100% (64) • 41 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Chatham
Quaint Farm in a National Park
1. Quaint Farm in a National Park
100%
(26)
99km from Chatham · 2 units · Glamping
Our 17 acre Farm is set deep within the beautiful South Downs National Park on the outskirts of the quiet village of Milland (near Liphook) in rural West Sussex (close to its border with Hampshire and Surrey). We have direct access to an excellent bridleway and footpath network through peaceful open countryside and quiet lanes as well as being on the Serpent Tail and close to the South Downs Way.
Our Glamping Pod and Shepherd's Hut are available to book all year round. We also offer stabling if you would like to take your horses or ponies on holiday with you!
Milland village (0.8 miles) has the Rising Sun pub, serving great food and drink, and Milland Stores, which stocks all your essential fresh and local produce as well as having a small cafe.
Showers
Campfires
Wifi
from
£125
/ night
Wingbury Farm Glamping
2. Wingbury Farm Glamping
98%
(26)
104km from Chatham · 3 units · Glamping
Modern pod glamping with hot tubs in a quiet Buckinghamshire meadow
Showers
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Hot Tub
from
£160
/ night
Pigs in Blankets
3. Pigs in Blankets
96%
(70)
135km from Chatham · 26 units · Tents, Glamping
A campfire-friendly country campsite on a farm in walking distance of seaside Southwold
Pets
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from
£18
/ night
Acorn Meadow Camping
4. Acorn Meadow Camping
133km from Chatham · 1 unit · Glamping
Our grass field has electric and water, ladies and gents toilets and an electric shower. There are great walks along Peddars Way and the Pingo Trail, good cycle routes and a children's play area just opposite the campsite. We have 10 tent pitches (6 with electric) and one glamping pod. Motorhomes are welcome.
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from
£72
/ night
Scallow Campsite Glamping Pods
5. Scallow Campsite Glamping Pods
92%
(13)
53km from Chatham · 3 units · Glamping
The Glamping site offers three Glamping Pods. Glamping Pod 1 has twin beds while Glamping Pod 2 and 3 have double beds. The Pods are furnished with beds, side tables, table and chairs with hanging space for clothes and coats. The site is level and surrounded by a well managed copse adjoining the road with wild flowers and resplendent with bluebells in the Spring. We are proud to have been awarded Campsite of the Year East Sussex for 2021/22 by CorporateLiveWire Prestige Awards.
Showers
Campfires
Wifi
from
£90
/ night
Hollington Park Glamping
6. Hollington Park Glamping
95%
(11)
133km from Chatham · 6 units · Glamping
Pod and bell tent glamping in woodland on the edge of the North Wessex Downs
Pets
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from
£105
/ night
Hatters Meadows Cambridgeshire
7. Hatters Meadows Cambridgeshire
97%
(143)
119km from Chatham · 20 units · Tents, Glamping
Cosy year-round glamping and seasonal camping in a fenland meadow with views of Ely cathedral
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£20
/ night
Battle Pods & Bells
8. Battle Pods & Bells
100%
(13)
49km from Chatham · 10 units · Glamping
Off grid bell tents and pods in a woodland just outside Battle
Pets
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Campfires
from
£80
/ night
Foot of the Downs
9. Foot of the Downs
100%
(25)
76km from Chatham · 3 units · Glamping
Glamping on a family farm in Sussex, just off the South Downs Way and not far from Brighton
Pets
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from
£117
/ night
Glamping @ Rankins Farm
10. Glamping @ Rankins Farm
100%
(38)
16km from Chatham · 6 units · Glamping
Family-friendly pod glamping beside a 30-year-old plum orchard, with far-reaching views across the Kent countryside
Showers
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Wifi
from
£120
/ night
Glamping Retreat & Campsite
11. Glamping Retreat & Campsite
95%
(10)
139km from Chatham · 17 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Retro Staycations near Ryde on the Isle of Wight
Pets
Electrical hookup
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from
£19
/ night
Sindles Farm Glamping and Camping
12. Sindles Farm Glamping and Camping
100%
(14)
114km from Chatham · 9 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
We are a small, friendly site on a working farm in the beautiful South Downs National Park. We have shepherds huts, bell tents and a land pod in an old sheep paddock, all with private fire pits. We’re surrounded by footpaths and bridleways that can be explored all day, and 10 minutes drive from the sea. We also have a small grass-pitch campsite that opens in the summer for tents and camper vans.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£32
/ night
Cosy Camping Suffolk
13. Cosy Camping Suffolk
100%
(14)
91km from Chatham · 26 units · Tents, Glamping
Glamping in the Suffolk countryside, not far from seaside Felixstowe
Campfires
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Potable water
from
£23
/ night
Constable Park
14. Constable Park
100%
(20)
76km from Chatham · 17 units · Tents, Glamping
A holiday and leisure park ideal for kayaking and paddleboarding, with premium glamping options
Campfires
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Potable water
from
£50
/ night
Lee Wick Farm Cottages & Glamping
15. Lee Wick Farm Cottages & Glamping
60km from Chatham · 8 units · Glamping
We have a total of 20 cabins, 3 tent pitches and 3 pitches for touring caravans or motorhome.
