Shepherd's huts near Margate, Kent

Margate is just the place for hipsters, scenesters and Cool Campers. Within easy reach of London, it’s known for its beaches but is now also home to the retro theme park Dreamland and the Turner Contemporary art gallery - both great days out for families on a camping holiday in Margate. This place has been attracting tourists since seaside holidays were invented and camping, in some form or another, has always been a popular way to stay. But campsites in Margate, like so many other places on our coast, have tended to cater for caravans, motorhomes and masses of people. We’ve turned our attention towards finding campsites in Margate, or within reach of Margate, which are more focused on campers and sometimes glampers. Camping and glamping sites which are as cool as the the bustling bars, eateries and independent businesses in Margate itself - not to mention the sea off this part of the Kent coast.

There may be more than one reason to go camping in Margate but there’s no denying that the big attraction is the beach. With 16 sandy beaches in and around Margate, you could visit a different one every day of a two-week holiday and still not see them all. If you’re looking for surfing and watersports, head to Joss Bay, if you want fun fair rides and ice cream stay on Margate’s main beach and if you want somewhere more natural for rockpooling and shell collecting, try beautiful Botany Bay. If you (somehow) tire of the beach, you could take the kids to Dreamland for funfair rides with a retro theme or in to the less-deliberately retro amusements along the front. For a more serious visit, head into the Turner Contemporary art gallery to gaze at paintings of the area by JMW Turner and then, perhaps, stroll down the harbour arm, in front of the gallery, for lunch at one of its hip eateries. More timeless and tucked away is the teeny-tiny quirky hidden gem, the Shell Grotto - where you can while away an hour or two and, if you don't mind heading slightly further afield on your Margate camping trip, how about visiting nearby Whitstable or Canterbury? Both are within 20 miles of town.

The Victorian seaside town of Margate is back on the up, with a cool, vibrant, retro buzz that's making it the holiday destination of choice for those looking for an easy break from London. There are plenty of great campsites nearby, with only the very best making the Hipcamp shortlist.

99% (110) • 30 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Margate

Fleets Paddock Glamping & Camping

1. Fleets Paddock Glamping & Camping

95%

(104)

24km from Margate · 41 units · Tents, Glamping

Pitches, bell tents and a gypsy caravan on the outskirts of Canterbury

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from

£11

/ night

Whitlingham Broad Campsite

2. Whitlingham Broad Campsite

98%

(164)

138km from Margate · 72 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

Laid-back camping and glamping a stone's throw from Norwich and at the gateway to the Norfolk Broads

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Electrical hookup

Campfires

from

£14

/ night

Barn Owl Camping

3. Barn Owl Camping

97%

(18)

97km from Margate · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

Dog-friendly camping and shepherd’s huts in rural Suffolk

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from

£20

/ night

The Nest - Luxury Shepherds Hut

4. The Nest - Luxury Shepherds Hut

82km from Margate · 1 unit · Glamping

The Nest is a Shepherds Hut situated in the East Sussex Countryside in 300 acres of fields and woodland at Netherfield Place, a working farm with campsite in a tiny village just 20 minutes from the South East coast. The Nest has a King size bed with medium firmness memory foam mattress, shower room with modern compositing toilet and well equipt kitchen with gas hob and sink. The bathroom has a shower, sink and modern composting toilet. There is a woodburner inside to keep you cosy in colder months and decked area to the front for outside dining and relaxing. The Shepherds hut is situated in a field away from the main camp site about a mile from the farm house and farm buildings, enabling you to completely disconnect. Unless you decide to venture out in to the nearby market town of Battle or visit the many local beauty spots or attractions. We use eco friendly products in both the bathroom and kitchen and provide everything you need for a luxurious getaway. A basket of logs can be purchased for £7.50 and a welcome hamper is £30 and includes local produce. Please note this is a farm stay and accessible via a bumpy farm track. There is no wifi available. Optional extras are available at your request for celebrations or to help make your stay more relaxing such as getting some food in for you or booking private Yoga class on the deck. There is a leave no trace policy so all rubbish including recycling needs to be taken with you on your departure.

