Rankins Farm
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- Kent glamping pods on a former working farm in the village of Linton
- A 20-minute drive to Leeds Castle, and 25 minutes to Diggerland Kent
- Insulated units with private firepits; playground and pétanque on site
Tucked away in Linton, one of the smallest villages in Kent, the glamping pods at Rankins Farm sit on a 15-acre plot owned by the same family since 1963. At just an hour from central London, the site lends itself to easy getaways from the city to the Kent countryside and its many, many castles, wildlife parks and family attractions.
Any worries about the British weather can be forgotten as the smart wooden pods are well insulated, with underfloor heating to ensure maximum cosy comfort. They’re really spacious inside – almost Tardis-like, in fact – and each contains a double bed and sofa bed, an ensuite bathroom and a fitted kitchen with a fridge and mini-freezer, an electric hob and microwave.
Bedding is all provided, so all you need to bring with you are clothes and food, and you can arrange for supermarket deliveries straight to your pod for extra convenience.
As each pod is self-contained with its own private alfresco eating area and firepit, they are handy for romantic getaways or weekends with pals. Families should find plenty to keep kids amused too, as the site has an adventure playground, pétanque court and lots of space to run around in safety.
Site type
6
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- Group bookings of 12 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
- No cars/motorcycles at the site. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
- Guests are advised to bring a good quality flashlight with them as parts of the park are unlit.
- No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.
Languages spoken
English
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Features
No 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 Pétanque 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 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 No dogs allowedThemes
Peaceful Spectacular sceneryUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Farm Tiny (1-10 pitches)Nearby leisure
Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearbyLocation
Rankins Farm
Linton Hill
Linton
Maidstone
Kent
England
ME17 4AU
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
51.21073°N
0.51272°W
Route directions
What3words location: wheels.logs.clips
Nearest transport
Coach7.1 km King Street
7.1 km King Street
14.9 km The Chequers
Rail4.2 km Marden Rail Station
5.1 km Staplehurst Rail Station
5.3 km East Farleigh Rail Station
Ferry28 km Gravesend Pier
28.6 km Tilbury Ferry Terminal
44.2 km Woolwich Arsenal Pier
Airport36.1 km Biggin Hill Airport
41 km Lydd London Ashford Airport
42 km London Southend 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
History abounds in the country of Kent, with ancient castles liberally scattered across the countryside. First among equals is Leeds Castle (20 minutes’ drive), with its sumptuous interiors, zipwires and schedule of themed events, while Hever (50 minutes) has extensive water gardens to admire. Fans of all things military can also visit Dover Castle (an hour) and discover its secret World War II tunnels.
The kids may well object to all this exposure to history, but you can reward them with easy cycle trails through rare trees and Go Ape treetop challenges at Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest (25 minutes). Diggerland Kent (35 minutes) is another good bet for family days out, with mini tractors to drive, holes to dig and views over Rochester from the Diggerland Skyshuttle.
The animal-lovers among you should be content too, with rare leopards and cheetahs to spot at the Big Cat Sanctuary (20 minutes), and smaller fry in the shape of cheeky farm animals to pet at Buttercups Sanctuary For Goats (10 minutes). Port Lympne Safari Park (50 minutes) is also known for its conservation work, with endangered bears, rhinos and gorillas in spacious enclosures.
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sheerness | 31.1 km | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Minster Leas | 32 km | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Leysdown | 35.4 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Good | Excellent |
| Camber | 36.7 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Good |
| Winchelsea | 36.8 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Leeds Castle 9.3 km
Sissinghurst Castle Garden 11.5 km
Scotney Castle 15 km
Bedgebury National Pinetum & Forest 16.2 km
Ightham Mote 17.8 km
National Trust
Stoneacre 6.3 km
Sprivers Garden 11 km
Sissinghurst Castle Garden 12.2 km
Old Soar Manor 14.6 km
Scotney Castle 15.1 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
LINTON PARK 1.2 km
Linton - Boughton Monchelsea - Linton 1.5 km
BOUGHTON MONCHELSEA PLACE 2.2 km
MOTE PARK 6.5 km
LEEDS CASTLE 9.2 km
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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- Does Rankins Farm have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Rankins Farm dog friendly? No View all features
- What attractions are near Rankins Farm? History abounds in the country of Kent, with ancient castles liberally scattered across the countryside. First among equals is Leeds Castle (20 minutes’ drive), with its sumptuous interiors, zipwires and schedule of … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Rankins Farm?
Read moreOn-site accommodation Arrive: 3 p.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m.