When can I check in and check out of Painters Farm Campsite?

Camping and touring Arrive: 1 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Depart by: 12 p.m. Read more

How much does it cost to stay at Painters Farm Campsite?

From £24.50 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.

Painters Farm Campsite

View prices & book Last booked 54 minutes ago 9.8 420 reviews

Dog-friendly cherry orchard site in the peaceful Kent Downs
Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, 25 minutes’ drive to Whitstable
Barbecues and campfires allowed; pub within two minutes’ walk

Plant yourself firmly in the cherry orchard at Painters Farm Campsite beside the village of Painters Forstal in Kent, where cherries aren’t the only thing blossoming. Previously owned by the same hands for over 50 years, the new owners have injected a new lease of life into this family-friendly and dog-friendly two-acre site… welcomed by barns adorned with fairy lights and the sweet shade from cherry trees, you’ll be well-situated to take in everything from chalk cliffs to wistful woodlands in the surrounding sloping Kent Downs, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Plus, go from grassy pitches into luscious sands, as the coastal town of Whitstable is within 25 minutes’ drive. Here, you can sample sunsets while eating oysters or head out to sea on a sailboat if you wish. The local area is certainly awash with things to do. Perhaps settle for a pint of local ale or a meal in the nearby Kentish pub, within two minutes’ stroll. You could head into Faversham (just a five minutes’ drive) for ice cream shops, cafés and pubs set in what was once a busy port in 17th-century England (famed for its wool trade). Here, walk its cutesy medieval street (one of the oldest in the country) or stock up on supplies from its supermarket within five minutes’ drive, ready for a light barbecue or campfire back on site. If you’re thirsty from the day’s jaunts, there’s also the country’s oldest family-owned brewery within 10 minutes’ drive and a large food hall with naturally scrumptious farm foods within the same distance.

Site type

Open now

Please note

Group bookings of 4 or more units (e.g. tent, touring caravan, motorhome or accommodation hire) travelling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
Twin axle vehicles are not permitted on site.
Bookings must not be for more than 28 consecutive nights.
No cars/motorbikes by the pitch/unit. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.
Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
The charging of electric vehicles is not permitted on site.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Sat, 1 Mar to Fri, 31 Oct 2025

Pitch types & availability

Non-electric grass pitch

6 people maximum

Wifi at the unit/pitch

Ground type: Grass

Pitch size: Max 5.0m width x 8.0m depth (16.4ft width x 26.2ft depth) Calculated area: 40.0m² (430.6ft²)

6 people maximum

Wifi at the unit/pitch

One Touring caravan or Campervan or Motorhome or Roof tent or Trailer tent or Tent allowed per pitch

Additional units require additional pitches - quick book via 'Make another booking like this' after making your booking.

Pitch size

Max 5.0m width x 8.0m depth (16.4ft width x 26.2ft depth) Calculated area: 40.0m² (430.6ft²)

Ground type

Grass

Twin-axle vehicles not accepted

Suitable for

Touring caravan, Campervan, Motorhome, Roof tent, Trailer tent, Tent

Features

Car 1 included, 2 max.

Dog(s) allowed 1 included, 2 max.

Chemical disposal point

Wifi at the unit/pitch

Extras

Additional dog (1 max)		£3 (£3) per night
Bring a gazebo (1 max)		£8 (£8) per night
Bring a pup tent (1 max)		£12 (£12) per night
Bring an awning (1 max)		£5 (£5) per night
Extra car (1 max)		£8 (£8) per night
First dog Free (1 max)		£0 (£0) per night
Large awning (1 max)		£12 (£12) per night
Large gazebo (1 max)		£12 (£12) per night

You will be able to choose extras on the booking page.

Arrival days

From £24.50 (£24.50) 1 night, 2 adults

View prices & book

Electric grass pitch

6 people maximum

Wifi at the unit/pitch

Ground type: Grass

Pitch size: Max 5.0m width x 8.0m depth (16.4ft width x 26.2ft depth) Calculated area: 40.0m² (430.6ft²)

6 people maximum

Wifi at the unit/pitch

One Touring caravan or Campervan or Motorhome or Roof tent or Trailer tent or Tent allowed per pitch

Additional units require additional pitches - quick book via 'Make another booking like this' after making your booking.

Pitch size

Max 5.0m width x 8.0m depth (16.4ft width x 26.2ft depth) Calculated area: 40.0m² (430.6ft²)

Ground type

Grass

Twin-axle vehicles accepted

Suitable for

Touring caravan, Campervan, Motorhome, Roof tent, Trailer tent, Tent

Features

Electric: 16 amp included

Car 1 included, 2 max.