Showers

Campfires

Potable water

from

£150

/ night

Dernwood Farm Wild Camping

5. Dernwood Farm Wild Camping

95%

(65)

96km from Margate · 17 units · Tents, Glamping

Camping and glamping in Sussex meadows and woodlands

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from

£12

/ night

Cattlestone Farm Adult Only

6. Cattlestone Farm Adult Only

97%

(122)

135km from Margate · 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.

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from

£35

/ night

Foot of the Downs

7. Foot of the Downs

100%

(25)

128km from Margate · 3 units · Glamping

Glamping on a family farm in Sussex, just off the South Downs Way and not far from Brighton

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from

£117

/ night

Hastingford Fishery Glamping

8. Hastingford Fishery Glamping

100%

(8)

94km from Margate · 4 units · Glamping

Searching for a peaceful holiday/short break without kids underfoot? Ramble along to Hastingford Fishery, an adults-only shepherd's hut and fishing site set in a scenic lakeside setting less than five minutes’ drive from the East Sussex village of Hadlow Down and 20 minutes from Royal Tunbridge Wells. This site should suit couples or singles wanting to 'get away from it all' and also fishing fans down to the ground. It’s got several fishing lakes to choose from with lots of different species, so settle down on the banks with rod in hand and while away a few hours (or days) in quiet contemplation, waiting for something to bite. But please note, the site is not for 'competition anglers' although there are plenty of good sized carp around. and asks anyone fishing to only use barbless hooks, and for fish to be returned to the lake quickly after being caught.Not the fishing type? Chill out in and around your secluded hut, or there’s plenty to entertain in a leisurely fashion: paths wind around the lakes and through copses/shaws (as this is the High Weald) plus through the local countryside. There are spectacular views towards the South Downs National Park from the top lakes. A spring-fed lake is also on site to cool off in with some wild swimming. Lots of bird life around, with feeders outside each hut and waterfowl visitors to the lakes.When it comes to eats, pick up or have supplies delivered from supermarkets or takeaways in Uckfield, Heathfield or Crowborough or take a drive to Buxted Park for some posh food or pubs in Blackboys, Crowborough, Ringles Cross, 5 Ash Down, Rotherfield, or Buxted (it'll take about 10 minutes to drive to any of these). Lots of sample menus in huts.

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Campfires

from

£99

/ night

Hale Farm

9. Hale Farm

100%

(152)

98km from Margate · 38 units · Tents, Glamping

A family-run, working farm in East Sussex offering spacious, traditional camping with no set pitches

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from

£14

/ night

Plum Camping in May Tree Orchard

10. Plum Camping in May Tree Orchard

100%

(20)

70km from Margate · 8 units · Tents, Glamping

Simple camping and comfortable glamping amongst organic fruit trees, wild flowers and woodland, bordering an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with some of the darkest night skies in Europe. In the beautiful High Weald of Kent, Tash and Nick have been running May Tree Orchard's low-impact, nature-friendly, seasonal campsite, Plum Camping, for the last 5 years. The Soil Association certified organic land is full of wild flowers and surrounded by woodland and other orchards. Electricity and hot water for showers and washing up is solar generated. So you can charge your phone if necessary, but we'd recommend stargazing and enjoying the quiet warmth of friends and family around an evening fire instead. Bring your own tent, stay in the delightful hand-made shepherd’s hut or stylish caravan, or hire the whole May Tree Orchard space. Numbers are kept low here so that there is always plenty of room for everyone, as well as peace and quiet. The campsite is an hour and a half drive from London and a 20 min walk to the sleepy and pretty village of Goudhurst, with pubs selling great food and two local shops for self-catering. There are also two excellent farm shops within walking distance. Close to May Tree Orchard, there are walks via Sissinghurst, Scotney and Bodiam Castle, and water activities on the River Rother and at Bewl Water. Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest is a ten-minute drive from the campsite and the coast around Hastings and Rye is just over 30 minutes. An amazing independent food business, Growing Communities, sells pears, apples and plums grown at the orchard in their box scheme serving North and South London, and you can also buy them from the Pear Necessities stall at Stoke Newington Farmers Market. Delicious apple juice and tasty chutney made from the organic apples grown in the orchard are available to purchase on site, as well as plum preserve and orchard plums.