Lee Wick Lane is a beautiful secluded location near the historic village of St. Osyth, with our nearest city being Colchester, a similarly historic roman city.
We are surrounded by fields and are really near the sea with the Colne Point Nature reserve on our doorstep.
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£165
/ night
The Downs Stables Holidays
16. The Downs Stables Holidays
100%
(2)
84km from Chatham · 2 units · Glamping
Modern glamping pods on a working racing stables in the South Downs
Showers
Potable water
Cooking equipment
from
£90
/ night
Swaynes Pods
17. Swaynes Pods
100%
(6)
74km from Chatham · 1 unit · Glamping
A glamping pod with en suite facilities and a hot tub, in the West Sussex countryside just an hour outside London.
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£260
/ night
Hellie Pods
18. Hellie Pods
100%
(1)
133km from Chatham · 2 units · Glamping
Two Camping Pods - Very simple, double bunk bed with two single beds underneath. Off grid power for lights, charging phones up, along with a small shared fridge. A shared dry compost toilet with a shower. There is a small adult mud kitchen along with each pod having there own BBQ and firepits to use.
The pods are situated in a 2.5 acre field in the corner with fencing around them. Dogs are welcomed and there is a dog field you can hire a few hundred yards away along with this there is a footpath run through the family beef and arable farm.
The pods are walking distance from Latitude Festival situated at Henham Park happening at the end of July, 15 minute drive to the seaside - Southwold, Walberswick and Dunwich. The local market town Halesworth is only 3.5 miles away and Beccles 7 miles away.
Pets
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Campfires
from
£65
/ night
Nelson Park Riding Centre
19. Nelson Park Riding Centre
93%
(7)
57km from Chatham · 3 units · Glamping
Glamping with a view of the horses in Thanet's largest riding centre.
Showers
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from
£100
/ night
100% (64) • 41 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Chatham
Quaint Farm in a National Park
1. Quaint Farm in a National Park
100%
(26)
99km from Chatham · 2 units · Glamping
Our 17 acre Farm is set deep within the beautiful South Downs National Park on the outskirts of the quiet village of Milland (near Liphook) in rural West Sussex (close to its border with Hampshire and Surrey). We have direct access to an excellent bridleway and footpath network through peaceful open countryside and quiet lanes as well as being on the Serpent Tail and close to the South Downs Way.
Our Glamping Pod and Shepherd's Hut are available to book all year round. We also offer stabling if you would like to take your horses or ponies on holiday with you!
Milland village (0.8 miles) has the Rising Sun pub, serving great food and drink, and Milland Stores, which stocks all your essential fresh and local produce as well as having a small cafe.
Showers
Campfires
Wifi
from
£125
/ night
Wingbury Farm Glamping
2. Wingbury Farm Glamping
98%
(26)
104km from Chatham · 3 units · Glamping
Modern pod glamping with hot tubs in a quiet Buckinghamshire meadow
Showers
Campfires
Hot Tub
from
£160
/ night
Pigs in Blankets
3. Pigs in Blankets
96%
(70)
135km from Chatham · 26 units · Tents, Glamping
A campfire-friendly country campsite on a farm in walking distance of seaside Southwold
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£18
/ night
Acorn Meadow Camping
4. Acorn Meadow Camping
133km from Chatham · 1 unit · Glamping
Our grass field has electric and water, ladies and gents toilets and an electric shower. There are great walks along Peddars Way and the Pingo Trail, good cycle routes and a children's play area just opposite the campsite. We have 10 tent pitches (6 with electric) and one glamping pod. Motorhomes are welcome.
