Wild Woodland Retreat

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  • Peaceful site on a family-run farm one and a half miles from Elham
  • Canterbury and Kent beaches within a half-hour drive
  • Direct access to a footpath for the half-hour walk to village pubs
The folks at Wild Woodland Retreat knew what they were doing when they named their little Kent site. Wild and wooded it is indeed, in 33 acres of wild valley and ancient woodland where insects buzz about between the wildflowers and birds nest in the trees. Owners Mark and Hannah have set up the site on their family-run farm, which has plenty of space for guests to run about, light up a campfire or barbecue and just generally chill out and admire the view. For a closer look at your surroundings, there’s direct access to a footpath for walks through the fields and down to the nearest village, Elham. It’ll take you half an hour or so to stroll down there for refreshment from the pubs, tearoom and restaurant, or supplies from the village store. If you’ve brought your canine pal along for walkies, they’re welcome to join you at the pub (cue wagging tails).

Site type

Rent a tent 1
Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 2
Open now
Opens 1 April
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Admission

  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Wed 1 Apr to

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Pitch types & availability

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2 adults
0 children
0 dogs

Reviews

9.8

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92% would stay here again

What customers say

This beautiful, peaceful site offers spacious, private pitches in stunning natural surroundings, ideal for exploring local footpaths. Guests praise the welcoming hosts, the environmentally friendly approach, and unique facilities like horsebox showers, which are generally well-maintained and functional, albeit rustic. Some mention basic toilets and the need for a torch at night due to the woodland location. Despite minor points like hot water speed, visitors frequently express a desire to return to this magical retreat.

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Beautiful and peaceful spot - à…

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Valley 1 non-electric grass and earth motorhome pitch

Liked Beautiful and peaceful spot - à real retreat.

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Valley 2 non-electric grass and earth motorhome pitch

Liked We loved e very minute! The setting is just beautiful and as much as the facilities are rural they are just as you need. In fact yhe horsebox showers were wonderful! We'll definitely be back!!

Disliked A little faster hot water gorgeous washing up but we managed!

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The most magical and special place to camp with amazing workers.

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Hayley M. 1 review

Valley Birches non-electric grass and earth tent pitch

Liked Absolutely lovely campsite, I loved all the additional touches, camped in the woods. Perfect camping pitch close to all amenities. The horse box showers were spectacular, the lavender hand spray smells divine. This place was so magical, I met the lovely Alex a friend of the owners who was always available when needed and just so lovely. Enjoyed an an amazing goat walk with the two volunteer ladies who walk them twice daily. I really liked hanging around with these ladies they were a lot of fun and so very knowledgeable about goats. They really truly do put all the animals above themselves and care for them so deeply. Hannah although we didn’t meet has this place running perfectly and clearly cares so much about her animals, workers and campers. It was a peice of heaven on earth. Very clean and maintained and just so magical. I enjoyed lots of cooking and reading. The bar is set high for other camping pitches now. This is a place I will 100% be returning to.

Disliked Nothing it was just perfect.

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Everything. Best campsite we’ve stayed at.…

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Benjamin O. 3 reviews

Valley 2 non-electric grass and earth motorhome pitch

Liked Everything. Best campsite we’ve stayed at. Perfect set up and great team.

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Stephen B. 2 reviews

Valley Birches non-electric grass and earth tent pitch

Liked We had a great time camping on one of the Valley Birches pitches. These two pitches are on a bit of a slope but we didn't have an issue with a four person tent as it was fairly flat near the top, I think you might struggle if you had a very big tent but not sure these pitches are designed for those anyway. The whole site is huge and it felt very private. Showers felt very modern and clean which was nice after a day out. Our son loved the swings dotted around the place.

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Absolutely loved this place! Beautiful setting,…

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 Lucy W. 1 review

Valley 2 non-electric grass and earth motorhome pitch

Liked Absolutely loved this place! Beautiful setting, pitches are well spaced out and well maintained whilst keeping the natural landscape. Perfect place to switch off from the rat race. The facilities are great - rustic (basic) but perfectly functional. It was exactly what we were looking for. We stayed on Valley 2 in our campervan and had the best weekend.