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from

£12

/ night

Lockhurst Hatch Farm Glamping

11. Lockhurst Hatch Farm Glamping

100%

(8)

131km from Margate · 1 unit · Glamping

A single, traditional shepherd's hut with countryside views, and a cosy feel

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£96

/ night

The Big Green Shepherds Hut

12. The Big Green Shepherds Hut

100%

(3)

116km from Margate · 1 unit · Glamping

A cosy shepherd’s hut for two in the Surrey countryside

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from

£90

/ night

Brakehill Lodge Farm Camping

13. Brakehill Lodge Farm Camping

100%

(45)

140km from Margate · 5 units · Glamping

Small, secluded, homespun farm campsite in rural Norfolk, a short drive from Thetford Forest Park

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from

£95

/ night

Serenity Lakes

14. Serenity Lakes

100%

(5)

102km from Margate · 3 units · Glamping

Cosy shepherd's huts with hot tubs, set alongside a tranquil fishing lake.

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Hot Tub

from

£126

/ night

Ham Hideaway

15. Ham Hideaway

100%

(2)

16km from Margate · 5 units · Glamping

Glamping in the Kent countryside, close to the coast – with an optional butler catering service

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Wifi

from

£235

/ night

Stone Pit Meadows

16. Stone Pit Meadows

100%

(8)

68km from Margate · 5 units · Glamping

Bell tent and shepherd's hut glamping in a wild and luscious space, 5 minutes from Bodiam Castle.

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from

£113

/ night

Greenhill Glamping

17. Greenhill Glamping

100%

(31)

31km from Margate · 2 units · Glamping

Impeccably restored huts from the late 19th-century, kitted out for couples with king-sized beds, wood-burning stoves and views over the Kent Downs

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from

£160

/ night

Unique Shepherds Huts on a Vineyard

18. Unique Shepherds Huts on a Vineyard

100%

(21)

56km from Margate · 2 units · Glamping

Luxury shepherds huts near the Essex coast, with beautiful, watery surroundings and a wonderfully private setting

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from

£130

/ night

Canterbury Lodges and Glamping

19. Canterbury Lodges and Glamping

100%

(2)

20km from Margate · 2 units · Glamping

Glamping with private facilities near Canterbury

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Hot Tub

from

£85

/ night

Margate is just the place for hipsters, scenesters and Cool Campers. Within easy reach of London, it’s known for its beaches but is now also home to the retro theme park Dreamland and the Turner Contemporary art gallery - both great days out for families on a camping holiday in Margate. This place has been attracting tourists since seaside holidays were invented and camping, in some form or another, has always been a popular way to stay. But campsites in Margate, like so many other places on our coast, have tended to cater for caravans, motorhomes and masses of people. We’ve turned our attention towards finding campsites in Margate, or within reach of Margate, which are more focused on campers and sometimes glampers. Camping and glamping sites which are as cool as the the bustling bars, eateries and independent businesses in Margate itself - not to mention the sea off this part of the Kent coast.

There may be more than one reason to go camping in Margate but there’s no denying that the big attraction is the beach. With 16 sandy beaches in and around Margate, you could visit a different one every day of a two-week holiday and still not see them all. If you’re looking for surfing and watersports, head to Joss Bay, if you want fun fair rides and ice cream stay on Margate’s main beach and if you want somewhere more natural for rockpooling and shell collecting, try beautiful Botany Bay. If you (somehow) tire of the beach, you could take the kids to Dreamland for funfair rides with a retro theme or in to the less-deliberately retro amusements along the front. For a more serious visit, head into the Turner Contemporary art gallery to gaze at paintings of the area by JMW Turner and then, perhaps, stroll down the harbour arm, in front of the gallery, for lunch at one of its hip eateries. More timeless and tucked away is the teeny-tiny quirky hidden gem, the Shell Grotto - where you can while away an hour or two and, if you don't mind heading slightly further afield on your Margate camping trip, how about visiting nearby Whitstable or Canterbury? Both are within 20 miles of town.

The Victorian seaside town of Margate is back on the up, with a cool, vibrant, retro buzz that's making it the holiday destination of choice for those looking for an easy break from London. There are plenty of great campsites nearby, with only the very best making the Hipcamp shortlist.

