Glassenbury Camping

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Eco-friendly Kent farm site five minutes' drive from Cranbrook
Scotney Castle, Bedgebury Pinetum and Bewl Water within 20 mins' drive
In the High Weald National Landscape, next to Three Castles Walk trail

Peaceful, spacious and eco-friendly are the watchwords at Glassenbury Camping, part of a 12-acre Kent farm in the High Weald National Landscape. This family-run site is all about appreciating the fabulous natural setting, so they’ve kept things simple here and focused on getting the basics just right for both guests and the environment. You’ll be staying in a large meadow that’s surrounded by hedgerows and tall trees, with lovely views over the surrounding countryside. It’s a fine setting at all times of day, but the south-facing aspect means it really comes into its own at sunset, when the sky is often filled with fantastic colours. The pitching meadow is big enough to allow plenty of space for kids to run around while the grownups relax in camping chairs – and you’ll be able to get a barbecue or campfire set up safely too. Designed to be a place where guests can escape the stresses of modern life, this is a quiet site where you’ll be asked to keep noise to a minimum (no big groups or late-night music, thanks). The whole place is off grid, so there's no electricity on site, and the eco-friendly facilities include compost toilets and a natural open-air urinal, plus hot showers and a washing-up area with hot and cold water. Unsurprisingly, this is prime walking and cycling territory, with plenty of paths to follow nearby, including a bridleway just north of the farm that’s part of the long-distance Three Castles Walk (linking Sissinghurst, Scotney and Bodiam castles). You can also walk through woodland to the village of Cranbrook in about half an hour (or drive in five minutes) for a pub, bakery, café or bus stop.

Site type

Open now

Please note

Admission

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

General

Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.

Occupancy

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.

Languages spoken

English

Spanish

Open from Fri 22 May to Sun 6 Sept 2026

Pitch types & availability

Non-electric grass tent pitch

8 people maximum

Ground type: Grass

Pitch size: Unlimited

8 people maximum

Pitch size

Unlimited

Ground type

Grass

Suitable for

Tent, Roof tent not allowed, Trailer tent not allowed

Multiple Tent allowed per pitch

Features

Bring a gazebo 3 included, 3 max.

Bring an awning 1 included, 1 max.

Bring a pup tent 3 included, 3 max.

Car 1 included, 10 max.

Dog(s) allowed 0 included, 3 max.

Firepit

Other restrictions

Car parking by pitch not allowed

Extras

Bag of firewood (max unlimited)		£9 (£9) per item
Day visitor (max unlimited)		£2.50 (£2.50) per item
Dog (3 max)		£2.50 (£2.50) per night
Extra car (9 max)		£3 (£3) per stay
Kindling (Fire Starter) (max unlimited)		£4 (£4) per item
Locally Produced BBQ Charcoal (max unlimited)		£14 (£14) per item

You will be able to choose extras on the booking page.

Arrival days

From £28 (£28) 1 night, 2 adults

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Kingfisher bell tent

4 people maximum

Dimensions: 16.4ft width × 16.4ft length

4 people maximum

Please bring your own towels.

Dimensions

16.4ft width × 16.4ft length

1 room

Open space 2 x Camping mat, 1 x Double bed

No toilets in the unit: shared facilities available.

No showers in the unit: shared facilities available.

Features

Bed linen 1 included, 1 max.

Car 1 included, 5 max.

Dog(s) allowed 0 included, 2 max.

Duvets and pillows 2 included, 2 max.

Beds made up

Cooking equipment

Kettle

Lanterns/fairy lights

Outdoor furniture

Other restrictions

Car parking by pitch not allowed

Extras

Bag of firewood (max unlimited)		£9 (£9) per item
Day visitor (max unlimited)		£2.50 (£2.50) per item
Dog (2 max)		£12.50 (£12.50) per night
Extra car (9 max)		£3 (£3) per stay
Kindling (Fire Starter) (max unlimited)		£4 (£4) per item
Locally Produced BBQ Charcoal (max unlimited)		£14 (£14) per item

You will be able to choose extras on the booking page.

Arrival days

From £180 (£180) 2 nights, 2 adults

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Robin bell tent

4 people maximum

Dimensions: 16.4ft width × 16.4ft length

4 people maximum

Please bring your own towels.

Dimensions

16.4ft width × 16.4ft length

1 room

Open space 2 x Camping mat, 1 x Double bed

No toilets in the unit: shared facilities available.

No showers in the unit: shared facilities available.

Features

Bed linen 1 included, 1 max.

Car 1 included, 5 max.

Dog(s) allowed 0 included, 2 max.

Duvets and pillows 2 included, 2 max.

