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Camping in the UK near Gillingham, England? Look no further than Hipcamp. With over 1,300 options specifically tailored to caravan camping and pet-friendly terrain, you're sure to find the perfect spot. And with options starting as low as £10 per night, it's budget-friendly too. Check out top campsites like Chalky Downs (90 reviews), Cuckoo Farm Campsite (45 reviews), and Whitlingham Broad Campsite (37 reviews) to see what fellow campers have to say. Enjoy popular amenities like cooking equipment, campfires, and potable water, and take part in activities such as visiting historic sites, whitewater paddling, and fishing. Get ready for an unforgettable camping experience!

93% (882) • 128 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Gillingham

  • Holistic Woods Wild Campsite
  • Holistic Woods Wild Campsite
  • Holistic Woods Wild Campsite

1. Holistic Woods Wild Campsite

94%
(178)
97km from Gillingham · 47 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
We are a WILD campsite with character and history. Our most popular pitch is our beautiful SSSI woodland. There are only 25 pitches available. We have a mid wild pitch on the outskirts of the woods, lovely grassed area between trees. Our top field is perfect for motorhomes & caravans. Plenty of space to breath and relax. Located on the stunning heathlands of the Sutton Heath. We are surrounded by beautiful woodland walks, including the Sandlings walk and just 10 minutes from the river Deben. We have a bus stop at the top of the track and Melton train station is a 20 minute walk or 5 minute drive. There are access points onto public footpaths, leading to Rendlesham Forest. A famous site for UFOs! Sutton Hoo is a stone's throw away. Bring your bikes and explore the area on wheels. There is water access and portaloos. We do not have showers yet. Blue/grey waste must be taken away. LEAVE NO TRACE
Campfires
Potable water
from 
£16
 / night
  • Chalky Downs
  • Grass pitch
  • Chalky Downs

2. Chalky Downs

96%
(605)
75km from Gillingham · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Traditional tent camping in a stunningly-located South Downs farm, just down the road from buzzing Brighton
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£16
 / night
  • The separate was block has options to charge your phones in a communal space.
  • Good times spent with friends camping.
  • The separate was block has options to charge your phones in a communal space.

3. Stockbridge View Campsite

93%
(88)
148km from Gillingham · 62 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A simple campsite in the Test Valley, just a 15-minute walk from Stockbridge
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£20
 / night
  • Lakeview Paddock
  • Lakeview Paddock
  • Lakeview Paddock

4. Lakeview Paddock

121km from Gillingham · 2 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Lakeview Paddock is a peaceful, well-kept certificated site set in the heart of the Cambridgeshire countryside, just a short walk from the beautiful shores of Grafham Water. Open 365 days a year, we welcome tents, caravans, campervans and motorhomes. Guests can choose from spacious grass pitches or three level hard-standing pitches, all with electric hook-up and easy access. The site is known for its friendly welcome, immaculate standards, and calm, natural atmosphere. Visitors can enjoy newly refurbished toilets and showers, a hot-water wash-up area, recycling points, clear signage, and plenty of open space to relax and unwind beneath the big skies. Lakeview Paddock is perfectly positioned for walkers, cyclists, wildlife lovers, paddleboarders and families seeking a safe, quiet retreat. Grafham Water’s circular walking and cycling route, its nature reserve, fishing areas and sailing club are all close by, making it an ideal base for outdoor adventures. Local pubs, village shops, cafés and farm shops are only minutes away, with the market towns of St Neots and Huntingdon providing further amenities. Despite its convenience, the site still feels like a tucked-away countryside escape. A warm welcome awaits you at Lakeview Paddock — a peaceful, all-year retreat with everything you need close at hand.
Electrical hookup
Showers
Potable water
from 
£16
 / night
  • Far and Away Camping
  • Far and Away camping field
  • Far and Away Camping

5. Far and Away Camping

100%
(18)
22km from Gillingham · 40 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Nestled within the heart of the Kent countryside, Far and Away allows you to escape into a rural, peaceful and wild campsite. The skies are full of song birds and birds of prey, hot air balloons dominate the still summer evenings and there is always a spitfire or biplane circling from the local aerodrome. With close to zero light pollution, the night skies are a stunning way to end the day not to mention Far and Away sunrise and sunsets are also worth staying up for! Immerse yourself in the heart of the beautiful Kent countryside and take advantage of the many public footpaths around the campsite. Far and Away is 1.2 miles away from Headcorn village where you can find a host of local amenities, shops, pubs and restaurants. There is also a host of National Trust sites within a short drive including Sissinghurst Castle and many wonderful villages to visit including medieval Biddenden and the magical market town of Tenterden. Next to junction 8 of the M20 there is also Leeds Castle, only a 20 minute drive from Far and Away and the Big Cat Sanctuary is only a few fields away. At night you can hear the roar of the wild cats really making it feel like you are Far and Away!
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£18
 / night
  • Hill Farm Secluded Camping
  • Hill Farm Secluded Camping
  • Hill Farm Secluded Camping