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Probably the best site we have camped at

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Donna H. 19 reviews

Valley 1 non-electric grass and earth motorhome pitch

Liked Absolutely everything , this site is stunning. So well throughout , private spacious and beautiful. It was perfect for us , quite simply if M&S made campsites this would be it ! We don’t normally return as so many to choose from but we will definitely be going back 😊

Disliked Nothing at all to dislike

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Charlotte v. 2 reviews

Valley 1 non-electric grass and earth motorhome pitch

Liked INCREDIBLE!! I had the most magical time at Wild Woodland Retreat! The valley is so beautiful and peaceful, massive pitches make you feel all by yourself in the most wonderful natural surroundings. Lots of lovely walks to explore the area all by footpaths through fields and forestland. Truly wild experience but with the comfort of a good shower :) I had such a great time that I came back again the weekend after. Felt so rested and at peace after! Will definitely visite again!

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Just great!🤩 thank you for this…

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Anonymous

Valley 1 non-electric grass and earth motorhome pitch

Liked Just great!🤩 thank you for this lovely place!

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Really friendly owners, and such a…

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Lucy R. 2 reviews

Valley Birches non-electric grass and earth tent pitch

Liked Really friendly owners, and such a beautiful location in the Elham valley. The birches pitches are just the right level of secluded, you can easily go your whole stay without seeing another person.
The site is well connected to the local area, with so many footpaths and walks to explore. We had the best time.

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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

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

Forest Gastronomic delight Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping 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 Public transport nearby Shop nearby

Type

Farm Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Tennis nearby

Location

Wild Woodland Retreat

Hawes Farm Cottage

Clavertye

Elham

Canterbury

Kent

England

CT4 6YE

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

51.16264°N
1.08421°E

Nearest transport

Coach
5.4 mi Swan Lane
5.4 mi Swan Lane
5.7 mi Holiday Extras
Rail
5.1 mi Sandling Rail Station
5.1 mi Westenhanger Rail Station
6.2 mi Folkestone West Rail Station
Ferry
4.8 mi Folkestone Eurotunnel Terminal
10.5 mi Dover Western Docks Ferry Terminal
10.9 mi Dover Eastern Docks Ferry Terminal
Airport
15.8 mi Lydd London Ashford Airport
17.4 mi Kent International 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

This is a tiptop spot to get out for a trot – as well as the lovely walk into the village, the footpath by the meadow leads to the forest of Park Gate Nature Reserve or the tearooms of the Lord Whisky Sanctuary in about half an hour, or to Stelling Minnis Common and windmill in 40 minutes or so. Park Wood, Westwood, Madams Wood and Covert Wood are also easily accessed for more country strolls. If you’re feeling particularly lively, you can walk all the way to historic Canterbury in a couple of hours (although you’re welcome to choose the 20-minute drive instead to save your energies for wandering around the cathedral, the Roman Museum and the city walls). Seeking some sea air, you can either head south for half an hour or so to the sands of Folkestone and Dymchurch (plus a nostalgic ride on the Romney, Hythe and Dymchurch Railway) or aim north for Whitstable (40 minutes) or Margate (50 minutes). For beasts somewhat more exotic than those seen on site, take your pick from a trio of wildlife parks: Howletts Wild Animal Park, Port Lympne Reserve and Wingham Wildlife Park are all around a 20-minute drive away.
(within 6.2 mi)
Castle, Aquarium, Theme park, Zoo and Cashpoint (within 10 mi)

Food and drink

  • The Rose And Crown Pub 1.3 mi
  • The Kings Arms Pub 1.4 mi
  • The George Inn Pub 1.4 mi
  • Rose and Crown Pub 1.6 mi
  • China China Restaurant 2.4 mi
  • Coach and Horses Pub 2.5 mi
  • The Hop Pocket Pub 2.6 mi
  • The Timber Batts (closed) Pub 3 mi
  • The Tiger Inn Pub 3.2 mi
  • The Gatekeeper Inn Pub 3.4 mi