99% (110) • 30 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Margate

Fleets Paddock Glamping & Camping

1. Fleets Paddock Glamping & Camping

95%

(104)

24km from Margate · 41 units · Tents, Glamping

Pitches, bell tents and a gypsy caravan on the outskirts of Canterbury

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from

£11

/ night

Whitlingham Broad Campsite

2. Whitlingham Broad Campsite

98%

(164)

138km from Margate · 72 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

Laid-back camping and glamping a stone's throw from Norwich and at the gateway to the Norfolk Broads

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Electrical hookup

Campfires

from

£14

/ night

Barn Owl Camping

3. Barn Owl Camping

97%

(18)

97km from Margate · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

Dog-friendly camping and shepherd’s huts in rural Suffolk

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from

£20

/ night

The Nest - Luxury Shepherds Hut

4. The Nest - Luxury Shepherds Hut

82km from Margate · 1 unit · Glamping

The Nest is a Shepherds Hut situated in the East Sussex Countryside in 300 acres of fields and woodland at Netherfield Place, a working farm with campsite in a tiny village just 20 minutes from the South East coast. The Nest has a King size bed with medium firmness memory foam mattress, shower room with modern compositing toilet and well equipt kitchen with gas hob and sink. The bathroom has a shower, sink and modern composting toilet. There is a woodburner inside to keep you cosy in colder months and decked area to the front for outside dining and relaxing. The Shepherds hut is situated in a field away from the main camp site about a mile from the farm house and farm buildings, enabling you to completely disconnect. Unless you decide to venture out in to the nearby market town of Battle or visit the many local beauty spots or attractions. We use eco friendly products in both the bathroom and kitchen and provide everything you need for a luxurious getaway. A basket of logs can be purchased for £7.50 and a welcome hamper is £30 and includes local produce. Please note this is a farm stay and accessible via a bumpy farm track. There is no wifi available. Optional extras are available at your request for celebrations or to help make your stay more relaxing such as getting some food in for you or booking private Yoga class on the deck. There is a leave no trace policy so all rubbish including recycling needs to be taken with you on your departure.

Showers

Campfires

Potable water

from

£150

/ night

Dernwood Farm Wild Camping

5. Dernwood Farm Wild Camping

95%

(65)

96km from Margate · 17 units · Tents, Glamping

Camping and glamping in Sussex meadows and woodlands

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Campfires

Showers

from

£12

/ night

Cattlestone Farm Adult Only

6. Cattlestone Farm Adult Only

97%

(122)

135km from Margate · 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.

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Showers

from

£35

/ night

Foot of the Downs

7. Foot of the Downs

100%

(25)

128km from Margate · 3 units · Glamping

Glamping on a family farm in Sussex, just off the South Downs Way and not far from Brighton

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from

£117

/ night

Hastingford Fishery Glamping

8. Hastingford Fishery Glamping

100%

(8)

94km from Margate · 4 units · Glamping

Searching for a peaceful holiday/short break without kids underfoot? Ramble along to Hastingford Fishery, an adults-only shepherd's hut and fishing site set in a scenic lakeside setting less than five minutes’ drive from the East Sussex village of Hadlow Down and 20 minutes from Royal Tunbridge Wells. This site should suit couples or singles wanting to 'get away from it all' and also fishing fans down to the ground. It’s got several fishing lakes to choose from with lots of different species, so settle down on the banks with rod in hand and while away a few hours (or days) in quiet contemplation, waiting for something to bite. But please note, the site is not for 'competition anglers' although there are plenty of good sized carp around. and asks anyone fishing to only use barbless hooks, and for fish to be returned to the lake quickly after being caught.Not the fishing type? Chill out in and around your secluded hut, or there’s plenty to entertain in a leisurely fashion: paths wind around the lakes and through copses/shaws (as this is the High Weald) plus through the local countryside. There are spectacular views towards the South Downs National Park from the top lakes. A spring-fed lake is also on site to cool off in with some wild swimming. Lots of bird life around, with feeders outside each hut and waterfowl visitors to the lakes.When it comes to eats, pick up or have supplies delivered from supermarkets or takeaways in Uckfield, Heathfield or Crowborough or take a drive to Buxted Park for some posh food or pubs in Blackboys, Crowborough, Ringles Cross, 5 Ash Down, Rotherfield, or Buxted (it'll take about 10 minutes to drive to any of these). Lots of sample menus in huts.