6. Hill Farm Secluded Camping

94%
(32)
121km from Gillingham · 7 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Fancy some secluded downtime exploring rural coastal Suffolk? The tree-shaded pitches at Hill Farm are in a peaceful setting near the market towns of Saxmundham and Halesworth, and handily accessible from the A12, as well as to the coast and pretty villages, historical hamlets, and popular seaside towns, such as Southwold and Aldeburgh. This is a site that welcomes families and groups of friends, and it's dog-friendly too (there’s a 4-acre woodland to the north of the site that's great for dog walking). The site has good TV reception for relaxing indoors on damp or chilly days. The popular village of Westleton (10 minutes’ drive) has a village store, a farm shop, a garage and 2 pubs; and if you fancy a change from cooking, there is also a nice pub and a tearoom, in the Darsham village area (only 5 minutes drive or a 30 minute walk away through some lovely fields). Back on site, there are a toilet cabins with hot running water, plus other facilities including 4 showers, a portaloo, and a washing machine, grey waste and chemical toilet disposal and recycling points. Wi-fi is nearly all over the site too. The shared facilities at the top of the site also has a fridge and a washing up area, with a warm water tap, a nearby kettle and a plug socket for charging mobiles. Picnic tables, PIR lighting and Starlink wifi is also provided. Please not that dogs must be kept on a lead at all times, and yes campfires are allowed, as long as the fire pit is raised off the ground and the fire is supervised at all times, with a bucket of water at hand too. Thank you for booking!
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Showers
from 
£19
 / night
  • Barn Owl Camping
  • Barn Owl Camping
  • Barn Owl Camping

7. Barn Owl Camping

97%
(18)
93km from Gillingham · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Dog-friendly camping and shepherd’s huts in rural Suffolk
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£20
 / night
  • Dogwood Cottage Campsite
  • Dogwood Cottage Campsite
  • Dogwood Cottage Campsite

8. Dogwood Cottage Campsite

81%
(24)
48km from Gillingham · 11 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Come and meet the chickens and ducks, friendly pygmy goats and miniature shetland pony Dino at Dogwood Camping, a gem in the heart of the East Sussex countryside. We are a small, friendly, family-run campsite set in the High Weald area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, a perfect base from which to explore the beaches, castles, ancient woodlands and towns like Rye, Battle and Hastings. Dogwood is in the pretty village of Brede, and is walking distance from two fine country pubs. We are surrounded by stunning countryside where you can take your dog for a short stroll across the fields or go for a long romp through the woods and valleys. Or just sit and relax, listen to the birds and soak up the peace and quiet. We are fortunate to be in a 'dark sky' area, perfect for long, relaxing summer nights around the campfie, sipping hot chocolate, toasting marshmallows and spotting shooting stars! During the summer our site is a popular spot for families and campers visiting nearby Camber Sands sandy beach and year round we welcome all different types of campervan, motorhome and caravan. We look forward to welcome you to our little slice of paradise. Please note our strict 'no group' policy - we only accept single families, single couple and single campers. No more than 2 adults in any group, even on separate pitches. Please bring your acoustic guitar or similar but, as this is a quiet site, please no radios, stereos or videos unless you're using headphones. The birdsong here is incredible by the way! Very wet weather and winter – please note in the off-season, and if very wet, the camping field is closed to vehicles, replaced instead by semi-hardstanding areas or our summer car-park area. Facilities are open but please be prepared for the vagaries of the weather, leaves, puddles and mud. To change pitch please let us know asap so that we can try if possible to find you another. Apart from the car-park, pitches can get very muddy in prolonged, heavy rain. If you are not prepared for these eventualities please do not book.
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£18
 / night
  • Woodlands Camping
  • view toward the meadow
  • Woodlands Camping

9. Woodlands Camping

97%
(104)
122km from Gillingham · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A back-to-basics campsite in the South Downs National Park
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£27
 / night
  • The Sunnyfield
  • A convivial rural campsite with 15 pitches in a hilltop grassy meadow in the Garden of England. Play in the wildflowers, cook atop your campfire, or just plain chill.
  • The Sunnyfield

10. The Sunnyfield Campsite

94%
(99)
40km from Gillingham · 25 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Looking for a place where you can camp, glamp and campervan together with friends? The Sunnyfield is the place.
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£38
 / night
  • The Slips
  • The Slips
  • The Slips

11. The Slips

91%
(85)
78km from Gillingham · 39 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A relaxed, back-to-basics campsite in the West Sussex countryside
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Water hookup
from 
£19
 / night
  • Four Winds Camping, Canoeing & SUP
  • Four Winds Camping, Canoeing & SUP
  • Four Winds Camping, Canoeing & SUP

12. Four Winds Camping, Canoeing & SUP

97%
(292)
136km from Gillingham · 14 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A small, friendly riverside campsite in Cambridgeshire – with campfires allowed
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Showers
from 
£28
 / night
  • Live music, firepits, fairy lights...just a great place to relax
  • The Pig Place from way up high!
  • Live music, firepits, fairy lights...just a great place to relax