Beds made up

Cooking equipment

Kettle

Lanterns/fairy lights

Outdoor furniture

Other restrictions

Car parking by pitch not allowed

Extras

Bag of firewood (max unlimited)		£9 (£9) per item
Day visitor (max unlimited)		£2.50 (£2.50) per item
Dog (2 max)		£12.50 (£12.50) per night
Extra car (9 max)		£3 (£3) per stay
Kindling (Fire Starter) (max unlimited)		£4 (£4) per item
Locally Produced BBQ Charcoal (max unlimited)		£14 (£14) per item

You will be able to choose extras on the booking page.

Arrival days

From £180 (£180) 2 nights, 2 adults

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Swallow bell tent

4 people maximum

Dimensions: 16.4ft width × 16.4ft length

4 people maximum

Please bring your own towels.

Dimensions

16.4ft width × 16.4ft length

1 room

Open space 2 x Camping mat, 1 x Double bed

No toilets in the unit: shared facilities available.

No showers in the unit: shared facilities available.

Features

Bed linen 1 included, 1 max.

Car 1 included, 5 max.

Dog(s) allowed 0 included, 2 max.

Duvets and pillows 2 included, 2 max.

Beds made up

Cooking equipment

Kettle

Lanterns/fairy lights

Outdoor furniture

Other restrictions

Car parking by pitch not allowed

Extras

Bag of firewood (max unlimited)		£9 (£9) per item
Day visitor (max unlimited)		£2.50 (£2.50) per item
Dog (2 max)		£12.50 (£12.50) per night
Extra car (9 max)		£3 (£3) per stay
Kindling (Fire Starter) (max unlimited)		£4 (£4) per item
Locally Produced BBQ Charcoal (max unlimited)		£14 (£14) per item

You will be able to choose extras on the booking page.

Arrival days

From £180 (£180) 2 nights, 2 adults

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Location		10
Value for money		10
Accommodation		10
Facilities / Activities		10
Customer service		10
Child friendliness		10
Cleanliness		10
Wifi		7

100% would stay here again

What customers say

This well-maintained campsite boasts stunning views and a peaceful atmosphere, with many praising its eco-friendly ethos and facilities, including clean composting toilets and hot showers. Guests enjoyed the spacious pitches, proximity to Cranbrook, and the friendly, helpful owners. While most found the site excellent, one reviewer noted road noise. Cars are not permitted in the camping field, with wheelbarrows provided for luggage.

Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews. Last updated 18/08/2026

A gorgeous view to set up in and wake up to . thank you!

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Arrival date (latest first)

Lovely stay at a peaceful and beautiful camp site.

Overall 10 out of 10
Location		10
Value for money		10
Facilities / Activities	No rating
Customer service		10
Child friendliness		10
Cleanliness		10
Wifi	No rating

Aug 2026 Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Absolutely loved our stay. The site is perfectly placed for long or short walks and nearby towns and sights to access. The owners were incredibly helpful and really responsive. The facilities were well looked after with obvious care about the environmental impact as well. Will definitely stay again.

Disliked Nothing?!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Absolutely beautiful campsite. The views were…

Overall 10 out of 10
Location		10
Value for money		10
Facilities / Activities		10
Customer service		10
Child friendliness		10
Cleanliness		10
Wifi	No rating

Aug 2026 Katie C. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Absolutely beautiful campsite. The views were beautiful, and the kids had the best time, child friendly everyone was lovely. We will defintly be back. Hopefully not in a heatwave as it was a rather warm weekend! Haha

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From the manager: Thank you Katie for your lovely review! We are so pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us, and we hope to welcome you back again soon :) Many thanks, Maria and Raf @ Glassenbury Camping

Everything about the place from the…

Overall 10 out of 10
Location		10
Value for money		10
Facilities / Activities		10
Customer service		10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness		10
Wifi	No rating

Aug 2026 Joe C. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Everything about the place from the eco toilet to the friendly owner! Very well laid out campsite potentially one of the nicest places me and my partner have been to.

Disliked Nothing atall. Apart from the fact that pitchup survey has a option to rate “WIFI” out of 10 who cares about WiFi when your in nature just enjoy the beauty of Kent countryside!

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From the manager: Thank you so much for your lovely review! We are really pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us, and we hope to welcome you back again soon :) Totally agree about the pitchup "WIFI" survey! Many thanks, Maria and Raf @ Glassenbury Camping

Huge pitches, amazing views and sunsets,…

Overall 10 out of 10
Location		10
Value for money		10
Accommodation		10
Facilities / Activities		10
Customer service		10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness		10
Wifi		10

Aug 2026 Lucy W. 2 reviews

Robin bell tent

Liked Huge pitches, amazing views and sunsets, clean eco facilities! Had an amazing weekend, would highly recommend!

Disliked Wheelbarrowing our stuff back to the car in the heat! BUT definitely worth it for having a car free pitch.