Pets

Showers

Campfires

from

£99

/ night

Hale Farm

9. Hale Farm

100%

(152)

98km from Margate · 38 units · Tents, Glamping

A family-run, working farm in East Sussex offering spacious, traditional camping with no set pitches

Campfires

Showers

Potable water

from

£14

/ night

Plum Camping in May Tree Orchard

10. Plum Camping in May Tree Orchard

100%

(20)

70km from Margate · 8 units · Tents, Glamping

Simple camping and comfortable glamping amongst organic fruit trees, wild flowers and woodland, bordering an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with some of the darkest night skies in Europe. In the beautiful High Weald of Kent, Tash and Nick have been running May Tree Orchard's low-impact, nature-friendly, seasonal campsite, Plum Camping, for the last 5 years. The Soil Association certified organic land is full of wild flowers and surrounded by woodland and other orchards. Electricity and hot water for showers and washing up is solar generated. So you can charge your phone if necessary, but we'd recommend stargazing and enjoying the quiet warmth of friends and family around an evening fire instead. Bring your own tent, stay in the delightful hand-made shepherd’s hut or stylish caravan, or hire the whole May Tree Orchard space. Numbers are kept low here so that there is always plenty of room for everyone, as well as peace and quiet. The campsite is an hour and a half drive from London and a 20 min walk to the sleepy and pretty village of Goudhurst, with pubs selling great food and two local shops for self-catering. There are also two excellent farm shops within walking distance. Close to May Tree Orchard, there are walks via Sissinghurst, Scotney and Bodiam Castle, and water activities on the River Rother and at Bewl Water. Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest is a ten-minute drive from the campsite and the coast around Hastings and Rye is just over 30 minutes. An amazing independent food business, Growing Communities, sells pears, apples and plums grown at the orchard in their box scheme serving North and South London, and you can also buy them from the Pear Necessities stall at Stoke Newington Farmers Market. Delicious apple juice and tasty chutney made from the organic apples grown in the orchard are available to purchase on site, as well as plum preserve and orchard plums.

Pets

Campfires

Showers

from

£12

/ night

Lockhurst Hatch Farm Glamping

11. Lockhurst Hatch Farm Glamping

100%

(8)

131km from Margate · 1 unit · Glamping

A single, traditional shepherd's hut with countryside views, and a cosy feel

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from

£96

/ night

The Big Green Shepherds Hut

12. The Big Green Shepherds Hut

100%

(3)

116km from Margate · 1 unit · Glamping

A cosy shepherd’s hut for two in the Surrey countryside

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from

£90

/ night

Brakehill Lodge Farm Camping

13. Brakehill Lodge Farm Camping

100%

(45)

140km from Margate · 5 units · Glamping

Small, secluded, homespun farm campsite in rural Norfolk, a short drive from Thetford Forest Park

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Cooking equipment

from

£95

/ night

Serenity Lakes

14. Serenity Lakes

100%

(5)

102km from Margate · 3 units · Glamping

Cosy shepherd's huts with hot tubs, set alongside a tranquil fishing lake.

Showers

Campfires

Hot Tub

from

£126

/ night

Ham Hideaway

15. Ham Hideaway

100%

(2)

16km from Margate · 5 units · Glamping

Glamping in the Kent countryside, close to the coast – with an optional butler catering service

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Wifi

from

£235

/ night

Stone Pit Meadows

16. Stone Pit Meadows

100%

(8)

68km from Margate · 5 units · Glamping

Bell tent and shepherd's hut glamping in a wild and luscious space, 5 minutes from Bodiam Castle.

