Thames View Camping











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- Family-run eco-friendly site on the banks of the Thames
- A mile from East Tilbury village; 40 minutes' drive to Southend-on-Sea
- Next to a nature park and on the Thames Estuary Path
Site type
Admission
- At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.
- Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
Dogs
- The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
General
- Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
- This is a quiet site: no music is allowed.
Hired accommodation
- Guests must bring their own duvets, pillows, sheets and towels when staying in rental accommodation. You will not be allowed to stay if you do not bring these items.
Occupancy
- Group bookings of 2 or more units travelling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Group bookings of 6 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
Safety
- Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.
Vehicles
- Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
- August 2026: Please note that campfires and barbecues are currently not permitted on site due to the prolonged dry conditions.
Languages spoken
English
Pitch types & availability
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Non-electric grass and gravel touring pitch
6 people maximum
Ground type: Grass and gravel
Pitch size: Max 10m width × 10m depth (100m²)
Arrival daysNo availability on our site
17

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
6 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 10m width × 10m depth (100m²)
Arrival daysNo availability on our site
10

Bell tent
4 people maximum
No dogs allowed
Dimensions: 16.4ft width × 16.4ft length
Arrival daysNo availability on our site
Reviews
89% would recommend this site to a friend
88% would stay here again
What customers say
This is a peaceful, eco-friendly campsite with spacious, well-maintained pitches offering privacy. Guests appreciate the natural setting, proximity to walks, and facilities like fire pits. While most find the composting toilets clean, some mention an odour. Showers are generally good, though temperature can vary. Noise from other campers or nearby boats is occasionally reported. The site is considered good value and suitable for nature lovers.
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Last updated 01/09/2026
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Quiet and rural site.
Non-electric grass and gravel touring pitch
Liked Quiet and interesting views of ships passing on the Thames. Clean showers and clean composting toilets.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Terrible booking system, double check before turning up.
Bell tent
Liked N/A
Disliked Turned up to our booking for our first camping trip with our baby and they claimed they did not have our booking even though we saw our details in their phone while they were tweeting to over explain what went wrong to us.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Very nice quiet little break, facilities…
Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked Very nice quiet little break, facilities all clean and work perfectly fine. Would recommend it for anyone.
Recommend to friends Visit again
A very peaceful and pleasant stay…
Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked A very peaceful and pleasant stay - owners are genuine, decent people. Love the fact there's no music or parties allowed and you can enjoy the sounds of nature and nearby livestock.
Disliked Rules are rules for a reason, it's upsetting that some people can't respect the owner's rules - such as one car per pitch, one tent, no large groups etc - the ignorance of some people is stifling.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Lovely site.
Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked Lovely campsite, close to the Thames and lovely 5 hours round trip walk we had to Stanford le hope.
Can imagine it would be beautiful when we are not in a drought.
Certainly want to come back and it's handy knowing it is there- perfect for visiting London.
We caught a fantastic view point for the storm Friday evening over in Kent and didn't get wet in the process!
Disliked Nothing that can be changed by the site owners. We had our own toilet in our tent which I would recommend if you don't like spiders unfortunately the sheds that the toilets are in are full of very large spiders but you're in nature so its part of the package.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Would happily go back but stay longer next time.
Non-electric grass and gravel touring pitch
Liked Peaceful, tranquil, large private pitches with good facilities.
Disliked Nothing to dislike
Recommend to friends Visit again
Very quiet…
Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked Very quiet
Recommend to friends Visit again
Great authentic camping with fantastic views. Had…
Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked Great authentic camping with fantastic views.
Had a thoroughly enjoyable 3-night stay at Thames View Camping. The scenery was even better than expected, and the campsite was kept clean and well cared for every day. The facilities were in good order and well-suited for a proper camping trip. Fellow campers were polite and respectful of personal space throughout.
