Campsites with swimming near Whitstable

What’s not to love about Whitstable? It’s one of the closest beaches to London, is famed for its oysters, and has both a picturesque harbour and a quirky high street.

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1 night at Small Meadow Farm

This spot was fantastic! We had a great time and saw a great sunset. Everything was well planned with a fire pit and hammocks available. Anna also offered us some wood which was super useful. Will definitely come again.

Weekend Trip to Holistic Woods Campsite WILD

Would highly recommend this camp site! It gives a full nature experience!

3 nights at Holistic Woods Campsite WILD

Fabulous back to basics site with plenty of space and wide choice of pitches from the depths of the forest to open spaces with fire pits.. Plenty of walks from the site including the Sandling Way. Staff were friendly and helpful.

Weekend Trip to Holistic Woods Campsite WILD

Amazing surroundings inside the forest area. I’d definitely visit again however the toilet situation is underwhelming. Probably would not come back till they sort that out. Highly recommended!

Weekend Trip to Holistic Woods Campsite WILD

We had an amazing time at this campsite. It was incredibly relaxing and hassle-free. The site is quite basic, which was perfect for us because it felt like we were wild camping with just a few basic amenities. There are numerous camping options, as you can pitch your tent pretty much anywhere you want, and there’s ample space, so you don’t feel cramped among other campers. The facilities are minimal, but they’re all well-maintained. Everyone working there was helpful and friendly. We’ll definitely be returning!

Weekend Trip to Holistic Woods Campsite WILD

The best camp site I have been too, the host Sam was super friendly and the fully wild camping in the Forrest was absolutely stunning, super peaceful and very clean facilities. I will definitely be coming back to this site.

Valerie

3 weeks ago

Weekend Trip to Elham Treehouse

We had a wonderful stay at the cabin over the Easter holiday. It was warm, cosy, and tastefully decorated,.There’s a BBQ area outside so we had a lovely BBQ. Mark was incredibly nice. he brought us fresh bread every morning, which was absolutely delicious! When it was time to leave, he even gave us a lift to Canterbury. Such a thoughtful gesture. Overall, it was a fantastic experience and I’d highly recommend it to everyone!

3 nights at Holistic Woods Campsite WILD

Beautiful woodland back to basics camp, was the only person there so really felt like I was wild camping. Toilets are a couple of portaloos which is fine, and there’s a water tap. Wood was somewhat expensive but not a massive issue. Great place to hammock camp! My only real downside is that it’s quite close to a road which is fairly active so you get the noise from that. Being from London I dont mind that so much however. Would camp again!

2 nights at Holistic Woods Campsite WILD

I had a great experience camping in Holistic Wood Camping. It really felt wild camping. As a fan of wild camping, it is a perfect place. There are plenty of hiking routes where you can see old trees and forests. Sam was very helpful and informative who you can talk about various topics.

Weekend Trip to Southwood Park Estate

Really enjoyable stay. Best kid friendly camping I’ve been on and lots of great facilities. Would highly recommend. Great things to do nearby.

2 nights at Holistic Woods Campsite WILD

I really liked the simplicity of this camp site. Everything was clean and even the basic facilities were decent. Didn’t need the water but good to know it’s there. There’s a shower block being built which will be a good addition. Once you arrive you can pitch up wherever you like. There’s a meadow or the woods. We pitched up in the woods, had a slab delivered to protect the ground and off we went with our fire. We were met by Sam when we arrived, lovely bloke and then hardly saw another person for the 2 nights we stayed and were left completely alone which was awesome! Theres lots of spaces in the woods to pitch up and it really did feel close to wild camping. There’s plenty to do all within 30 minutes of the camp site including beaches and plenty of shops close by if you drive. Some people have commented about the road noise, which you can hear but it’s not really a drama, after about 9pm and before 8am there’s hardly any traffic, absolutely not a deal breaker. Overall we enjoyed our stay and would definitely stay here again.

2 nights at Holistic Woods Campsite WILD

Absolutely wonderful place to camp, the relaxed nature of the host and being allowed to pitch more or less where you’d like really adds that wild factor for anyone looking for a bit more of an off road experience. Really good location in terms of shops not too far away and some beautiful walks nearby. Would definitely return

Weekend Trip to Holistic Woods Campsite WILD

Really beautiful campsite in a lovely area! Everyone there was really helpful!