Groceries

  • Lidl 4.8 mi
  • Tesco 5.4 mi
  • Sainsbury's 5.9 mi

Parks and play

  • Court Lodge Green park 2.5 mi
  • Grebe Close Playground 4.7 mi
  • Winter Drive Play Area Playground 4.8 mi
  • Millfield Play Area Playground 4.8 mi
  • Charlton Park 4.9 mi
  • Frank and Betty's Field park 5.2 mi
  • Kidz Planet Playground 5.5 mi
  • Cheriton Recreation Ground park 5.6 mi
  • Brockhill Country Park 5.7 mi
  • Morehall Recreation Ground park 5.8 mi

Family days out

  • Hawthorne Trench WW1 reconstruction Visitor attraction 1.1 mi
  • Westenhanger Castle 5.2 mi
  • Saltwood Castle 5.6 mi
  • North Downs Way crossroads Visitor attraction 5.6 mi
  • Sandgate Castle 1539 6.8 mi
  • Sandgate Castle 6.8 mi
  • Sandgate Castle 1539 6.8 mi
  • Lympne Castle 6.8 mi
  • Port Lympne Reserve Zoo 7 mi
  • Chilham Castle 7.7 mi
  • Norman Keep Castle 7.8 mi
  • Canterbury Castle 7.8 mi
  • Howletts Wild Animal Park Zoo 7.9 mi
  • Dymchurch Redoubt Castle 8.1 mi
  • Citadel Battery Castle 9.5 mi

Public transport

  • Mount Ephraim 0.8 mi
  • Bus Shelter 1.2 mi
  • War Memorial 1.3 mi
  • The Rose and Crown 1.3 mi
  • Old Road 1.4 mi
  • Parsonage Farm 1.4 mi
  • Collards Lane 1.4 mi
  • Six Mile Garage 1.5 mi
  • Bladbean Stud Farm 1.5 mi
  • Rose & Crown 1.6 mi

Other nearby

  • Roundwood Hall Golf Club Golf course 2.6 mi
  • Leas Course Golf course 3 mi
  • Par 3 Course Golf course 3.1 mi
  • Etchinghill Golf Club Golf course 3.1 mi
  • Valley Course Golf course 3.1 mi
  • Broome Park Golf Club Golf course 4.4 mi
  • The Lakes at Beachborough Fishing 4.5 mi
  • Saltwood General Stores General shop 5.7 mi
  • Costcutter / Bargain Booze General shop 5.8 mi
  • Sene Valley Golf Club Golf course 5.9 mi

Local services

  • Travelex Cashpoint 4.9 mi
  • RBS Cashpoint 5.6 mi
  • Cashzone Cashpoint 6.1 mi
  • The Surgery Doctors 1.3 mi
  • Six Mile Garage Fuel station 1.5 mi
  • Lyminge Surgery Doctors 2.3 mi
  • Lyminge Pharmacy 2.5 mi
  • New Lyminge Surgery Doctors 2.7 mi
  • Hawkinge Fuel Express Fuel station 4.7 mi
  • Euroscan Charging Point Charging station 4.8 mi
  • Cedar House Hospital 4.8 mi
  • Hawkinge Pharmacy 4.8 mi
  • Pace Fuel station 4.9 mi

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Must see

Romney Hythe & Dymchurch Railway 6.3 mi

Port Lympne Wild Animal Park 6.9 mi

Howletts Wild Animal Park 7.7 mi

St Augustine's Abbey 7.9 mi

Canterbury Tales 8 mi

National Trust

The White Cliffs of Dover 11.2 mi

South Foreland Lighthouse 12.5 mi

Smallhythe Place 18.8 mi

Lamb House 21.2 mi

Sissinghurst Castle Garden 22.4 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

BROOME PARK 4.4 mi

Cheriton Hill 4.8 mi

SANDLING PARK 5.4 mi

OLANTIGH TOWERS 6.2 mi

Hythe - Lympne - Royal Military Canal - Hythe 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 Wild Woodland Retreat have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Wild Woodland Retreat dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Wild Woodland Retreat? This is a tiptop spot to get out for a trot – as well as the lovely walk into the village, the footpath by the meadow leads to the forest of Park … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Wild Woodland Retreat?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  Anytime –  Anytime
    Depart by:  Anytime
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  3 p.m. –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Wild Woodland Retreat? From £42 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.