- Wye National Nature Reserve
Luxury caravan parks in Wye National Nature Reserve
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Top-rated campgrounds
98% (104)
Top-rated campgrounds
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sam
August 2025
Tent
We had a lovely stay, the campsite was beautiful and had everything we needed! The facilities are great, and the bucket showers were a lot of fun (as well as the nice hot showers next to them!).
There was lots of space between the tents so you felt like you had your own area, and the surrounding area was great to go for a walk or drive to some lovely beaches.
Maria & Raf were lovely and welcoming - we will definitely be back next year :)
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Victoria
August 2025
Tent
With pets
Lovely campsite, loads of space for kids to roam, beautiful views over the valley, great facilities - the compost toilets, showers and washing up area were all clean and well maintained. Maria and Raf were delightful and super chilled about, for example, another family joining us one evening for a bbq. Would definitely go back.
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alison
August 2025
Tent
Group trip
Great simple site, fires great view. Some nice touches since last year, flowers in washing areas, ‘tooth brushing and new washing up area. A ‘laybys’
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David
August 2025
3 m Class B
Absolutely perfect
From the moment we got to the site to the moment we left!
Everything was so clean and perfectly organised! We will 100% be back this year and next
Daveeeeeeee & Simone with an E
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Lewis
August 2025
Tent
Group trip
I loved camping here at Fontmills, very friendly owners/staff, super helpful & welcoming. Very clean facilities with warm showers on site. Couldn’t recommend this campsite enough! Amazing!
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Claire
July 2025
Weekend Trip to Dernwood Farm Wild Camping
Lovely campsite with very comfortable bell tents. Amanda and her team are very friendly and accommodating. We will definitely be back!
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Rebecca
July 2025
Tent
Perfect location next to the cuckoo trail. Beautiful sunsets over the fields. Clean and well maintained toilets and showers. Friendly owners.
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Jonathan
June 2025
Tent
With kids
If you can get a space up towards the pond or bottom as you come into the gates, you are close to the toilets - otherwise it is short (5ish mins) walk with kids. A lot of space, although it was busy on our night - so we had to pitch up next to some one - so an extra area would be good.
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Sinan
June 2025
Tent
With pets
Clean facilities, plenty of space for privacy, firewood available and really friendly/helpful staff. Would happily come again.
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Carlie
June 2025
6 m Class B
With kids
We had a fabulous time at Fontmills. Beautiful site, lovely clean facilities, super lovely hosts and the cutest little animals. We’ll be back for sure!
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Luxury caravan parks in Wye National Nature Reserve guide
Notable campgrounds
- Best for country views: The Sunny Field has off-grid tent pitches, campervan sites, and glamping in bell tents, amid miles of open countryside. It’s a 10-minute drive from the reserve.
- Best for budget campers: Flying Horse Inn is a country pub just west of the reserve and offers free overnight campervan parking for evening diners.
- Best for escaping the crowds: Sunnyside Farm has plenty of grass and hardstanding pitches, optional electric hook-ups, and tranquil surroundings. It’s a 20-min drive away.
Tips for snagging a campsite
- Kent Downs campsites and caravan sites can book up quickly, especially in July and August, and during school holidays. Plan up to six months in advance for popular sites or those with limited pitching.
- You will need to pay a deposit to secure your campsite reservation; some sites ask for the full payment in advance.
- Be sure to check seasonal opening and closing dates. Many campsites open from March through October, while others stay open year-round.
When to go
The most pleasant weather for camping is from April through September, and this is the main hiking season in the Kent Downs. Wildflowers bloom throughout this period, but come in late spring to admire them at their most colourful. Sites like the Devil’s Kneading Trough fill up with day-trippers throughout July and August, so make an early start to get a jump on the crowds or opt for a weekday visit in the off-season to enjoy the view to yourself.
Know before you go
- Wye National Nature Reserve is located in the Kent Downs AONB, about a 20-minute drive from Ashford. Trains from London take about an hour to reach Wye train station, just 2 miles from the reserve.
- Free parking is available at the Wye Nature Reserve car park along Coldharbour Lane.
- Camping is not possible in the reserve itself, and wild camping is not permitted throughout the Kent Downs AONB.
- The reserve has a restaurant, but for public restrooms or to purchase picnic supplies, head to Wye village.