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Campfires

from

£113

/ night

Greenhill Glamping

17. Greenhill Glamping

100%

(31)

31km from Margate · 2 units · Glamping

Impeccably restored huts from the late 19th-century, kitted out for couples with king-sized beds, wood-burning stoves and views over the Kent Downs

Pets

Showers

Campfires

from

£160

/ night

Unique Shepherds Huts on a Vineyard

18. Unique Shepherds Huts on a Vineyard

100%

(21)

56km from Margate · 2 units · Glamping

Luxury shepherds huts near the Essex coast, with beautiful, watery surroundings and a wonderfully private setting

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Cooking equipment

from

£130

/ night

Canterbury Lodges and Glamping

19. Canterbury Lodges and Glamping

100%

(2)

20km from Margate · 2 units · Glamping

Glamping with private facilities near Canterbury

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Hot Tub

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£85

/ night

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Claire

October 2025

With kids

1 night at Canterbury Lodges and Glamping

My son and I had an amazing time at Angela's Shepherds hut. It was so cosy and a lovely adventure for us. Having the hot tub made it even better. There was a heater, thank goodness 😁 and all the amenities we needed. Angela was so welcoming too. We will be going back.

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Ben

September 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Serenity Lakes

The shepherd hut was clean and very comfortable. The location was peaceful and we had some amazing sunsets and rises. The wood fired hot tub was great as was the wood fire BBQ which was super easy to use and made the food taste great. We had a fantastic 2 nights and can’t wait to go back.

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daniel

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Hastingford Fishery Glamping

A wonderful host, a stunning view, birds everywhere, my first view of a kingfisher in my 56 years of life, every comfort and a lovely lake just in front with a whole assortment of ducks. Just wonderful.

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Lydia

August 2025

2 nights at Plum Camping in May Tree Orchard

This was a wonderful place - a really idyllic setting and superb shepherd’s hut. Super cosy with its own secluded area and kitchen with everything you need. The orchard is beautiful, Natasha and Nick have done amazing job in making this a really special place. One of our favourite ever UK stays!

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Penelope

August 2025

Weekend Trip to Plum Camping in May Tree Orchard

My partner and I had the most amazing one night stay here (wish we had longer) at Plum Farm, surrounded by nature and wonderful peace and quiet. We had a lovely welcome from Natasha and Tim who are super attentive lovely people. We enjoyed using the firepit to cook our dinner on, we brought most of our own utensils but its all there for you to use if needed. Was great to have running water and the gas hob to use too - Love an outdoors kitchen! Also loved the home grown, hand picked flowers that were there for us too., we were also very lucky to be given a bottle of Apple juice from the apples grown on the Orchard, definitely recommend buying a bottle if there's any available. The shepherds hut was cosy and accommodating, was great to have the black out blinds which was a pleasant surprise, had a great night sleep. I would love to come back next year. Thank you both for having us :)

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Anna

August 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Hastingford Fishery Glamping

Stunning location! The view was fantastic and there was some lovely walking routes around to local landmarks and pubs. The hut was great, plenty of storage and well equipped with everything you need.

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Lore

August 2025

Weekend Trip to Hastingford Fishery Glamping

Amazing shepherds hut with outstanding views of the surrounding area and lake. The hut itself was immaculately clean and has all you need within. Mark and Geraldine are really lovely! So helpful and kind. We will definitely be returning!

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Lucy

July 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Plum Camping in May Tree Orchard

We only stayed at Plum Camping for 1 night, but it was such a wonderful place that it felt like we were there a week! Natasha & Nick were fabulous people who made us feel at home the minute we got there. Nothing was too much bother, and we loved being in our shepherds hut amongst the fruit trees and carefully considered garden. It was peaceful and private whilst feeling like there is a small community of people doing a good thing down there. I would definitely recommend this for anyone who feels like they need a break from the rat race for a night or two. Our shepherds hut was perfectly cosy & in proportion with a super comfy double bed & futon with windows opening on all side so you can wake up in nature. There was a fully equipped outdoor kitchen with your own washing facilities and stove but we ended up walking to the pub for dinner as we didn’t have the energy for that! Natasha helped us out when we got lost on a walk and provided maps & WhatsApp directions which were helpful to city folk like us! We left with a bag full of plums and a happy heart!