If you are looking for genuine camping rather than a luxury resort, this site delivers exactly what it promises. I would gladly recommend it and return in the future.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Such a nice camping site. Very…
Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked Such a nice camping site. Very idylic. You can go on train to London
Recommend to friends Visit again
Great site!
Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked I really liked this site the facilities were good it’s in a nice secluded spot with a few nice walks nearby and a decent pub for lunch! Not that the site can control the weather but it was very hot so top tip is to take a awning or gazebo as shade is very limited
Disliked Nothing
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Features
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 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
D. of E. 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
Leave the car at home Peaceful Walkers' paradise Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Farm Small (11-25 pitches)Nearby leisure
Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearbyLocation
Thames View Camping
Princess Margaret Road
East Tilbury
Essex
England
RM18 8PL
Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
51.47077°N
0.42578°E
Nearest transport
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
Food and drink
- The Ship Pub 0.2 mi
- George & Dragon Pub 1.3 mi
- Ship & Lobster Pub 2.3 mi
- Chadwell Arms Pub 2.6 mi
- The World's End Pub 2.7 mi
- Canal Tavern Pub 2.7 mi
- Milton Ale Shades Pub 2.8 mi
- China Dove Restaurant 3 mi
- White Hart Pub 3 mi
- Bassant Grill Restaurant 3 mi
Groceries
- Eatwell Stores Supermarket 2.7 mi
- Co-op Food Supermarket 2.8 mi
- Calcutta Food & Wine Off-licence 2.8 mi
- Co-op Food Supermarket 3.1 mi
- Budz Off-licence 3.1 mi
- Tilbury Wines Off-licence 3.1 mi
- Arya Food Centre Supermarket 3.2 mi
- Peaf's on the Heath Off-licence 3.2 mi
- Tasnim Store Supermarket 3.2 mi
- Saviany Supermarket 3.3 mi
Parks and play
- Coalhouse Fort Park 0.5 mi
- Frome Park 0.9 mi
- The Green 1 mi
- Gobions Park 1.2 mi
- Linford Recreation Park 1.4 mi
- Anchor Fields Park 2.6 mi
- King George's Field 2.6 mi
- Tandridge Park 2.6 mi
- Gordon Promenade 2.7 mi
- Gordon Gardens 2.8 mi
Family days out
- New Tavern Fort Castle 2.8 mi
- Heritage Quarter Visitor attraction 3.1 mi
- RSPB Northward Hill Visitor attraction 5.3 mi
- Cobham War Memorial Visitor attraction 5.7 mi
- Upside Down House Visitor attraction 6.1 mi
- Tank Visitor attraction 6.2 mi
Public transport
- Ship Public House 0.2 mi
- Coalhouse Fort 0.4 mi
- Gloucester Avenue 0.7 mi
- Trent 0.8 mi
- Princess Margaret Road 0.8 mi
- Coronation Avenue 1 mi
- Railway Station 1 mi
- Post Office 1.5 mi
- The Green 1.6 mi
- Waltons Hall Road 1.7 mi
Beaches
- Northfleet Beach 4.7 mi
- Egypt Bay Beach 5.8 mi
What’s nearby
- Orsett Golf Club Golf course 2.5 mi
- Saint Cleres Hall Golf Club Golf course 2.6 mi
- Gravesend Canal Basin Marina 2.7 mi
- Rainbow Stores General shop 3.2 mi
- Thamesgate Shopping Centre 3.2 mi
- Mid Kent Golf Club Golf course 4.3 mi
- Grays Shopping Centre 4.4 mi
- Broadness Harbour Marina 5 mi
- Langdon Hills Golf and Country Club Golf course 5.2 mi
- Rochester and Cobham Park Golf Club Golf course 5.2 mi
Local services
- Allcures Pharmacy 0.8 mi
- The Rigg-Milner Medcial Centre Doctors 0.8 mi
- Dilip Sabnis Medical Centre Doctors 2.5 mi
- Esso Fuel station 2.6 mi
- Chadwell Medical Centre Doctors 2.6 mi
- Dips Chemist Pharmacy 2.6 mi
- River View Pharmacy 2.7 mi
- BP Fuel station 3 mi
- Esso Fuel station 3 mi
- Lion Pharmacy 3 mi
Must see
Rochester Castle 6.5 mi
Rochester Cathedral 6.6 mi
Dickens World 6.6 mi
The Historic Dockyard Chatham 6.9 mi
Red House (The National Trust) 12.8 mi
National Trust
Owletts 5.6 mi
Cobham Wood and Mausoleum 5.7 mi
St John's Jerusalem 9.2 mi
Rainham Hall 10.7 mi
Red House 12.8 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
SHORNE MARSHES (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 03/07/2000) 1.9 mi
CLIFFE POOLS (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 11/10/2001) 2.2 mi
GRAVESEND CEMETERY 3.8 mi
Wealdway Wander 4.7 mi
NORTHWARD HILL (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 15/01/1997) 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.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Thames View Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Thames View Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Thames View Camping? Start local by exploring the Thameside Nature Discovery Park, next to the site – footpaths and bike trails crisscross the 120-acre site with lots of wildlife to spot in this Site of … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Thames View Camping?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 9 a.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 12:30 p.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Depart by: 12:30 p.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Thames View Camping? From £25 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.
