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Primitive grass and earth tent campsite (woodland, wild)
From £30 (£30)
6 people maximum 
9.7/10
55 reviews Additional units require additional sites - quick book via 'Make another booking like this' after making your booking.
Site size
Unlimited
Ground type
Grass and earth
Suitable for
Tent, (Trailer tent not allowed)
Features
Bring a shelter tent 1 included, 1 max. Car 2 included, 2 max. Dog(s) allowed 0 included, 2 max.Other restrictions
Awnings not allowed
Gazebos not allowed
Car parking by site not allowed
Extras
| Dog (2 max) | £1 (£1) per night |
You will be able to choose extras on the booking page.
Availability
| Your booking From £30 (£30) | |
Based on 1 night, 2 adults | |
| 2 adults |
Choose your dates and party size to see pricing and availability.
Puddledock Woods Camping
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Reviews
97% would recommend this campground to a friend
97% would stay here again
What customers say
This woodland site offers a relaxed, "wild camping" vibe with spacious, secluded spots and fire pits. Guests loved the friendly, helpful owners and excellent, well-kept facilities like hot showers and a shop. While mostly peaceful, some noted neighboring noise and mosquitoes. A great base for local exploration.
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Marvelous place.…
Primitive grass and earth tent campsite (woodland, wild)
Liked Marvelous place.
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Wooded location is great, rope swings…
Primitive grass and earth tent campsite (wild)
Liked Wooded location is great, rope swings for kids and small shop to top up on extras.
Clean facilities and friendly staff.
Campfires allowed is great, and small site size is nice for community feeling. First time at camping for my 7 year old and was a hit!
Disliked Larger group allowed on site staying up until 2-3am drinking, laughing and talking, not very considerate for others (especially those with kids) late night noise / disruption levels not enforced or managed by staff.
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The owners were lovely and so…
Primitive grass and earth tent campsite (woodland, wild)
Liked The owners were lovely and so friendly and helpful, full of recommendations if you’re not sure where to go especially as we had a puppy. The pitches are spread out - so much space in between them and they have fire pits and picnic benches dotted around as well as swings.
The outdoor showers were great and better than expected. Toilets were clean and always stocked with toilet roll.
Make sure you grab a drink in the bar - local ciders are a must. Hot tap for washing up and a bowl and sponges etc were there.
Handy having a microwave, toaster, fridge and freezer.
We loved it so much that we stayed an extra night!
Local beach is a 15 min drive and it’s sandy with a lovely cafe and pub. As well as grove ferry where you can hire canoes etc
We will be back
Disliked Nothing
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Perfect little break away. Great facilities and…
Primitive grass and earth tent campsite (woodland, wild)
Liked Perfect little break away.
Great facilities and still feel secluded in the woods. Lots to do around with local beaches and sites to see. Highly recommend
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Stay here if you want to go to Kent. Even if you don’t, stay here.
Primitive grass and earth tent campsite (wild)
Liked Just fab. You could be anywhere. Don’t know what else to say but will certainly stay again. Hidden gem don’t tell anyone about it.
Disliked Washing machine and or dryer would be great.
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Great site with brilliant staff. It’s…
Primitive grass and earth tent campsite (woodland, wild)
Liked Great site with brilliant staff. It’s lovely to camp in the woods and just enjoy the atmosphere. The staff are incredibly helpful and sitting by the campfire at night is the best. We enjoyed it so much we’ve already been back for another visit!
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Friendly, welcoming environment. Lots of facilities…
Primitive grass and earth tent campsite (wild)
Liked Friendly, welcoming environment. Lots of facilities including toilets, a shower, a wetroom, a bar, sink for dishes and a shop. Facilities were well maintained. Wheelbarrows were supplied to take our things from the car, which was very useful and overall we really enjoyed our stay.
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Loved the location and amenities! friendly…
Primitive grass and earth tent campsite (woodland, wild)
Liked Loved the location and amenities! friendly staff and loads to explore around!
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Surrounded by beautiful countryside, excellent amenities…
Primitive grass and earth tent campsite (woodland, wild)
Liked Surrounded by beautiful countryside, excellent amenities (toilets, hot showers, shop, bar), quiet, fire pits and very friendly and helpful owner’s
Disliked Mosquitoes.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Likes the site,very good staff,peace and…
Primitive grass and earth tent campsite (woodland, wild)
Liked Likes the site,very good staff,peace and quite.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Features
Dogs allowed
Campfires allowed
Leisure on park
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis WatersportsAmenities on park
Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Scouts welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Budget/backpacker Forest Hikers’ paradise Peaceful Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Communal fridge Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transportation nearbyType
Small (11-25 sites)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Horseback riding nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Puddledock Woods Camping
Upstreet
Kent
England
CT3 4DP
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
51.32752°N
1.19758°E
Route directions
Nearest transport
Bus
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Herne Bay | 4.1 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Herne Bay Central | 4.6 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Minnis Bay, Birchington | 5.2 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| West Bay, Westgate | 7 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Tankerton | 7.1 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Howletts Wild Animal Park 4.7 mi
St Augustine's Abbey 5.9 mi
Canterbury Cathedral 6 mi
Canterbury Roman Museum 6 mi
West Gate Towers Museum 6.2 mi
National Trust
The White Cliffs of Dover 14.9 mi
South Foreland Lighthouse 15 mi
Stoneacre 27.3 mi
Smallhythe Place 29.4 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Grove Ferry - Stodmarsh - Wickhambreaux - Grove Ferry 0.6 mi
Canterbury Cathedral, St. Augustine's Abbey and St. Martin's Church Buffer Zone 5.8 mi
Canterbury Cathedral, St. Augustine's Abbey and St. Martin's Church 5.8 mi
GOODNESTONE PARK 6 mi
DANE JOHN GARDENS 6.3 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.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Puddledock Woods Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Puddledock Woods Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Puddledock Woods Camping? As well as being pretty, the area around the site is dotted with towns and cities worth perusing – from historic Canterbury to coastal Margate. Try the former to punt down the … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Puddledock Woods Camping?
Read moreRV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: 1 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 11:30 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Puddledock Woods Camping? From $40.36 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.