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Electric hardstanding and grass pitch
From £25
6 people maximum 
7.5/10
203 reviews Additional units require additional pitches - quick book via 'Make another booking like this' after making your booking.
Pitch size
Max 8m width × 9m depth (72m²)
Ground type
Hardstanding and grass
Twin-axle vehicles not accepted
Suitable for
Roof tent, Touring caravan, Campervan, Motorhome, Tent, Trailer tent
Features
Electric: 16 amp included Bring a gazebo 0 included, 1 max. Bring an awning 0 included, 1 max. Car 1 included, 2 max. Dog(s) allowed 0 included, 2 max. Car parking by pitch/unit Chemical disposal point Other restrictions
Pup tents not allowed
Extras
| Awning or gazebo (1 max) | £3 per night | |
| Dog (2 max) | £1.50 per night | |
| Extra car (1 max) | £2.50 per night |
You will be able to choose extras on the booking page.
Availability
| Your booking From £25 | |
Based on 1 night, 2 adults | |
| 2 adults |
Choose your dates and party size to see pricing and availability.
The Hop Farm
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Reviews
86% would recommend this site to a friend
85% would stay here again
What customers say
This is a vast, spacious campsite with numerous fields offering plenty of room, popular for groups and families. Many appreciate the riverside location for walks, kayaking, and paddleboarding. Staff are frequently described as friendly and helpful. Facilities are generally clean, though some mention they are basic or could be improved, with occasional reports of them becoming messy during busy periods. Road noise and occasional noise from other campers are noted.
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Great
Non-electric grass pitch
Liked 100%
Recommend to friends Visit again
Good stay will return
Non-electric grass pitch
Liked Great site loads of space
Toilets and showers clean
Loads of water points around site
Disliked Only thing shop at reception quite high prices
£1.50 for can of soft drink
Make sure you bring your own
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From the manager: Thank you for choosing to stay with us and that you will recommend us and visit again.
Our ice cold drinks are priced at £1.50 per can similar to prices everywhere else if bought solo, we do not have enough room to stock packs of 6 or more, if we did they would work out cheaper but would need to be put in a fridge once bought to cool down. Guests with fridges are more than welcome to bring their own or buy locally.
We look forward to seeing you again.
The time we camp at hop farm was amazing we spent time as a family 🥰
Non-electric grass pitch
Liked Family had an amazing time kids loved being free,the views where lovely definitely would go back😊
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From the manager: Thank you for choosing to stay with us and that you enjoyed yourselves.
We look forward to your next visit.
Was clean.hard standing was level
Electric hardstanding and grass pitch
Liked Very quiet and chilled loads of space enjoyed the relaxed break.
Disliked Nothing
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From the manager: Thank you for choosing to stay with us and for taking the time to leave a review as they do help people when deciding where to stay.
We look forward to your next visit.
Lovely Site - Will definitely visit again
Electric grass pitch
Liked Beautiful site. Lots of space. From checking in until packing up no issues. Nice facilities. Toilets and showers cleaned daily. (More than once).
Beautiful walks along the river.
Disliked Showers - Unusual not to have somewhere dry to leave your stuff whilst showering. No room or anywhere dry within shower cubicle. No choice but to leave it in the sink area in view of anyone using the facilities.
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The site is unkempt, facilities very poor and staff rude.
Electric hardstanding and grass pitch
Liked Location
Disliked Everything!
Toilet facilities very poor.
Standard of pitches unkempt.
Customer service appalling.
Clientele mostly seasonal workers not holiday makers.
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From the manager: I am sorry you did not enjoy your 6 night stay.
There was a mix up with pitches and a new arrival was put on the same pitch for your 5th night, I came down and asked to see your check-in card as the system had you down as leaving that day. I apologised for having to check and the confusion. At no point did you raise any of the above issues either whilst I was at your pitch or during your stay.
The long stay guests, "not seasonal workers" were in the other electric field along with some holiday guests.
The facilities were cleaned 3 times per day,toilet paper etc on the floors and toilets not being flushed make the facilities look dirty however this is down to people not tidying up after themselves.
Nothing…
Electric grass pitch
Liked Nothing
Disliked I booked two nights at this campsite, but sadly left early after the first night due to several issues that made the experience disappointing.
Upon arrival, we were handed a list of rules with no friendly introduction or orientation—just formalities.
We were disheartened to find litter on pitch from prior guests. The facilities were poorly maintained: toilet blocks were full, reeked of urine, and strewn with used toilet roll. The general upkeep felt neglected and unsanitary.
