Puddledock Woods Camping

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Puddledock Woods Camping
Puddledock woods camping
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  • Quiet and rural park in the middle of a two-acre woodland
  • A 20-minute drive from Canterbury and 25 minutes from Margate
  • Barbecues, campfires and dogs allowed; walks straight from the site
Wander the waterways and woodlands of England’s south east from Puddledock Woods Camping, a peaceful wild camping site in two acres of woodland, behind a smallholding and workshop in lush countryside 20 minutes’ drive from Canterbury. Public walks aplenty are around this no-frills site, whether you’d rather amble on pathways through the surrounding trees or towards a particular destination like a Georgian-era inn a 20-minute walk away with its gorgeous setting on the River Stour. The square mile of reed beds, fens, ditches and wet grassland at Stodmarsh National Nature Reserve is also reachable within 20 minutes on foot (or a five-minute drive) for yet more rambling, and the coast is a 15-minute drive away. Whatever you opt for, dogs are welcome to join you at Puddledock Woods; barbecues and small campfires are permitted as well if you’re planning on appeasing the appetite alfresco. The site has indoor and outdoor hot showers, washing-up facilities and a utility room with a kettle, microwave, toaster and fridges (with a freezer compartment). As cars have their own special area slightly away from the site to keep the place as peaceful as possible, the staff at Puddledock Woods Camping can help transport your gear by wheelbarrow from the parking area (just ask for help in advance, using the details in your booking confirmation email).

Site type

Tent pitches 8
Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 3
Rent a tent 2
Open now
Opens 11 April
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Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, 11 Apr to

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2 adults
0 children

Reviews

9.6

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97% would recommend this site to a friend

97% would stay here again

What customers say

A chill woodland spot with big, private spots & fire pits. Owners are chuffed to bits, and facilities are tops (hot showers!). Some found it a bit noisy with mozzies, but it’s a decent base for exploring.

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Spacious secluded forest pitches with good facilities.

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katie h.

Non-electric grass and earth tent pitch (wild)

Liked The pitch areas are beautiful and there’s a lot of space to yourself. The facilities are excellent and exactly what I wanted. Really excellent gem of a place I hope to go back again. Very secluded. The hosts are lovely people.

Disliked Nothing really.

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Bethany S.

Non-electric grass and earth tent pitch (woodland, wild)

Liked Lovely campsite, if you’re looking for real wild camping vibes 100% recommend Puddledock! Beautiful grounds pitches are placed far apart so no tents on top of one another! Very peaceful and great for dogs!

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Lovely little spot. Nice and peaceful.…

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Lyod H.

Non-electric grass and earth tent pitch (woodland, wild)

Liked Lovely little spot. Nice and peaceful. Will definitely stay again. Reason I picked this site was because camp fires are allowed

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Fantastic.

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James P.

Non-electric grass and earth tent pitch (wild)

Liked Every pitch is unique. If you like truly rural rustic, cosy camping then this place is for you.

Disliked I just wish it was closer to me!!

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So much fun camping amongst the…

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Victoria P.

Non-electric grass and earth tent pitch (wild)

Liked So much fun camping amongst the trees and the stars. Was also impressed by the amenities nearby! Clean toilets, handy convenience store, and friendly staff.

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Puddledock was a beautiful location. Me…

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Noah F.

Non-electric grass and earth tent pitch (woodland, wild)

Liked Puddledock was a beautiful location. Me and a couple mates had a really nice trip with some lovely scenic walks nearby. The owner was very chilled out and welcoming which we liked. The facilities are also very unique which we liked. I would definitely come again and recommend to mates, family’s and couples.

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Absolutely brilliant location with the sea…

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Christina C.

Non-electric grass and earth tent pitch (woodland, wild)

Liked Absolutely brilliant location with the sea nearby as well as small towns. The site itself is beautiful with many photographic scenes who are cared for by the loveliest of people!

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Everyone we talked to staff wise very friendly

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Janet U.

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Liked Very quiet and calming

Disliked Minimal lighting, but that was our fault we hadn’t sorted out the lights before we came camping

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This a hidden gem lovely family…

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Claire D.

Non-electric grass and earth tent pitch (wild)

Liked This a hidden gem lovely family run business lovely location and very peaceful will definitely be returning again and again

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Marvelous place.…

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luciane v.

Non-electric grass and earth tent pitch (woodland, wild)

Liked Marvelous place.

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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 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

D. of E. 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

Budget/backpacker Forest Peaceful Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Communal fridge 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 Shop nearby

Type

Small (11-25 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Horse riding nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Watersports nearby

Location

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

The site is accessed by a track running alongside neighbouring Nethergong Camping which splits three ways at the end. To enter the park, bear right and follow the track past the Airstream caravan and pond to the end.

Nearest transport

Coach
7 km Bus Depot
7 km Bus Depot
9.2 km The Square
Rail
6 km Sturry Rail Station
6.9 km Herne Bay Rail Station
8.3 km Minster Rail Station
Ferry
15.1 km Ramsgate Ferry Terminal
24.2 km Dover Eastern Docks Ferry Terminal
24.8 km Dover Western Docks Ferry Terminal
Airport
11.4 km Kent International Airport
43.6 km London Southend Airport
45.4 km 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

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 Stour, roam the Roman walls and take Chaucer-themed tours towards the cathedral; the latter, meanwhile, is home to a sandy beach, the seafront Turner Contemporary gallery and a vintage fairground (25 minutes’ drive away). Even closer than Margate is Herne Bay (15 minutes): head here for salty walks beside the Reculver Towers and Roman Fort on Herne Bay, an old Anglo-Saxon monastery that nods to the region’s history as a dock for ships in the Roman era. Or follow the coast around to Botany Bay (half an hour from Puddledock Woods Camping) to hunt for fossils below the chalk-white cliffs. For very famed white cliffs, Dover (and its ferry ports for France) is a 40-minute drive, while Whitstable and its oysters are 25 minutes away in the other direction. If the kids are needing some solid entertainment, the creatures at Howletts Wild Animal Park and Wingham Wildlife Park are 20 and 15 minutes’ drive away respectively.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Herne Bay 6.6 km Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Herne Bay Central 7.4 km Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Minnis Bay, Birchington 8.4 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
West Bay, Westgate 11.2 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Tankerton 11.4 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Howletts Wild Animal Park 7.6 km

St Augustine's Abbey 9.4 km

Canterbury Cathedral 9.6 km

Canterbury Roman Museum 9.7 km

West Gate Towers Museum 9.9 km

National Trust

The White Cliffs of Dover 23.9 km

South Foreland Lighthouse 24.1 km

Stoneacre 44 km

Smallhythe Place 47.4 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Grove Ferry - Stodmarsh - Wickhambreaux - Grove Ferry 0.9 km

Canterbury Cathedral, St. Augustine's Abbey and St. Martin's Church Buffer Zone 9.3 km

Canterbury Cathedral, St. Augustine's Abbey and St. Martin's Church 9.3 km

GOODNESTONE PARK 9.6 km

DANE JOHN GARDENS 10.1 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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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?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  11:30 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Puddledock Woods Camping? From R712,73 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.