Arun

March 2025

1 night at Elham Treehouse

Went for a weekend with my partner and it was really fantastic. you really feel isolated while town is just a short (ish) walk away with a great restaurant. the property is superbly well kept and Mark is a great host, always looking out for us. The treehouse itself is very cosy for two and stocked with board games, books, and binoculars which was a detail we loved. There is also a amazing loaf of bread which we were sent in the morning. when I say amazing loaf of bread, I mean a big block that smells like a bakery all on its own both my partner and I were singing its praises for hours on the train home. highly reccomend.

Weekend Trip to Holistic Woods Campsite WILD

It was a pleasure to stay at the holistic campsite. To camp inside a forest is a rare treat. With the bonus of fire pits to use outside the edge also. Sam was a great host. He was very welcoming and informative. I look forward to camping in the warmer weather and hopeful to bring the family too when the shower block is completed.

1 night at Holistic Woods Campsite WILD

Loved it here. Stayed for 2 nights. Really nice way of camping. Back to basics. 2 choices, in the woods or on the open heathland. No pitches just choose a spot. Spent 2 nights under the stars with a fire going. Perfect. Sam is very friendly and helpful. He will even deliver you some seasoned wood for the fire for a small fee which helps the cause so highly recommend that. A really good idea they have going on so will definitely be back.

1 night at Holistic Woods Campsite WILD

Great camping spot! We were the only people there but Sam was very helpful. Great to be able to camp within the trees.

rowan

February 2025

2 nights at Elham Treehouse

We absolutely loved our trip! Wonderful scenery and mark is a brilliant host. The cabin itself was beautiful and cozy, not a bad word to say about anything. If you’re considering it as an option I’d thoroughly recommend you go for it :)

Thib

February 2025

Weekend Trip to Elham Treehouse

Amazing weekend away from London, the warm bread in the morning, the board games inside and the fireplace we loved it!

Weekend Trip to Holistic Woods Campsite WILD

Back to nature! Hard to find a decent woodland to camp, this one's not huge, but it's peaceful and secluded. And the moblie loo was clean. My two pooches had a blast running around.

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Hastingford Fishery Glamping

4 units · Glamping32 acres · Uckfield, England

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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Nelson Park Riding Centre

3 units · Glamping20 acres · Margate, England

Glamping with a view of the horses in Thanet's largest riding centre.

Firs Glamping

5 units · Glamping1 acre · Southwold, Suffolk, East Anglia

Our small site of 5 spacious bell tents is the perfect spot for a romantic couples retreat, or a relaxed family holiday in this unspoilt village, just 4 miles from the coastal town of Southwold. Nestled between the stunning nature spots of Dunwich, RSPB Minsmere and the Norfolk Broads, you couldn’t be better placed to explore the peaceful Suffolk countryside. Just throw open the doors of your bell tent to enjoy a beautiful view of the rolling fields, right from the comfort of your luxurious double bed and goose down duvet.

Sunnyside Campsite

1 unit · Glamping1 acre · Suffolk, East Anglia

Easy camping on a small site in Suffolk

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Thompson Hall Retreat

6 units · Glamping1 acre · Thompson, England

An adult-only shepherds hut retreat in the Norfolk Brecks, with a luxurious outdoor spa area.

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Holistic Woods Campsite WILD

47 units · Motorhomes, Tents20 acres · Woodbridge, England

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

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Whitlingham Broad Campsite

72 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents5 acres · Norfolk, East Anglia

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

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Pigs in Blankets

26 units · Glamping, Tents8 acres · Southwold, Suffolk, East Anglia

A campfire-friendly country campsite on a farm in walking distance of seaside Southwold

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Tomkins Farm

42 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents15 acres · North Chailey, England

Relaxed camping beside a lake on an East Sussex farm, with alpacas, llamas, and camels

