River Field

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A beautiful picnic one of our customers had to celebrate a birthday.
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  • Pop-up family site bordering the River Eden at Chiddingstone in Kent
  • Hever Castle and National Trust - Chartwell both 10 minutes’ drive
  • Off-grid pitches within five minutes’ walk of a pub, shop and tearoom
Looking for a peaceful camping holiday in rural Kent? One where you can get back to basics and fend for yourselves? A warm welcome awaits you (and any well-behaved accompanying dogs) at River Field, an off-grid pop-up site on a family farm. There are no set pitches so you can set up wherever you want in the 20-acre field edging the River Eden, and there are simple loos in a converted horse box nearby. Stay on site, unwind and keep your eyes peeled for the local wildlife. Deer, foxes, badgers, pheasants, red kites, partridges, buzzards and many species of songbirds are regular visitors to River Field. Even otters have been reported to be seen at the river. There's a wealth of public footpaths to explore in the surrounding countryside, and a mere five minutes’ stroll takes you to Chiddingstone, a pretty village with one of the oldest high streets in the country – it dates back to the 16th century – where you will find a pub, village shop and tea room. Alternatively you can hop in the car for a day of cultural sightseeing at stately mansions and Tudor palaces within 10 minutes’ drive. You’ll also never go short of urban days out, with Royal Tunbridge Wells, Tonbridge, Sevenoaks and Edenbridge all within an easy 20 minutes by car. Penshurst (10 minutes’ drive) has the nearest railway line, and the site owners are happy to shuttle campers to and from the station; there’s also a bus stop about 15 minutes’ walk away.

Site type

Tent pitches 45
Motorhome pitches 45
Open now
Opens 17 July
Please note
  • This site has no on-site shower facilities.
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
  • Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.
  • Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Reception is unmanned after 6 p.m.. Please inform the site while on your way there should you expect to arrive after this time, so that the team can provide information about your unit/pitch.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri 17 Jul to

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What customers say

This is a beautiful, clean, and peaceful campsite offering a back-to-basics wild camping experience. Reviewers highlight plenty of space, privacy, and proximity to a lovely river. The site is praised for its excellent toilet facilities, availability of firewood, and welcoming, attentive owners. The nearby village pub is a popular destination. While access is described as a little rough, and signage from the road could be improved, guests highly recommend the site and many plan to return.

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Liked This is as close as you can get to wild camping in kent. What a lovely field. Fairly flat, lots of space , nice little river flowing through it. Two villages with pubs 15 min walk away. They let you have a fire pit.

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sarah c. 1 review

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Liked Beautiful farm, plenty of space and privacy. Definitely visit again. Helen was lovely and so helpful if needed anything. Must visit x

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Nick L. 2 reviews

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Liked Perfect back-to-basics field next to a lovely river. Helen very kindly shuttled us to and from the train station will all our gear which was greatly appreciated in the hot weather and was super lovely to us in general. Campsite was beautiful and clean, toilets were in fantastic condition, firewood was plenty for a long night by the firepit and the nearby pub The Little Brown Jug is a lovely spot to visit for the afternoon with a great beer garden and fantastic food. Couldn’t recommend River Field enough.

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lovely owners, beautiful clean site...

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Liked very clean site with beautiful surroundings, lovely little town with great pub 15 minutes walk away. honestly one of the most chilled sites I've been to. highly recommended!

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 Alexander T. 1 review

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Liked Great campsite! We had a wonderful stay and we will definitely be coming back.

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Anonymous

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Liked Beautiful sky at night, really peaceful in the mornings - I could only hear the birds chirping. I even saw a barn owl! The hosts checked up to make sure I was okay which was sweet. Also the local pub has a great vibe

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Steve B. 1 review

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Liked Location, quiet, river,

Disliked no signage from road, had to call owner to find the field... access is a little
rough (smashed up hardcore) but not an issue.

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Jamie M. 2 reviews

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Liked It’s a beautiful place to stay , in the county of Kent . Toilets and wash basins on the grounds that are very clean . The owners are such lovely people . They make you feel so welcomed and are very attentive . We have been back there twice and we are planning our third trip soon .