13. The Pig Place Campsite

92%
(93)
146km from Gillingham · 45 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Canal-side camping for adults on a rustic Oxfordshire pig farm
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Potable water
from 
£10
 / night
  • Laleham Camping Club
  • Laleham Camping Club
  • Laleham Camping Club

14. Laleham Camping Club

100%
(10)
74km from Gillingham · 124 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Our 100 pitch campsite is located in the protected Green Belt area to the west of London. With the River Thames on one side and Laleham Park on all others, the beautiful surroundings are hard to beat given the proximity to the capital. The campsite is run voluntarily by its members, with day-to-day matters being handled by an elected committee and wardens.
Electrical hookup
Showers
Potable water
from 
£15
 / night
  • Go Wild Camping & Glamping Thetford
  • Go Wild Camping & Glamping Thetford
  • Go Wild Camping & Glamping Thetford

15. Go Wild Camping & Glamping Thetford

120km from Gillingham · 84 units · Tents, Motorhomes
🌲 Go Wild Thetford: Forest Camping & Glamping Escape Go Wild Camping & Glamping Thetford, managed by mYminiBreak, provides a truly back-to-basics woodland escape on the Norfolk/Suffolk border. Nestled deep within the towering pine and broadleaf woodlands of Thetford Forest, the site offers a peaceful, natural atmosphere perfect for adventurers and nature lovers. 🌳 High Lodge Proximity and Activities The site's main advantage is its location just a short walk (approx. 300 meters) from High Lodge, the main Forestry England visitor center. This allows immediate access to a wealth of activities: Go Ape! high ropes course. Extensive network of walking, running, and cycling trails (suitable for all abilities). Play areas, Archery, Disc Golf, a café, and seasonal events. The forest itself, as Britain's largest lowland pine forest, is a wildlife haven known for its deer, unique flora, and clear, starry night skies. 🐕 Back-to-Basics & Dog-Friendly Go Wild embraces a rustic, "wild-style" camping philosophy. Size & Pitches: The site is a large, spacious campsite offering plenty of room to relax. Pitches are available for tents, campervans, motorhomes, and caravans, alongside glamping options including rustic Shepherd's Huts and Bell Tents (some with electricity for small appliances). Dog-Friendly: The campsite is super dog-friendly, welcoming four-legged companions on all pitches, with vast forest trails accessible directly from the site. Core Facilities: Essential amenities are provided, including shared showers and toilets, fresh drinking water, and waste disposal. Campfires: Campfires and BBQs are encouraged and allowed, making for traditional, memorable evenings under the stars. 🗺️ Local Area The site is an ideal base for exploring the historic Brecks region. Nearby attractions include Grimes Graves (Neolithic flint mine), Thetford Priory ruins, and the Dad's Army Museum in Thetford town. Go Wild Camping offers an authentic outdoor experience where you can fall asleep in the forest and wake up ready to hit the trails.
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£17
 / night
  • Cattlestone Farm Adult Only
  • Cattlestone Farm Adult Only
  • Cattlestone Farm Adult Only

16. Cattlestone Farm Adult Only

97%
(122)
83km from Gillingham · 36 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Friendly camping and glamping on a Sussex farm, with animals to meet, a pond to swim in, and the South Downs nearby.
Campfires
Showers
Sewer hookup
from 
£35
 / night
  • Penn Meadow Farm
  • Penn Meadow Farm
  • Penn Meadow Farm

17. Penn Meadow Farm

91%
(233)
91km from Gillingham · 50 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Penn Meadow Farm is a beautiful 145 acre, family farm, nestled perfectly into the Chiltern Hills area of outstanding natural beauty. We’re just a 5 minute walk across our grassy fields to the oldest free-house pub in England (The Royal Standard of England) Say hello to our resident alpacas, sheep, pigs, pigmy goats, flock of 250 sheep and of course our lovely boarder collies. We aim to be a very relaxed spot to be able to rest for a few nights and maybe enjoying a nice camp fire in the evening. The site includes; Showers and Toilet block with toilet paper stocked. Open family pitches for you to choose where you want to set up Running drinking water Shared open kitchen Fires allowed BBQ's allowed To ensure everyone’s enjoyment and safety, please follow these rules: Supervise children: Always supervise your children and ensure they do not wander off alone. Clean up after yourself: Dispose of all waste properly in the designated bins and leave no trace behind. Wash any items you use and return them to where you found them. Respect other campers: Be courteous to fellow campers and respect their privacy and space. Pets: If you bring pets, ensure they are well-behaved, kept on a leash or have impeccable recall, and cleaned up after. Do not allow your pet to enter another camper's space. Quiet time: Maintain quiet hours between 11pm and 7am. All music must stop by 10pm, and noise should be minimal after 11pm. Campfires: Penn Meadow Farm allows fires; please use existing scorched areas if possible rather than creating new ones. Never leave any fires unattended and ensure they are completely extinguished when finished. Wipe your feet prior to entering the Bell tents to remove any coal that may have become attached. Cars/vehicles: Cars and vehicles can be on the field but should move minimally and always under 5mph. Car stereos should not be used for music entertainment. Drugs and Alcohol: Drug use is prohibited, and violators will be asked to leave. Consume alcohol responsibly, and do not drive or move your vehicle after consuming alcohol. We do not typically book Large non-family groups unless they are seeking a calm and peaceful stay. These groups must have authorization prior to the visit.
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£25
 / night
  • Coxhill Camping
  • View of campsite
  • Coxhill Camping

