. Learn about the story of Dunkirk, see the underground hospital and even take on challenges in the bunker!
A five minute drive will take you to the East Kent Railway Trust where a vintage steam train will take you through charming villages. You can also see the miniature and model railway or enjoy a trip to the tearoom.
If you need somewhere for the kids to burn off some steam, Lower Leas Coastal Park is just a half an hour drive away. There is a fun outdoor play park for children, along with picturesque gardens.
Other nearby attractions include:
- Walmer Castle and Gardens (20 minutes)
- Goodnestone Park Gardens and Cafe (15 minutes)
- Dover Sea Safari (10 minute)
- Canoe Wild (20 minutes)
- Outdoor Aqua Park (18 minutes)
- Canterbury Historic River Tours Visitor Attraction (20 minutes)
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