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Anonymous

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Liked I stayed for one night and had a really lovely stay. The campsite is in a beautiful setting with plenty of space to relax, and it was a real treat to be able to walk to the village pub for dinner. One of the highlights was the incredible night sky, the stars were amazing once it got dark. The toilet facilities were clean and well maintained, and the whole site had a friendly, relaxed atmosphere. I'd happily stay here again and would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a quiet countryside getaway.

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Features

Portable toilet

Pop-up campsite

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

Camping 2.0

Jumbo tent pitches

Themes

Budget/backpacker Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Communal freezer Communal fridge Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No hot water Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby Shop nearby

Type

Farm Medium (26-50 pitches) Pop-up campsite

Accessibility

Accessible parking at pitch Level site, no steep slopes Uneven terrain; gravel or loose mud

Nearby leisure

Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

River Field

Chested Farm

Edenbridge

Kent

England

TN8 7BA

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

51.18973°N
0.15478°E

Nearest transport

Coach
5.1 mi Victoria Hall
5.1 mi Victoria Hall
6.1 mi Royal Victoria Place
Rail
1 mi Penshurst Rail Station
2.4 mi Leigh (Kent) Rail Station
2.7 mi Hever Rail Station
Ferry
20 mi Gravesend Pier
20.2 mi Tilbury Ferry Terminal
21.4 mi Woolwich Arsenal Pier
Airport
11.2 mi Biggin Hill Airport
14 mi London Gatwick Airport
14 mi London Gatwick Airport South Terminal

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

Heritage-seekers should make Chiddingstone (five minutes’ walk) their first port of call; as well as streets lined with half-timbered houses, you can tour the grounds and interior of handsome mock-gothic Chiddingstone Castle and seek out the renowned Chiding Stone, an ancient sandstone rock formation mired in mystery – it may have been a Saxon boundary stone or a Druid’s altar. Looking for more sightseeing inspo? Admire the Tudor extravagances that are moated Hever Castle and Gardens (10 minutes’ drive) and National Trust - Ightham Mote (20 minutes). You can also learn about the daily life of Winston Churchill in his study, gracious drawing room and painting studio at National Trust - Chartwell (10 minutes). Kids need a respite from cultural pursuits? Impressive Penshurst Place and Gardens (10 minutes) has a playground and woodland trail, and the British Wildlife Centre (25 minutes) offers encounters with foxes, badgers and deer. Got some adults-only time to yourself? Book a tasting session at the brewery in Chiddingstone village.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Norman`S Bay 27.3 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodExcellent
Pevensey Bay 27.6 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Bexhill 28 mi Sea N/AN/AN/AGood
Saltdean 28.3 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Brighton Kemptown 28.5 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentGood

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Penshurst Place and Gardens 1.6 mi

Hever Castle and Gardens 1.8 mi

Chartwell 4.9 mi

Groombridge Place and The Enchanted Forest 5.2 mi

Knole 5.7 mi

National Trust

Emmetts Garden 4.7 mi

Chartwell 4.8 mi

Knole 5.6 mi

Quebec House 6.3 mi

Ightham Mote 6.8 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

CHIDDINGSTONE CASTLE 0.6 mi

REDLEAF 1 mi

HEVER CASTLE 1.4 mi

PENSHURST PARK 1.6 mi

STONEWALL 2 mi

Local events

  • Glyndebourne Festival (Thursday, 21 May 2026 – Thursday, 21 May 2026)

    Lewes, East Sussex 21.9 mi

  • All Points East (Friday, 21 August 2026 – Friday, 21 August 2026)

    London, Greater London 25.2 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 River Field have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is River Field dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near River Field? Heritage-seekers should make Chiddingstone (five minutes’ walk) their first port of call; as well as streets lined with half-timbered houses, you can tour the grounds and interior of handsome mock-gothic Chiddingstone Castle … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of River Field?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  Anytime
    Depart by:  12 p.m.
    Read more
  • How much does it cost to stay at River Field? From £24 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.