Dog(s) allowed 1 included, 2 max.

Chemical disposal point

Wifi at the unit/pitch

Extras

Additional dog (1 max)		£3 (£3) per night
Bring a gazebo (1 max)		£8 (£8) per night
Bring a pup tent (1 max)		£12 (£12) per night
Bring an awning (1 max)		£5 (£5) per night
Extra car (1 max)		£8 (£8) per night
First dog Free (1 max)		£0 (£0) per night
Large awning (1 max)		£12 (£12) per night
Large gazebo (1 max)		£12 (£12) per night

You will be able to choose extras on the booking page.

Arrival days

From £31.50 (£31.50) 1 night, 2 adults

View prices & book

Reviews

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Excellent site

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Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Richard R. Apr 2025

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked: Well maintained campsite with cherry blossom trees. Very clean and modern facilities. Staff very helpful and friendly

Recommend to friends Visit again

This is a lovely campsite. The couple running it are very friendly…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Amanda M. Apr 2025

Electric grass pitch

Liked: This is a lovely campsite. The couple running it are very friendly and helpful and the facilities are very well maintained. My husband and I have no hesitation in recommending this site and we hope to go back again.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent site and fabulous hosts

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Debbi R. Apr 2025

Electric grass pitch

Liked: An absolutely stunning small campsite, made even more special at this time of the year as the blossom was brimming with colour on the cherry trees. Our hosts were lovely and the whole area remained clean and tidy at all times. I would definitely recommend a trip to stay here. Loads to do in the local area and further afield. Fantastic and huge field available to let dogs off for a good run.

Disliked: Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Friendly reception. A lovely warm couple. Lovely pitch under the cherry blossom.…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Alison C. Apr 2025

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked: Friendly reception. A lovely warm couple. Lovely pitch under the cherry blossom. Clean and well maintained toilet and shower block. Loved my stay.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Beautiful location - think we got lucky with the time of year…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	8
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Steve C. Apr 2025

Electric grass pitch

Liked: Beautiful location - think we got lucky with the time of year as all the trees had blossom, but can imagine it is just as pretty all year round! Has everything that you need, plenty of space and a nice pub literally a couple of minutes walk away. Showers and toilets all clean, friendly owners and really good location for visiting Canterbury and Dover.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Small an pretty site with a very friendly welcome. Great pub 2…

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Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	No rating

Phyl S. Apr 2025

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked: Small an pretty site with a very friendly welcome. Great pub 2 mins walk away and campfires allowed.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely site with a friendly welcome and beautiful surroundings.

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Sam D. Apr 2025

Electric grass pitch

Liked: Wonderful cherry blossom, warm welcome, clean facilities, hot water on demand, grass mowed short!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Perfect spot for a weekend, few days, or on route to France.

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Anonymous Apr 2025

Electric grass pitch

Liked: Painters Farm is a great set up in a great country location. The hosts are superb, friendly and always on hand should you need them.

Disliked: Nothing that I could think of.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely quiet location, with ample space between each pitch. Little shop on…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Zoe W. Apr 2025

Electric grass pitch

Liked: Lovely quiet location, with ample space between each pitch. Little shop on site with basics (milk, eggs etc.) Cherry blossom trees were in full bloom and they were stunning. Friendly staff. Good facilities, and lovely surrounding areas. Good flat pitches ideal for tents! We would definitely stay again!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Beautiful camping with friendly hosts

Overall	10/10
Location	8
Value for money	10
Accommodation	8
Facilities / Activities	8
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Anonymous Apr 2025

Electric grass pitch

Liked: A real ‘find.’ Camp was really well kept with a spacious feel bcz cars are left in car park (after unpacking). Beautiful blossom trees and flat ground. Very welcoming hosts which is not always to be found! Great free WiFi / so out tv worked ;). Many had hied fire-pits which made the evening lovely.
We re-booked!

Disliked: Nothing to note.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

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 Watersports

Amenities 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 Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Communal freezer Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby

Type

Farm Medium (26-50 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Painters Farm Campsite

Bayfield Road

Painters Forstal

Faversham

Kent

England

ME13 0EG

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

51.29506°N
0.85427°W

Route directions

The easiest approach to Painters Farm is from the A2; turn onto the Brogdale Road and then follow the campsite signs.