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from
£72
/ night
Scallow Campsite Glamping Pods
5. Scallow Campsite Glamping Pods
92%
(13)
53km from Chatham · 3 units · Glamping
The Glamping site offers three Glamping Pods. Glamping Pod 1 has twin beds while Glamping Pod 2 and 3 have double beds. The Pods are furnished with beds, side tables, table and chairs with hanging space for clothes and coats. The site is level and surrounded by a well managed copse adjoining the road with wild flowers and resplendent with bluebells in the Spring. We are proud to have been awarded Campsite of the Year East Sussex for 2021/22 by CorporateLiveWire Prestige Awards.
Showers
Campfires
Wifi
from
£90
/ night
Hollington Park Glamping
6. Hollington Park Glamping
95%
(11)
133km from Chatham · 6 units · Glamping
Pod and bell tent glamping in woodland on the edge of the North Wessex Downs
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£105
/ night
Hatters Meadows Cambridgeshire
7. Hatters Meadows Cambridgeshire
97%
(143)
119km from Chatham · 20 units · Tents, Glamping
Cosy year-round glamping and seasonal camping in a fenland meadow with views of Ely cathedral
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£20
/ night
Battle Pods & Bells
8. Battle Pods & Bells
100%
(13)
49km from Chatham · 10 units · Glamping
Off grid bell tents and pods in a woodland just outside Battle
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£80
/ night
Foot of the Downs
9. Foot of the Downs
100%
(25)
76km from Chatham · 3 units · Glamping
Glamping on a family farm in Sussex, just off the South Downs Way and not far from Brighton
Pets
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from
£117
/ night
Glamping @ Rankins Farm
10. Glamping @ Rankins Farm
100%
(38)
16km from Chatham · 6 units · Glamping
Family-friendly pod glamping beside a 30-year-old plum orchard, with far-reaching views across the Kent countryside
Showers
Campfires
Wifi
from
£120
/ night
Glamping Retreat & Campsite
11. Glamping Retreat & Campsite
95%
(10)
139km from Chatham · 17 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Retro Staycations near Ryde on the Isle of Wight
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
from
£19
/ night
Sindles Farm Glamping and Camping
12. Sindles Farm Glamping and Camping
100%
(14)
114km from Chatham · 9 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
We are a small, friendly site on a working farm in the beautiful South Downs National Park. We have shepherds huts, bell tents and a land pod in an old sheep paddock, all with private fire pits. We’re surrounded by footpaths and bridleways that can be explored all day, and 10 minutes drive from the sea. We also have a small grass-pitch campsite that opens in the summer for tents and camper vans.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£32
/ night
Cosy Camping Suffolk
13. Cosy Camping Suffolk
100%
(14)
91km from Chatham · 26 units · Tents, Glamping
Glamping in the Suffolk countryside, not far from seaside Felixstowe
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from
£23
/ night
Constable Park
14. Constable Park
100%
(20)
76km from Chatham · 17 units · Tents, Glamping
A holiday and leisure park ideal for kayaking and paddleboarding, with premium glamping options
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from
£50
/ night
Lee Wick Farm Cottages & Glamping
15. Lee Wick Farm Cottages & Glamping
60km from Chatham · 8 units · Glamping
We have a total of 20 cabins, 3 tent pitches and 3 pitches for touring caravans or motorhome.
Lee Wick Lane is a beautiful secluded location near the historic village of St. Osyth, with our nearest city being Colchester, a similarly historic roman city.
We are surrounded by fields and are really near the sea with the Colne Point Nature reserve on our doorstep.
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£165
/ night
The Downs Stables Holidays
16. The Downs Stables Holidays
100%
(2)
84km from Chatham · 2 units · Glamping
Modern glamping pods on a working racing stables in the South Downs
Showers
Potable water
Cooking equipment
from
£90
/ night
Swaynes Pods
17. Swaynes Pods
100%
(6)
74km from Chatham · 1 unit · Glamping
A glamping pod with en suite facilities and a hot tub, in the West Sussex countryside just an hour outside London.
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£260
/ night
Hellie Pods
18. Hellie Pods
100%
(1)
133km from Chatham · 2 units · Glamping
Two Camping Pods - Very simple, double bunk bed with two single beds underneath. Off grid power for lights, charging phones up, along with a small shared fridge. A shared dry compost toilet with a shower. There is a small adult mud kitchen along with each pod having there own BBQ and firepits to use.
The pods are situated in a 2.5 acre field in the corner with fencing around them. Dogs are welcomed and there is a dog field you can hire a few hundred yards away along with this there is a footpath run through the family beef and arable farm.