The site was overrun with large, loud family groups and drinking, kids rode bikes around the pitch, one even simultaneously picked his nose and bottom. Children drunk from our water tap. Come evening, the campsite turned into a “battle of the speakers” that raged well into the early hours, making it impossible to relax or sleep.
We tried to visit the nearby pub, The Brewers Fare, hoping for a better atmosphere—but it also felt run-down and in need of attention.
Unfortunately, the experience fell short of expectations. Between the dirty facilities, noisy groups, and lack of welcome, we cut our stay short. Based on our visit, I’d recommend considering alternative campsites unless improvements are made.
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From the manager: I am sorry you did not enjoy your stay arriving on Bank Holiday Monday as the majority of guests were leaving, it would appear from your comments they were not as respectful as they should have been.
All of the pitches including the fields were checked and cleaned on the Monday late morning and the fields another couple of times.
Every electric pitch has a water tap therefore should not be used by other pitches.
The toilets and showers get 3 daily cleans and may get dirty in-between if guests do not tidy up after themselves.
We come out at 10pm every night checking the site to make sure our rules/policies are being adhered to. Our 24 hour mobile number on the front of everyone's check-in card is for any issues whilst staying on site, unfortunately you did not call this number preferring to voice your issues here when it is too late to rectify them.
Excellent Very Peaceful , Toilets ,…
Electric grass pitch
Liked Excellent Very Peaceful , Toilets , Showers All Good !
Electric & Water Stand pipe on every pitch .
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From the manager: Thank you for choosing to stay with us and that you enjoyed yourselves.
We look forward to your next visit.
Lovely open spaces and plenty of room to park away from neighbours!
Non-electric grass pitch
Liked There are a number of very large open area grass fields to choose from, therefore there is plenty of space to pitch up.
Disliked There is only one toilet block area, the facilities are little tired and in need of some maintenance, some toilet doors don't have any locks on them and there was a missing sink tap.
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From the manager: Thank you for choosing to stay with us over the busiest weekend of the year and for taking the time to leave a review.
Unfortunately we did have some breakages in the toilet/shower blocks, maintenance tried to fix as soon as possible during working hours.
We look forward to your next visit.
Ok but inconsiderate people, pitches small for a larger family
Electric grass pitch
Liked Toilets were clean, showers were ok floors slightly dirty but just wear crocs
Disliked Electric pitch was pretty small and very close to the people staying in the pitch next door,group's of people shouting and singing untill 1am, very busy site not much space on a pitch for a family of 6
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From the manager: I am sorry you did not enjoy your 1 night stay, I did upgrade you to a larger pitch due to the size of your family.
Perhaps you will visit again outside an extremely busy Bank Holiday to enjoy the country and river walks and bring some indoor and outdoor games for you and the family to enjoy together.
Features
Dogs 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 On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area 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
D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Budget/backpacker Forest Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping 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 Very large (over 200 pitches)Accessibility
Accessible parking at pitch Bathrooms: Large spacious toilet Bathrooms: Step-free access Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible shower Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible toilet Bathrooms: Wide doorways (over 30 inches/75cm) Level site, no steep slopes Step-free or level accessNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Seasonal pitches Water hook-up points for tourersLocation
The Hop Farm
Maidstone Road
Paddock Wood
Tonbridge
Kent
England
TN12 6PY
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
51.19984°N
0.39331°E
Route directions
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail
Ferry
AirportPlease 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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sheerness | 23.1 mi | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Minster Leas | 24 mi | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Winchelsea | 24.7 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| St Leonards | 25.1 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Bexhill | 25.3 mi | Sea | N/A | N/A | N/A | Good |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Ightham Mote 6.7 mi
Scotney Castle 7.4 mi
Bedgebury National Pinetum & Forest 9.2 mi
Penshurst Place and Gardens 9.3 mi
Knole 9.3 mi
National Trust
Sprivers Garden 4.9 mi
Old Soar Manor 5.2 mi
Ightham Mote 6.8 mi
Scotney Castle 7.5 mi
Stoneacre 8.7 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Paddock Wood - River Medway - Whetsted - Paddock Wood 1.4 mi
Hartlake Bridge - Hadlow - Golden Green - Hartlake Bridge 2.7 mi
Janet's Walk: Matfield - Paddock Wood - Matfield 3.6 mi
MEREWORTH CASTLE 3.6 mi
OXEN HOATH 3.8 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.
Want to know more about camping in Kent?
Frequently asked questions
- Does The Hop Farm have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is The Hop Farm dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near The Hop Farm? Once the kids let you off site, Kent (aka The Garden of England) has beaches, historic towns, forests and more castles, stately homes (and gardens) open to the public than anywhere else … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of The Hop Farm?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 2 p.m. – 9 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at The Hop Farm? From £23 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.