Nearest transport

Coach

9.9 mi Bus Station

10.1 mi Park Street

11 mi New Dover Road Park and Ride Terminal

Rail

2 mi Faversham Rail Station

3.3 mi Teynham Rail Station

4 mi Selling Rail Station

Ferry

17.9 mi Folkestone Eurotunnel Terminal

22.8 mi Burnham on Crouch Ferry Landing

22.8 mi Wallasea Island Ferry Landing

Airport

20 mi London Southend Airport

22.1 mi Kent International Airport

23.8 mi Lydd London Ashford Airport

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.

Local attractions

Canterbury (20 minutes’ drive) is calling…the town is riddled with UNESCO World Heritage Sites such as Canterbury Cathedral, St Augustine’s Abbey and the Church of St Martin. Pick out cute eateries or shops as a resting point as you work your way around its well-documented history. If the olden times excite your mind, Belmont House and Gardens (five minutes) are nearby, with a marvellous walled garden and traditional tea room. There are more bountiful gardens (and righteous insides) at Leeds Castle (25 minutes). Balance your outings with wildlife and a visit to the safari-style The Big Cat Sanctuary (35 minutes). Or perhaps look towards the red pandas and bears lurking at Wingham Wildlife Park (half an hour). Nature also runs fairly wild in the ancient woodlands at Blean Woods National Nature Reserve (half an hour). If you’re in search of more coastal towns, you won't have to look too far. Follow the coast past Herne Bay (25 minutes and a good stop for jet skiing, windsurfing and other watersports) and into the trendy town of Margate (40 minutes) for fish and chips stalls and seaside rides.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name	Distance	Type	2020	2019	2018	2017
Leysdown	7.8 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Good	Excellent
West Beach, Whitstable	7.9 mi	Sea	N/A	Good	Good	Good
Tankerton	9.6 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Minster Leas	9.8 mi	Estuary	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Sheerness	11 mi	Estuary	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Whitstable Museum and Art Gallery 8.5 mi

West Gate Towers Museum 9.6 mi

Canterbury Heritage Museum 9.7 mi

Ashford Designer Outlet 9.7 mi

Canterbury Tales 9.8 mi

National Trust

Stoneacre 12.4 mi

Sissinghurst Castle Garden 17.7 mi

Smallhythe Place 19 mi

Cobham Wood and Mausoleum 20.2 mi

Owletts 20.8 mi

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

BELMONT PARK 1.6 mi

LEES COURT 2.8 mi

DODDINGTON PLACE 3 mi

MOUNT EPHRAIM 4.7 mi

ELMLEY MARSHES (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 08/07/1998) 5.3 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.

Policies

Booking terms and conditions

Admission

At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.

Arrivals and departures

Late arrivals must notify the park as soon as possible. Your booking will be held for 24 hours. After this period the management reserves the right to relet your unit.
No refunds/discounts for inclement weather, late arrivals or early departures.

Changes to your holiday

Bookings cannot be amended within 14 day(s) of arrival.

Dogs

Dogs must be kept on leads and supervised at all times.

General

Bookings are nominative and non-transferable.
Bookings must not be for more than 28 consecutive nights.
In the event of a complaint, please speak to reception immediately. Complaints which are not brought to the management's attention during your stay cannot be dealt with once you have left the site.
Quiet hours must be respected between 10:30 p.m. and 7 a.m..
Radio, music and TV players must be kept at a low volume. Car doors and boots must be closed quietly.
The management reserves the right to deny access or terminate the stay of those guests whose behaviour is deemed unsuitable. No refunds will be offered.

Occupancy

Group bookings of 4 or more units (e.g. tent, touring caravan, motorhome or accommodation hire) travelling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.

Pitches

You must follow the management directives when pitching your tent/unit and related equipment.

Safety

Barbecues are permitted but must be raised off the ground and attended by an adult at all times.
Firearms are not permitted.
Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.

Vehicles

No cars/motorbikes by the pitch/unit. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
No vehicle movement between 10:30 p.m. and 7 a.m..
The charging of electric vehicles is not permitted on site.
Twin axle vehicles are not permitted on site.

Visitors

Visitors must leave the premises by 9 p.m..
Visitors must register at reception and pay their fee.

Payment terms

Offers

Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details

Nearest sites

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.

Frequently asked questions

Does Painters Farm Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
Is Painters Farm Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
What attractions are near Painters Farm Campsite? Canterbury (20 minutes’ drive) is calling…the town is riddled with UNESCO World Heritage Sites such as Canterbury Cathedral, St Augustine’s Abbey and the Church of St Martin. Pick out cute eateries or … Read more
When can I check in and check out of Painters Farm Campsite?

Camping and touring

Arrive: 1 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Depart by: 12 p.m.

Read more
How much does it cost to stay at Painters Farm Campsite? From £24.50 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.