The pods are walking distance from Latitude Festival situated at Henham Park happening at the end of July, 15 minute drive to the seaside - Southwold, Walberswick and Dunwich. The local market town Halesworth is only 3.5 miles away and Beccles 7 miles away.
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£65
/ night
Nelson Park Riding Centre
19. Nelson Park Riding Centre
93%
(7)
57km from Chatham · 3 units · Glamping
Glamping with a view of the horses in Thanet's largest riding centre.
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from
£100
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Batman
December 2025
Weekend Trip to Foot of the Downs
Me and my partner stayed at Skylark pod and it was very nice, lovely scenic getaway for our anniversary. The bed was comfy and the shower was very good. The only issue was there was quite a lot of dust cobwebs around so it wasn’t as clean as we expected. The sofa is also very uncomfortable. Would recommend though.
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Gemma
October 2025
With kids
We had a fantastic stay at Cosy Camping. The pod was immaculately clean and super cosy. It felt luxurious having our own toilet and shower in the pod, the kitchen was well equipped and it was just what we were looking for in an autumn glamping trip. The site itself was great with loads of space to run around and play. We hope to return!
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Sabine
October 2025
With pets
We had the most amazing overnight stay at the Shepherd’s Hut with our three young children and our dog. Laura gave us the warmest welcome - she was so friendly, helpful, and made us feel completely at home right away. The hut itself was spotless, beautifully presented, and thoughtfully equipped with everything we could possibly need.
The kids absolutely loved exploring the surroundings, and it was such a safe, peaceful space for them to run around and enjoy the fresh air. Our dog was just as happy - plenty of room for walks and a truly pet-friendly atmosphere.
Evening by the firepit under the stars was magical, and waking up to the sound of birds and stunning countryside views was the perfect escape from everyday life.
Laura went above and beyond to make our stay special. We honestly didn’t want to leave!
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Sumera
September 2025
Weekend Trip to Glamping @ Rankins Farm
Second time now, had an absolute blast. The host were very kind and went out of their way for us. Can't wait for the next stay.
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Naomi
August 2025
Weekend Trip to Sindles Farm Glamping and Camping
Laura is the best host and the Pod was perfect!! The bed was super comfy, pod was really clean and the showers and toilets 10 out of 10. Would highly recommend to anyone wanting a peaceful night or few away. The little spot is peaceful and secluded just what we wanted !! Two very happy campers 🙂
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andrew
August 2025
With kids
We had two excellent nights at Oak Pod. The boys (my three grandsons) really enjoyed themselves. The hot tub kept them amused and the campfire finished off their nights with the obligatory s'mores.
The pub down the road was handy and the food good. We also spent an evening at the Indian on the way to Aylesbury.
The pod was clean, well appointed, great shower, everything was there.
Overall a fantastic break with my favourite boys
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Jo
July 2025
With kids
Absolutely gem. Laura was great and the landpod and shepherds hut were great!
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Romanas
July 2025
3 nights at Foot of the Downs
If you want peace and quiet with nature, thats the spot. The "pod" was better than 5* hotel in bath. No seriously. Looked after, has everything you need. Enough space (for 2), possible 4 i would say. Needed more forewood, Angela replied within few minutes. Amazing host. If things will turn different will be coming back. Absolutely loved it.
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Eric
July 2025
4 nights at The Downs Stables Holidays
The Downs stables is lovely place to spend quality time. All the directions were clear and precise, Theo's pod was perfectly prepared for our arrival and the premises are comfortable. We got to see many horses too. We sure will return to Ruth's land.
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Grace
July 2025
With kids
Thank you so much to Matt and his family for a wonderful stay. The cabin was clean and we loved the little touch of the welcome gifts. We were so pleasantly surprised by the space around the cabin and the privacy we had. It was such a great space for children to run around in. It is so special that there is only one cabin as so many farms have numerous, we loved the private feel. Our only comment is that as a group of 4 adults and 1 child, we felt it was about as packed as we would like it. The bunk beds are very small for adults but we made it work.
Fabulous that there was an air fryer available. Could do with some more outdoor cooking equipment like tongs, grills and oven gloves. But we all had a great stay and would love to visit you again in the near future.
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Louise
June 2025
With kids
My family stayed at Hazelbank farm for a weekend. My children loved walking around the farm and exploring the wooded areas. They loved feeding the sheep and playing in the tree house. It's a lovley location very quiet and peaceful. Matt helped show us how to light the fire we really enjoyed having the fire in the evening.
