Hoad Meadow Alpaca Retreat
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- Family-run and dog-friendly sustainable retreat in the Kent Downs
- A 15-minute drive from Folkestone and 25 minutes from Canterbury
- Hand-feed alpacas, goats and other animals; pub and shop nearby
Site type
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Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Dogs are not allowed if you are staying in the accommodation units.
- No cars/motorbikes by the pitch/unit. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
- Swimming in the lake is not allowed.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Fri, 11 Apr to
Pitch types & availability
Non-electric grass tent pitch
5 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 4.0m width x 4.0m depth (13.1ft width x 13.1ft depth) Calculated area: 16.0m² (172.2ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £25 1 night, 2 adults
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Bell tent (five person)
5 people maximum 
No dogs allowed 
Wifi at the unit/pitch Dimensions: 6.0m width x 6.0m length (19.7ft width x 19.7ft length) Calculated area: 36.0m² (387.5ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £125 1 night, 2 adults
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Bell tent (four person)
4 people maximum No dogs allowed Wifi at the unit/pitch Dimensions: 5.0m width x 5.0m length (16.4ft width x 16.4ft length) Calculated area: 25.0m² (269.1ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £125 1 night, 2 adults
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Shepherd's hut
4 people maximum No dogs allowed Wifi at the unit/pitch Dimensions: 5.0m width x 3.0m length (16.4ft width x 9.8ft length) Calculated area: 15.0m² (161.5ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £125 1 night, 2 adults
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Reviews
Voted 74% of visitors View breakdown
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Grass site with compost toilet. Easy access. Just as described. Friendly…
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Liked: Grass site with compost toilet. Easy access. Just as described.
Friendly host.
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Lovely peaceful campsite Animals on site Fairy lights round a man made…
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Liked: Lovely peaceful campsite
Animals on site
Fairy lights round a man made duck pond
Friendly staff
Disliked: Toilets - not for me!
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Lovely campsite, would recommend for a short weekend break!
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Liked: We camped as a family.of 12, the campsite was lovely, had a little play area, not much in the playbarea BUT the children loved it!! The alpacas was the highlight of the children's time here! They also loved the goats and the pond!! We would definitely return again for a short trip!
Disliked: The toilets were compost, which indodnt really like, but they worked and fulfilled there purpose! The showers could be a bit more insulated as you e ded up showering with all.the slugs and snails! Bit it was still clean enough.
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Site was lovely and friendly
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Liked: Loved this little campsite the kids enjoyed the freedom and the animals there's a little park area that the kids really enjoyed , everyone was very friendly
Disliked: We brought from the pizzaeria but i wouldnt recommend its over priced the pizza is tiny and the chips portion is small aswell
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Calm atmosphere, pizzeria, animals.…
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Liked: Calm atmosphere, pizzeria, animals.
Disliked: Toilets (not cleaned often enough).
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Very nice location ..we had a great time. The owners were really nice…
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Liked: Very nice location ..we had a great time.
The owners were really nice and friendly
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Easy to locate - not far from the garden centre and short…
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Liked: Easy to locate - not far from the garden centre and short drive to the town shops. Very secure access and CCTV monitored - hosts were onsite and approachable. Freedom to choose where we set up. The animals seemed well cared for - We were worried it would smell on a hot day but it didn't. We ordered chips from the Pizzeria, they were so tasty! They also sell Alpaca candles which was a cute touch.
Appreciated the hot water for washing up and well ordered recycling area.
Disliked: Totally respect their ambition to be as green as possible with the toilets but they weren't pleasant to use. Some adjustment to the set up could improve this. I'm short so it was tricky to get on to the seat. There are foot steps to help with this but as they are stored directly underneath they didn't seem hygienic to handle.
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Friendly staff , basic facilities
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Liked: We really had a great time. We felt safe and the kids had a lot a space to play .
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Amazing Campsite. The staff where so friendly and accommodating. The food was…
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Liked: Amazing Campsite. The staff where so friendly and accommodating.
The food was really good and well priced. We had a pizza.
The Animals were also really fun too they had lots there.
Really fun and something different to your usually campsite.
Disliked: Nothing To dislike.
As it is a farm the animals can be loud but we thought it made the experience a lot better. Just would recommend staying here if you want it to be really quiet.
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Liked: The way the camping is laid out and you can choose where to pitch up. Nice open place .Very helpful and friendly owners always there for you on site.
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Features
Pop-up campsite
Dogs allowed
Campfires allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearbyType
Farm Pop-up campsite Small (11-25 pitches)Nearby leisure
Cycling nearbyLocation
Hoad Meadow Alpaca Retreat
Hoad Meadow
Hoad Road
Dover
Kent
England
CT15 7HS
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
51.14511°N
1.16437°W
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail
Ferry
AirportPlease note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Folkestone | 4.5 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Sandgate | 5.5 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Hythe | 6.6 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| St Margaret`S Bay | 9.6 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Dymchurch | 11.1 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Romney Hythe & Dymchurch Railway 6.5 mi
Roman Painted House 6.5 mi
Dover Castle 6.8 mi
White Cliffs of Dover 7.6 mi
Howletts Wild Animal Park 8.5 mi
National Trust
The White Cliffs of Dover 7.6 mi
South Foreland Lighthouse 9 mi
Smallhythe Place 21.5 mi
Lamb House 23.1 mi
Sissinghurst Castle Garden 25.7 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Cheriton Hill 3.2 mi
BROOME PARK 3.3 mi
Kearsney Court 4.5 mi
WALDERSHARE PARK 5.4 mi
SANDLING PARK 6.2 mi
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Offers
Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details
Nearest sites
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Hoad Meadow Alpaca Retreat have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Hoad Meadow Alpaca Retreat dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Hoad Meadow Alpaca Retreat? Creative, historic, attractive… There are many adjectives that can be given to the city of Canterbury (25 minutes’ drive). Its historic highlights include the grand Canterbury Cathedral, Roman walls and timber houses, … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Hoad Meadow Alpaca Retreat?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 12 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 2 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Hoad Meadow Alpaca Retreat? From £25 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.