18. Coxhill Camping

100%
(51)
50km from Gillingham · 45 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Relaxed camping in a field close to Dover and Canterbury
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£15
 / night
  • Pitchcott Farm
  • Washroom
  • Pitchcott Farm

19. Pitchcott Farm

92%
(31)
115km from Gillingham · 11 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Nearly wild, back-to-nature camping on a regenerative farm in Buckinghamshire
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£35
 / night
  • Painters Farm Campsite
  • Painters Farm Campsite
  • Painters Farm Campsite

20. Painters Farm Campsite

99%
(38)
21km from Gillingham · 46 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Nestled beside the village of Painters Forstal, Faversham, Kent. Our two acre orchard site with grass pitches. The campsite lies within seventeen acres on the slope of The Kent Downs, a designated area of natural beauty. The Alma ale house at the edge of the farm serves Shepherds Neame and hot meals all year round. Two acre quiet cherry orchard site based around a Tudor Manor house 1547 that gives its name to our village. Surrounded by orchards and open countryside but within easy reach of Faversham, Whitstable and Canterbury. Pitches for tents, campervans, motorhomes and touring caravans with or without electric hook up on a level grassy site. Pets are welcome and a crew member is always around the reception or farm to help out. The Campsite is open from 1st march until 31st October. The local area is awash with things to do. Faversham once the busiest port in 17th century England for its wool trade has the longest complete medieval street in the country. A wealth of little shops, cafes and pubs as well as the country’s oldest family owned brewery Shepherd Neame. Whitstable sitting just along the coast, famed for its Oysters and Sunsets is a fun beachside community bustling in the summer months and hauntingly bleak in the winter ones. The World Heritage sites of Canterbury are just a fifteen minute trip away with all its well documented history and plentiful shops and eateries.
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Showers
from 
£26
 / night

Camping in the UK near Gillingham, England? Look no further than Hipcamp. With over 1,300 options specifically tailored to caravan camping and pet-friendly terrain, you're sure to find the perfect spot. And with options starting as low as £10 per night, it's budget-friendly too. Check out top campsites like Chalky Downs (90 reviews), Cuckoo Farm Campsite (45 reviews), and Whitlingham Broad Campsite (37 reviews) to see what fellow campers have to say. Enjoy popular amenities like cooking equipment, campfires, and potable water, and take part in activities such as visiting historic sites, whitewater paddling, and fishing. Get ready for an unforgettable camping experience!

93% (882) • 128 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Gillingham

  • Holistic Woods Wild Campsite
  • Holistic Woods Wild Campsite
  • Holistic Woods Wild Campsite

1. Holistic Woods Wild Campsite

94%
(178)
97km from Gillingham · 47 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
We are a WILD campsite with character and history. Our most popular pitch is our beautiful SSSI woodland. There are only 25 pitches available. We have a mid wild pitch on the outskirts of the woods, lovely grassed area between trees. Our top field is perfect for motorhomes & caravans. Plenty of space to breath and relax. Located on the stunning heathlands of the Sutton Heath. We are surrounded by beautiful woodland walks, including the Sandlings walk and just 10 minutes from the river Deben. We have a bus stop at the top of the track and Melton train station is a 20 minute walk or 5 minute drive. There are access points onto public footpaths, leading to Rendlesham Forest. A famous site for UFOs! Sutton Hoo is a stone's throw away. Bring your bikes and explore the area on wheels. There is water access and portaloos. We do not have showers yet. Blue/grey waste must be taken away. LEAVE NO TRACE
Campfires
Potable water
from 
£16
 / night
  • Chalky Downs
  • Grass pitch
  • Chalky Downs

2. Chalky Downs

96%
(605)
75km from Gillingham · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Traditional tent camping in a stunningly-located South Downs farm, just down the road from buzzing Brighton
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£16
 / night
  • The separate was block has options to charge your phones in a communal space.
  • Good times spent with friends camping.
  • The separate was block has options to charge your phones in a communal space.