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Anwen

July 2025

Weekend Trip to Stone Pit Meadows

We loved our stay in Southdown shepherd hut. Was extremely well equipped with everything you could possibly think of for a couple of nights. Including firewood, lighters and marshmallows! Thoroughly recommend the breakfast hamper add on - with delicious modifications as one of us is a veggie. The campsite is great - beautiful surroundings with a lovely little swimming hole (wild and a bit weedy but refreshing) You can see the other tents/ hut and kids playing etc but it didn’t feel noisy or crowded at all. The location is very peaceful and rural - a good 30+ minutes walk to the local pub, but there is off road paths to get there. And it’s close to lots of attractions by car - chapel down winery, the coast etc. There’s lots more exploring to do in this area and when we come back we’d love to stay at Stoneput meadows!

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Alexandra

July 2025

Weekend Trip to Hastingford Fishery Glamping

Carp's hut is absolutely stunning , located in a beautiful and hidden area, offering you the privacy you need to disconnect from the city and connect to the nature. We loved watching the birds , and feeding the ducks and geese . The stunning fishing lake has been a plus and we have enjoyed every moment on the balcony. The host have offered us a welcome pack and have made us feel very welcomed. Thank you Mark and Geraldine for having us , will definitely return at some point.

Ellis

July 2025

Weekend Trip to Fleets Paddock Glamping & Camping

We had an amazing stay at the Dandelion! Amazing quiet field with beautiful sounds of nature, great facilities, plenty to do. Alexandra’s Fleets paddock is brilliant and would highly recommend. The outdoor hot showers, clean toilets, taps made it such an easy stay. Thank you!!!

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Alexandra

May 2025

2 nights at Serenity Lakes

Loved our little glamping adventure to Serenity Lakes! The huts have everything you need, from cutlery to microwave and towels and even UNO playing cards. Everything is really well signposted aned explained in the welcome brochure in the hut. Absolute highlights wad obviously the wood-fired hot tub 💞 but also the beautiful sunsets on the lake!

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Melissa

May 2025

Weekend Trip to Hastingford Fishery Glamping

On arrival, we were warmly welcomed by Mark, Geraldine's brother, who gave us directions to our hut (Perch). He followed us up, and made sure we knew where everything was in the hut, he had the fridge stocked with fresh milk, eggs, fruit juice, there was tea, coffee, sugar, even ketchup! Cooking oil... Tinfoil.... Everything we needed was there! The whole hut was beautiful clean and neat, and everything was very well thought of and planned out. The views were beautiful, no sound of passing traffic, lots of bird life, and the hut felt very private. My partner and I fished into the late evening and started early 5h30am the next morning. Mark came to our hut as agreed 10am punctually to deliver warm crispy croissants and bread rolls, with an assortment of jams and honey, we felt so spoilt! We felt the safety of knowing our hosts were nearby, with such kind hearts and warm smiles, ready to assist or help us in any way, but never on top of us. We broke a Champaign flute, and they replaced it right away. We ordered beef burger patties, sausages and bacon, a bbq charcoal pack and firewood to sit around the outside fire under the stars one night. The meat was so delicious we ordered more to take away with us. The fishing was great, we caught loads of fish. We could sit anywhere around either of the two fishing lakes. The farm is huge and we were welcome to walk the grounds and possibly see some deer. The hut was lovely and warm on arrival with the heater on. Definitely will be back.

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Denre

March 2025

Weekend Trip to The Big Green Shepherds Hut

Very nice spot! Slept well in a very comfy bed! Would have preferred an outside toilet to be honest but we still had a great time. Thanks!

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Rhian

December 2024

Weekend Trip to Foot of the Downs

Fantastic stay at the shepherds hut. Had everything we needed, comfy bed, hot shower and beautiful scenery. We went for lovely local walks and befriended the local pub. Will definitely be back. Angela and her husband were very accommodating as well. Great communication and friendly. Would definitely recommend

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Joanne

November 2024

Weekend Trip to Greenhill Glamping

We were so delighted by our stay at the Ploughman's. The interior is a testimony to true craftsmanship, with so many exquisite, authentic details. The view of the green hills, horses and sheep calmly munching away in the distance gave a feeling of timelessness. The log fire was warm and cosy and the bed is extremely comfy. Total peace and relaxation! Many thanks for such a deeply restful stay.

Happy farmer sitting in a truck in a grassy field

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