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Small Meadow Farm

3 units · Motorhomes, Tents4 acres · Fairlight, England

This low-impact, off-grid campsite is set within a working permaculture fruit and herb farm, with a small flock of sheep that are helping restore a wildflower meadow. There is a strip of woodland at the top of my field where you can escape summer heat under the trees and put up hammocks or hammock tents. I am offering only two pitches at any one time (up to 6 people per pitch). Each pitch has their own fire pit at the top of the field near the woodland, with camping lower on the slope nearer to shower unit and compost toilet. Each pitch also has its own compost toilet tent in the woodland, near the fire. Should the weather be uncertain there is the option of renting the group tent in addition to fire and camping areas, the group tent has a yoga deck/ flat outside area and can be used for sleeping or hanging out. Up on the top field we can open the horsebox as a field shelter/ field kitchen at a small extra cost, great for keeping food and camp cookers in when your are off exploring the beaches and surrounds. There are stunning far-reaching views form the fire pits and even more stunning views of Rye Bay, a short walk away on Mountain Field or at the Balehouse -which is the info centre and cafe of the Hastings Country park. Nature and the species I'm surrounded by are paramount, such as butterflies, wildflowers and birds. The whole site is full of birdsong, especially up near the woodland by the fire pits. At night you get clear views of the stars and my favourite thing is to wake up in the morning in the summer, seeing the dew on the grass, connecting with natural peacefulness and first rays of sun. In May the woodland and field are covered in bluebells and the blossom in the permaculture orchard is astounding. Do bring a yoga mat at stretch first thing on the yoga deck! Please Note: This is a working farm so farmer and woofer(s) are on site, in areas that are not part of the camping facilities. Exclusive use refers to campsite areas not the entire farm. New option for 2024, exclusive rental of campsite area, £250 for up to 10 people, 5 extras at extra £20 a night! Why not meet friends and family on the field and enjoy the scenery over a fire, BBQ or giant cook out/ picnic. It's a very peaceful and natural spot, yet only 10 minutes drive away from the Old Town in Hastings with all the music, people and festivals that go on. It really is the best of both worlds and I'm happy to share it!

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Earth Camp

33 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents4 acres · Lewes, East Sussex, South East England

We are a small, family run, eco-friendly campsite in Chailey, set in a peaceful pocket of Sussex countryside. Our uniqueness includes therapies offered on site, including massage, reiki and pellowah; our classes run on site, including yoga, and gong baths; the wide range of outdoor games we can provide; and our commitment to making your camping experience as pleasurable as possible. We also have a fantastic wood-fired sauna all day on Saturdays, a delicious pizza oven on Saturday evenings, and a coffee truck on weekend mornings! We allow campfires and dogs, and for those who seek a little luxury in camping, we have spacious hot showers. We also have a number of beautiful Bell Tents available to hire, which we will put up for you prior to your arrival (min 2 nights). Look our for our special weekends, including Star Parties, Yoga Retreats, Singing Circles and Wellness Weekends. We also have delicious wood-fired pizzas on Saturday evenings, and an artisan coffee trucks with superb pastries on weekend mornings 8-10am.

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Battle Pods & Bells

10 units · Glamping3 acres · Battle, England

Off grid bell tents and pods in a woodland just outside Battle

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Southwood Park Estate

12 units · Glamping4 acres · Chichester , England

Southwood park estate is a beautifully manicured and peaceful destination for those who want to get back to nature and still have all of the home comforts that they are used to. We are at the foot of the South Downs, and only 8 minutes drive from Chichester and the Good Wood Estate We are family and pet friendly site. All bookings come with cooked breakfasts for each guest per day as well as a large log / lighters pack for each day!

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Pett Camping

50 units · Tents11 acres · Rye, East Sussex, South East England

Back-to-basics camping on an East Sussex farm less than a mile from the beach

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Camping with a festival spirit

32 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents25 acres · Bedfordshire, England

A pop-up campsite on the banks of the River Great Ouse, with workshops, music, good food and a festival vibe

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Little Thakeham Farm

15 units · Motorhomes, Tents8 acres · West Sussex, South East England

Almost wild camping in rural Sussex, with campfires, good footpaths and a pub within 15 minutes' walk

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Finchingfield Lavender & Camping

9 units · Motorhomes, Tents9 acres · Finchingfield, England

Luxury camping and glamping pitches within a wildflower meadow. Private loo per pitch, fire pit with BBQ Grill & a picnic bench. Our North Essex hideaway is perfect for a country retreat under the stars. Just over an hour away from London, located in a rural setting outside the chocolate box village of Finchingfield with tea rooms and three great independent pubs. We are a micro Lavender farm home to 3.5 kms of hand planted Lavandula × intermedia 'Lavender Grosso'. Our campers and glampers have unlimited access to our lavender field which overlooks rolling fields and sunset views, perfect for a relaxing evening amongst the purple blooms

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Campsites with swimming near Whitstable guide

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Welcome to Hipcamp! If you're looking for camping options near Whitstable, England with swimming, you're in luck. We have over 1100 options available for you to choose from. Whether you're a seasoned camper or new to the game, you're sure to find the perfect spot. Want to know what others think? Check out our top campsites near Whitstable, England with swimming: Whitlingham Broad Campsite (37 reviews), Tomkins Farm (34 reviews), and Four Winds Camping and Canoeing (31 reviews). With facilities like potable water, pet-friendly sites, and showers, your camping experience will be comfortable and convenient. Plus, you can enjoy popular activities like snow sports, hiking, and biking. So pack your swimsuit and get ready for an unforgettable camping adventure near Whitstable, England!