3. Stockbridge View Campsite

93%
(88)
148km from Gillingham · 62 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A simple campsite in the Test Valley, just a 15-minute walk from Stockbridge
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£20
 / night
  • Lakeview Paddock
  • Lakeview Paddock
  • Lakeview Paddock

4. Lakeview Paddock

121km from Gillingham · 2 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Lakeview Paddock is a peaceful, well-kept certificated site set in the heart of the Cambridgeshire countryside, just a short walk from the beautiful shores of Grafham Water. Open 365 days a year, we welcome tents, caravans, campervans and motorhomes. Guests can choose from spacious grass pitches or three level hard-standing pitches, all with electric hook-up and easy access. The site is known for its friendly welcome, immaculate standards, and calm, natural atmosphere. Visitors can enjoy newly refurbished toilets and showers, a hot-water wash-up area, recycling points, clear signage, and plenty of open space to relax and unwind beneath the big skies. Lakeview Paddock is perfectly positioned for walkers, cyclists, wildlife lovers, paddleboarders and families seeking a safe, quiet retreat. Grafham Water’s circular walking and cycling route, its nature reserve, fishing areas and sailing club are all close by, making it an ideal base for outdoor adventures. Local pubs, village shops, cafés and farm shops are only minutes away, with the market towns of St Neots and Huntingdon providing further amenities. Despite its convenience, the site still feels like a tucked-away countryside escape. A warm welcome awaits you at Lakeview Paddock — a peaceful, all-year retreat with everything you need close at hand.
Electrical hookup
Showers
Potable water
from 
£16
 / night
  • Far and Away Camping
  • Far and Away camping field
  • Far and Away Camping

5. Far and Away Camping

100%
(18)
22km from Gillingham · 40 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Nestled within the heart of the Kent countryside, Far and Away allows you to escape into a rural, peaceful and wild campsite. The skies are full of song birds and birds of prey, hot air balloons dominate the still summer evenings and there is always a spitfire or biplane circling from the local aerodrome. With close to zero light pollution, the night skies are a stunning way to end the day not to mention Far and Away sunrise and sunsets are also worth staying up for! Immerse yourself in the heart of the beautiful Kent countryside and take advantage of the many public footpaths around the campsite. Far and Away is 1.2 miles away from Headcorn village where you can find a host of local amenities, shops, pubs and restaurants. There is also a host of National Trust sites within a short drive including Sissinghurst Castle and many wonderful villages to visit including medieval Biddenden and the magical market town of Tenterden. Next to junction 8 of the M20 there is also Leeds Castle, only a 20 minute drive from Far and Away and the Big Cat Sanctuary is only a few fields away. At night you can hear the roar of the wild cats really making it feel like you are Far and Away!
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£18
 / night
  • Hill Farm Secluded Camping
  • Hill Farm Secluded Camping
  • Hill Farm Secluded Camping

6. Hill Farm Secluded Camping

94%
(32)
121km from Gillingham · 7 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Fancy some secluded downtime exploring rural coastal Suffolk? The tree-shaded pitches at Hill Farm are in a peaceful setting near the market towns of Saxmundham and Halesworth, and handily accessible from the A12, as well as to the coast and pretty villages, historical hamlets, and popular seaside towns, such as Southwold and Aldeburgh. This is a site that welcomes families and groups of friends, and it's dog-friendly too (there’s a 4-acre woodland to the north of the site that's great for dog walking). The site has good TV reception for relaxing indoors on damp or chilly days. The popular village of Westleton (10 minutes’ drive) has a village store, a farm shop, a garage and 2 pubs; and if you fancy a change from cooking, there is also a nice pub and a tearoom, in the Darsham village area (only 5 minutes drive or a 30 minute walk away through some lovely fields). Back on site, there are a toilet cabins with hot running water, plus other facilities including 4 showers, a portaloo, and a washing machine, grey waste and chemical toilet disposal and recycling points. Wi-fi is nearly all over the site too. The shared facilities at the top of the site also has a fridge and a washing up area, with a warm water tap, a nearby kettle and a plug socket for charging mobiles. Picnic tables, PIR lighting and Starlink wifi is also provided. Please not that dogs must be kept on a lead at all times, and yes campfires are allowed, as long as the fire pit is raised off the ground and the fire is supervised at all times, with a bucket of water at hand too. Thank you for booking!
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Showers
from 
£19
 / night
  • Barn Owl Camping
  • Barn Owl Camping
  • Barn Owl Camping

7. Barn Owl Camping

97%
(18)
93km from Gillingham · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Dog-friendly camping and shepherd’s huts in rural Suffolk
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£20
 / night
  • Dogwood Cottage Campsite
  • Dogwood Cottage Campsite
  • Dogwood Cottage Campsite

8. Dogwood Cottage Campsite

81%
(24)
48km from Gillingham · 11 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Come and meet the chickens and ducks, friendly pygmy goats and miniature shetland pony Dino at Dogwood Camping, a gem in the heart of the East Sussex countryside. We are a small, friendly, family-run campsite set in the High Weald area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, a perfect base from which to explore the beaches, castles, ancient woodlands and towns like Rye, Battle and Hastings. Dogwood is in the pretty village of Brede, and is walking distance from two fine country pubs. We are surrounded by stunning countryside where you can take your dog for a short stroll across the fields or go for a long romp through the woods and valleys. Or just sit and relax, listen to the birds and soak up the peace and quiet. We are fortunate to be in a 'dark sky' area, perfect for long, relaxing summer nights around the campfie, sipping hot chocolate, toasting marshmallows and spotting shooting stars! During the summer our site is a popular spot for families and campers visiting nearby Camber Sands sandy beach and year round we welcome all different types of campervan, motorhome and caravan. We look forward to welcome you to our little slice of paradise. Please note our strict 'no group' policy - we only accept single families, single couple and single campers. No more than 2 adults in any group, even on separate pitches. Please bring your acoustic guitar or similar but, as this is a quiet site, please no radios, stereos or videos unless you're using headphones. The birdsong here is incredible by the way! Very wet weather and winter – please note in the off-season, and if very wet, the camping field is closed to vehicles, replaced instead by semi-hardstanding areas or our summer car-park area. Facilities are open but please be prepared for the vagaries of the weather, leaves, puddles and mud. To change pitch please let us know asap so that we can try if possible to find you another. Apart from the car-park, pitches can get very muddy in prolonged, heavy rain. If you are not prepared for these eventualities please do not book.
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£18
 / night
  • Woodlands Camping
  • view toward the meadow
  • Woodlands Camping