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Noor
June 2025
2 nights at Wingbury Farm Glamping
One of the best little get aways ever! I've visited twice in the last month and intend to go a few more times this year it is that good!! The host is a really nice guy too. Such a peaceful, relaxing experience - I'll never forget this place ❤️
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Lewis
May 2025
2 nights at Cosy Camping Suffolk
It was a lovely place to stay beautiful pods and spent a great 2 nights there 10 out of 10
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Sara
April 2025
With kids
We absolutely loved this place! Stayed in a pod, very well equipped and super comfortable. Beki is amazing and so lovely! Can’t recommend this enough!
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Alex
March 2025
Weekend Trip to Nelson Park Riding Centre
We had such a lovely time at Graham's Fox Pod. Lovely location and many cute horses around.
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Claire
December 2024
2 nights at Wingbury Farm Glamping
Our time on William’s land was everything we had hoped for. We wanted somewhere to get away from the busyness of Christmas for a couple of days and Oak Pod was perfect. The accommodation was cosy, comfortable and well-equipped and the views across the fields gave us that chance to chill we were seeking. The hot tub was sublime and the BBQ good. Will could not have been more helpful and ensured our stay was excellent. I am sure we will return.
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Roisin
December 2024
2 nights at Wingbury Farm Glamping
Stayed here in December with my boyfriend and had a great time! The pods are well equipped with everything you need and the wood fired hot tub outside our pod was incredibly cosy and a nice touch. It’s a very private vibe and felt safe. Only slight downside would be if you’re looking to go on a walk in winter months, it’s very wet and muddy so be prepared.
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Maya
October 2024
With kids
What a special place! Perfect for young children - so peaceful and well organised. We absolutely loved it and will go back! Also lots to do in the area and gorgeous local pubs.
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Glamping pods near Chatham guide
Where to go
Kent Downs AONB
Within a 30-minute drive of Chatham, the Kent Downs AONB makes an idyllic, on-the-doorstep escape for outdoors lovers. Pick from glamping yurts, cabins and huts, or just set up your tent or caravan at a deliciously rural campsite, before exploring miles of designated walking paths through ancient woodlands and farmed landscapes. There’s also wonderful horse riding and cycling, not to mention arty Folkestone by the beach.
High Weald AONB
Whether you’re keen to cycle, hike, kayak, paddle-board or splash about in a lake, this 1500-sq-km AONB is just the ticket. The High Weald spreads across Sussex, Surrey and Kent, and is easily accessible from Tunbridge Wells, an hour’s drive southwest of Chatham. The area is known for its cobblestone villages, wide-open heaths, secluded farms and age-old paths, all of which you can explore from countryside campsites, glamping yurts and huts tucked into organic farms, and fully-equipped caravan parks.
Coastal Kent & Sussex
Kent’s pretty coastline stretches east from Chatham to trendy Margate, then south past Dover’s famous white-chalk cliffs. Beyond, Sussex hugs England’s south coast, with more spectacular scenery, especially around the unmissable Seven Sisters cliffs and Beachy Head. There are terrific walks all along the coast here, including the long-distance England Coast Path, and water sports and view-drenched campsites abound.
South Downs
Extending inland from Eastbourne on the Sussex coast and within two hours’ drive of Chatham, the South Downs National Park is one of southeast England’s back-to-nature jewels. Rippling chalk hills, endless sea views and gorgeously green fields patrolled by chatty sheep provide the backdrop for outstanding hiking (tackle some of the 160 km South Downs Way). You can also go cycling, horse riding and even paragliding, before pitching up on a remote farm or settling into a safari-style glamping tent in a hidden valley.
When to go
England’s southeast gets packed in warmer July and August (and over bank holiday weekends in spring), and you’ll need to book camping spots and glamping accommodation far ahead, especially along the coast. Spring can be a rewarding time to explore, with the countryside bursting into bloom before the summer masses arrive, and weekdays year-round see fewer crowds. If you aren’t fussed about the weather, autumn brings both changing colours and low-season prices.
Know before you go
- Wild camping is generally illegal in England, but you’ll find plenty of campsites with secluded pockets in this region, and you can request landowner permission to set up camp elsewhere.
- Chatham is an easy hop by train from London (under an hour) and has good rail links with Margate, Ramsgate, Dover and other coastal towns as well as Canterbury.
- Don’t miss the chance to explore nearby Canterbury’s UNESCO-listed cathedral, one of the southeast’s greatest attractions.
- Chatham has plenty of shops for stocking up on outdoors gear, camping kit and food supplies.