9. Woodlands Camping

97%
(104)
122km from Gillingham · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A back-to-basics campsite in the South Downs National Park
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£27
 / night
  • The Sunnyfield
  • A convivial rural campsite with 15 pitches in a hilltop grassy meadow in the Garden of England. Play in the wildflowers, cook atop your campfire, or just plain chill.
  • The Sunnyfield

10. The Sunnyfield Campsite

94%
(99)
40km from Gillingham · 25 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Looking for a place where you can camp, glamp and campervan together with friends? The Sunnyfield is the place.
Campfires
Showers
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£38
 / night
  • The Slips
  • The Slips
  • The Slips

11. The Slips

91%
(85)
78km from Gillingham · 39 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A relaxed, back-to-basics campsite in the West Sussex countryside
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Water hookup
from 
£19
 / night
  • Four Winds Camping, Canoeing & SUP
  • Four Winds Camping, Canoeing & SUP
  • Four Winds Camping, Canoeing & SUP

12. Four Winds Camping, Canoeing & SUP

97%
(292)
136km from Gillingham · 14 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A small, friendly riverside campsite in Cambridgeshire – with campfires allowed
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Showers
from 
£28
 / night
  • Live music, firepits, fairy lights...just a great place to relax
  • The Pig Place from way up high!
  • Live music, firepits, fairy lights...just a great place to relax

13. The Pig Place Campsite

92%
(93)
146km from Gillingham · 45 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Canal-side camping for adults on a rustic Oxfordshire pig farm
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Potable water
from 
£10
 / night
  • Laleham Camping Club
  • Laleham Camping Club
  • Laleham Camping Club

14. Laleham Camping Club

100%
(10)
74km from Gillingham · 124 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Our 100 pitch campsite is located in the protected Green Belt area to the west of London. With the River Thames on one side and Laleham Park on all others, the beautiful surroundings are hard to beat given the proximity to the capital. The campsite is run voluntarily by its members, with day-to-day matters being handled by an elected committee and wardens.
Electrical hookup
Showers
Potable water
from 
£15
 / night
  • Go Wild Camping & Glamping Thetford
  • Go Wild Camping & Glamping Thetford
  • Go Wild Camping & Glamping Thetford

15. Go Wild Camping & Glamping Thetford

120km from Gillingham · 84 units · Tents, Motorhomes
🌲 Go Wild Thetford: Forest Camping & Glamping Escape Go Wild Camping & Glamping Thetford, managed by mYminiBreak, provides a truly back-to-basics woodland escape on the Norfolk/Suffolk border. Nestled deep within the towering pine and broadleaf woodlands of Thetford Forest, the site offers a peaceful, natural atmosphere perfect for adventurers and nature lovers. 🌳 High Lodge Proximity and Activities The site's main advantage is its location just a short walk (approx. 300 meters) from High Lodge, the main Forestry England visitor center. This allows immediate access to a wealth of activities: Go Ape! high ropes course. Extensive network of walking, running, and cycling trails (suitable for all abilities). Play areas, Archery, Disc Golf, a café, and seasonal events. The forest itself, as Britain's largest lowland pine forest, is a wildlife haven known for its deer, unique flora, and clear, starry night skies. 🐕 Back-to-Basics & Dog-Friendly Go Wild embraces a rustic, "wild-style" camping philosophy. Size & Pitches: The site is a large, spacious campsite offering plenty of room to relax. Pitches are available for tents, campervans, motorhomes, and caravans, alongside glamping options including rustic Shepherd's Huts and Bell Tents (some with electricity for small appliances). Dog-Friendly: The campsite is super dog-friendly, welcoming four-legged companions on all pitches, with vast forest trails accessible directly from the site. Core Facilities: Essential amenities are provided, including shared showers and toilets, fresh drinking water, and waste disposal. Campfires: Campfires and BBQs are encouraged and allowed, making for traditional, memorable evenings under the stars. 🗺️ Local Area The site is an ideal base for exploring the historic Brecks region. Nearby attractions include Grimes Graves (Neolithic flint mine), Thetford Priory ruins, and the Dad's Army Museum in Thetford town. Go Wild Camping offers an authentic outdoor experience where you can fall asleep in the forest and wake up ready to hit the trails.
Campfires
Showers
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from 
£17
 / night
  • Cattlestone Farm Adult Only
  • Cattlestone Farm Adult Only
  • Cattlestone Farm Adult Only

16. Cattlestone Farm Adult Only

97%
(122)
83km from Gillingham · 36 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Friendly camping and glamping on a Sussex farm, with animals to meet, a pond to swim in, and the South Downs nearby.
Campfires
Showers
Sewer hookup
from 
£35
 / night
  • Penn Meadow Farm
  • Penn Meadow Farm
  • Penn Meadow Farm

17. Penn Meadow Farm

91%
(233)
91km from Gillingham · 50 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Penn Meadow Farm is a beautiful 145 acre, family farm, nestled perfectly into the Chiltern Hills area of outstanding natural beauty. We’re just a 5 minute walk across our grassy fields to the oldest free-house pub in England (The Royal Standard of England) Say hello to our resident alpacas, sheep, pigs, pigmy goats, flock of 250 sheep and of course our lovely boarder collies. We aim to be a very relaxed spot to be able to rest for a few nights and maybe enjoying a nice camp fire in the evening. The site includes; Showers and Toilet block with toilet paper stocked. Open family pitches for you to choose where you want to set up Running drinking water Shared open kitchen Fires allowed BBQ's allowed To ensure everyone’s enjoyment and safety, please follow these rules: Supervise children: Always supervise your children and ensure they do not wander off alone. Clean up after yourself: Dispose of all waste properly in the designated bins and leave no trace behind. Wash any items you use and return them to where you found them. Respect other campers: Be courteous to fellow campers and respect their privacy and space. Pets: If you bring pets, ensure they are well-behaved, kept on a leash or have impeccable recall, and cleaned up after. Do not allow your pet to enter another camper's space. Quiet time: Maintain quiet hours between 11pm and 7am. All music must stop by 10pm, and noise should be minimal after 11pm. Campfires: Penn Meadow Farm allows fires; please use existing scorched areas if possible rather than creating new ones. Never leave any fires unattended and ensure they are completely extinguished when finished. Wipe your feet prior to entering the Bell tents to remove any coal that may have become attached. Cars/vehicles: Cars and vehicles can be on the field but should move minimally and always under 5mph. Car stereos should not be used for music entertainment. Drugs and Alcohol: Drug use is prohibited, and violators will be asked to leave. Consume alcohol responsibly, and do not drive or move your vehicle after consuming alcohol. We do not typically book Large non-family groups unless they are seeking a calm and peaceful stay. These groups must have authorization prior to the visit.
Campfires
Showers
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from 
£25
 / night
  • Coxhill Camping
  • View of campsite
  • Coxhill Camping

18. Coxhill Camping

100%
(51)
50km from Gillingham · 45 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Relaxed camping in a field close to Dover and Canterbury
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£15
 / night
  • Pitchcott Farm
  • Washroom
  • Pitchcott Farm

19. Pitchcott Farm

92%
(31)
115km from Gillingham · 11 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Nearly wild, back-to-nature camping on a regenerative farm in Buckinghamshire
Campfires
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from 
£35
 / night
  • Painters Farm Campsite
  • Painters Farm Campsite
  • Painters Farm Campsite

20. Painters Farm Campsite

99%
(38)
21km from Gillingham · 46 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Nestled beside the village of Painters Forstal, Faversham, Kent. Our two acre orchard site with grass pitches. The campsite lies within seventeen acres on the slope of The Kent Downs, a designated area of natural beauty. The Alma ale house at the edge of the farm serves Shepherds Neame and hot meals all year round. Two acre quiet cherry orchard site based around a Tudor Manor house 1547 that gives its name to our village. Surrounded by orchards and open countryside but within easy reach of Faversham, Whitstable and Canterbury. Pitches for tents, campervans, motorhomes and touring caravans with or without electric hook up on a level grassy site. Pets are welcome and a crew member is always around the reception or farm to help out. The Campsite is open from 1st march until 31st October. The local area is awash with things to do. Faversham once the busiest port in 17th century England for its wool trade has the longest complete medieval street in the country. A wealth of little shops, cafes and pubs as well as the country’s oldest family owned brewery Shepherd Neame. Whitstable sitting just along the coast, famed for its Oysters and Sunsets is a fun beachside community bustling in the summer months and hauntingly bleak in the winter ones. The World Heritage sites of Canterbury are just a fifteen minute trip away with all its well documented history and plentiful shops and eateries.
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Showers
from 
£26
 / night

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Peter
2 weeks ago
5 m Class A
1 night at Hill Farm Secluded Camping
Great little camp ground. Very friendly host. Will go again.
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Catarina
December 2025
5 m travel trailer
With kids
1 night at Holistic Woods Wild Campsite
Plain and simple holistic experience no gimmicks or frills. The best I've been to in a while the staff are lovely the surrounding are as nature intended. I will be back for sure
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Holistic Woods Wild Campsite
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chris
November 2025
8 m travel trailer
Weekend Trip to Holistic Woods Wild Campsite
Holistic Woods is exactly that.. the tranquility, no light pollution.. it was amazing, quiet and the first time for as long as I can remember my brain switched off from the noise of life.. can't wait to get back and chill out
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Penn Meadow Farm
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Siubhan
November 2025
Tent
Weekend Trip to Penn Meadow Farm
Amazing views over the hills with red kites, gorgeous horses in the next door field and really friendly sheep dogs. Gorgeous shower block which make you feel like you’re in a boutique hotel! 200m walk to fantastic pub with great food and fires. Can’t wait to go back
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Adam
November 2025
8 m Class B
With kids
Weekend Trip to Far and Away Camping
Very nice location for stargazing lovely atmosphere exactly as described
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Holistic Woods Wild Campsite
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Julie
November 2025
4 m travel trailer
2 nights at Holistic Woods Wild Campsite
Amazing place .and very close to local attractions and nice walks ..very helpful friendly people ..relaxing peaceful ..loads of wildlife ..I’ll be going back would definitely recommend if you like rustic /nature..
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Holistic Woods Wild Campsite
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Martin
November 2025
Tent
1 night at Holistic Woods Wild Campsite
We had a great time camping here in early November. It was just us, and the surroundings are really nice. You could hear the nearby road at times but otherwise it was everything you’d like from wild camping. We’ll be back.
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Sunrises don't get much better than those at Far and Away Camping
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George
November 2025
Tent
Weekend Trip to Far and Away Camping
This spot was perfect. Despite it being November and seeing a little more rain than we probably would have liked it didn’t take away the experience. Jayne was accommodating to our needs allowing us a fire pit as it was out of season. Would be back!
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Holistic Woods Wild Campsite
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John
October 2025
Tent
2 nights at Holistic Woods Wild Campsite
Had very chilled 2 nights accept for the wet and windy night and was just me on site, Joe was helpful when arrived, just me and my hammock can’t wait to go back.
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Woodlands Camping
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Victoria
October 2025
5 m Class B
Weekend Trip to Woodlands Camping
What an amazing spot in nature! This was an incredible getaway, such a quiet and natural space with birds, surrounded by trees and the very nearby woodlands which are covered in mushrooms, more than we could count! It was so peaceful, we loved the natural space and eco-friendly touches. We definitely want to return again! It was magical!
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the clearing
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Abi
October 2025
5 m car
Weekend Trip to Woodlands Camping
Really great site. Managed really well. Amazing spot in the woods and plenty of space between yourself and other campers. Firepits are provided and you can buy wood for fires if you need. There are some great walks nearby and plenty of stargazing! Would really recommend this site. Had a really wonderful weekend here. (There is a closing time of 7pm which is to be aware of and not being able to enter after that point so just something to be aware if traffic or travelling far after work.) The toilets, eco and flushing, were really good. Didn't use the showers so cant say!
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the clearing
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Katie
October 2025
Tent
With pets
Weekend Trip to Woodlands Camping
We very much enjoyed the peace and quiet of the location. Rustic and basic, very much as advertised.
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Sunrises don't get much better than those at Far and Away Camping
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Alan
October 2025
Tent
With kids
Weekend Trip to Far and Away Camping
Well worth the drive. Really nice site. Definitely be going back
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Painters Farm Campsite
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Lee
October 2025
5 m Class B
Weekend Trip to Painters Farm Campsite
Great welcome and although the windiest weekend of the year so far a decent pitch with a little shelter. Two walks over the weekend one directly from camp and the other from the Swale estuary car park, both worth it.
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Hill Farm Secluded Camping
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Emma
September 2025
5 m Class A
Weekend Trip to Hill Farm Secluded Camping
We had a lovely stay! This is a great campsite with lots of lovely places to park up. Some more secluded than others which was great for us. Good facilities and lots of extras like picnic benches, areas for washing up, children’s toys to name a few.
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Four Winds Camping, Canoeing & SUP
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Neil
September 2025
Tent
Weekend Trip to Four Winds Camping, Canoeing & SUP
Great site, friendly staff, generous pitch sizes and straight onto the river. Will defiantly visit again
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Paul
September 2025
4 m Class B
With pets
2 nights at Chalky Downs
Our host was very friendly and helpful. Facilities were fine, clean and tidy. You will probably need some ramps if you want to be completely level but wasn’t a problem for us.
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Pitchcott Farm
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Gin
September 2025
Tent
Weekend Trip to Pitchcott Farm
At Pitchot farm, we felt very good, a quiet place with various views, where you can have a barbecue or sit in the evening by the warmth of the fire. I highly recommend!
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Laleham Camping Club
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Bob
September 2025
5 m Class B
Weekend Trip to Laleham Camping Club
Right by the river. Clean site, hot showers, friéndly host
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Pitchcott Farm
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Aron
September 2025
Tent
2 nights at Pitchcott Farm
The site was absolutely beatiful in a lovely area. Couldn't reccomend it enough. Tony and Sarah were also a great help and made it very clear that I could contact them if I needed any assistance
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