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you for your lovely review! We are so pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us, and we hope to welcome you back again soon :) We are glad that wheelbarrowing in the heat was worth it for the peace of a car free pitch! Many thanks, Maria and Raf @ Glassenbury Camping

Such a peaceful campsite. Incredible sunsets,…

Overall 10 out of 10
Location		10
Value for money		10
Facilities / Activities		10
Customer service		10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness		10
Wifi	No rating

Aug 2026 Rachel F. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Such a peaceful campsite. Incredible sunsets, nestled into nature. The eco toilets were so clean and pleasant to use. It was so child friendly but there was loads of space so you didn't have to camp up next to children charging about if you didn't want to. The owners were so friendly and helpful and relaxed. Generally a really calming and lovely place.

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you so much for your lovely review! We are really pleased to hear that you enjoyed a peaceful stay with us, and we hope to welcome you back again soon :) Many thanks, Maria and Raf @ Glassenbury Camping

Brilliant site, all the essentials, well…

Overall 10 out of 10
Location		10
Value for money		10
Facilities / Activities		10
Customer service		10
Child friendliness		10
Cleanliness		10
Wifi	No rating

Aug 2026 Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Brilliant site, all the essentials, well maintained and great places for the kids to explore and have fun.
We went as a big family group with visitors on one day and had the best time.

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From the manager: Thank you for your lovely review, and what a beautiful sunset photo! We are so pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us, and we hope to welcome you back again soon :) Many thanks, Maria and Raf @ Glassenbury Camping

Lovely and very clean campsite, very…

Overall 9 out of 10
Location		10
Value for money		10
Facilities / Activities		10
Customer service		10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness		10
Wifi	No rating

Aug 2026 H. C. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Lovely and very clean campsite, very friendly owner! Thank you so much.

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you for your lovely review! We are so pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us, and we hope to welcome you back again soon :) Many thanks, Maria and Raf @ Glassenbury Camping

Superb site, great facilities and staff

Overall 10 out of 10
Location		10
Value for money		10
Facilities / Activities		10
Customer service		10
Child friendliness		10
Cleanliness		10
Wifi	No rating

Jul 2026 Rich B. 4 reviews

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Lovely quiet clean site. Excellent facilities and a charming little wood with a tyre swing.

Hot showers and very well maintained compost toilets. Glassenbury is our (+kids) favourite.

Lovely sunset

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you Rich for your lovely review! We are so pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us, and we hope to welcome you back again soon :) Many thanks, Maria and Raf @ Glassenbury Camping

Lovely time with beautiful views. Would deffinetly come back again

Overall 10 out of 10
Location		10
Value for money		10
Facilities / Activities		10
Customer service		10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness		10
Wifi		10

Jul 2026 Lena B. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Lovely campsite and hosts! Lots of thought gone in from the hot showers, separate area for teeth washing with drinking water and grills provided for fires and cooking!

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you Lena for your lovely review! We are so pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us, and we hope to welcome you back again soon :) Many thanks, Maria and Raf @ Glassenbury Camping

Not crowded at all. Loves the…

Overall 9 out of 10
Location		7
Value for money		10
Facilities / Activities		9
Customer service		9
Child friendliness		9
Cleanliness		9
Wifi	No rating

Jul 2026 Melanie B. 2 reviews

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Not crowded at all. Loves the facilities (hot showers, available portable barbecues, compost toilets and eco soaps). Really chill , clean and friendly.

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you Melanie for your lovely review! We are so pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us, and we hope to welcome you back again soon :) Many thanks, Maria and Raf @ Glassenbury Camping

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

Forest Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal 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

Farm Medium (26-50 pitches)

Nearby leisure

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

Location

Glassenbury Camping

Glassenbury Road

Cranbrook

Kent

England

TN17 2QJ

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

51.09124°N
0.50767°E

Nearest transport

Coach

3.7 mi Hare and Hounds

5.1 mi The Chequers

Rail

5.8 mi Marden Rail Station

5.8 mi Staplehurst Rail Station

6.3 mi Etchingham Rail Station

Ferry

25.2 mi Gravesend Pier

25.6 mi Tilbury Ferry Terminal

26.6 mi Folkestone Eurotunnel Terminal

Airport

20.9 mi Lydd London Ashford Airport

26.5 mi Biggin Hill Airport

29.5 mi London Gatwick 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

There are plenty of great places to walk in this area, but a particular favourite is Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest (15 minutes' drive) – and as well as the walking trails it’s also got mountain bike routes, a Go Ape course and several adventure play areas. Bewl Water (20 minutes) is another local favourite – you can walk or cycle around the perimeter or get out on the water for time spent boating, sailing or canoeing. You can also join open-water swimming sessions here or bounce across the obstacles of the aqua park. For a taste of the area's history, head to Scotney Castle (15 minutes), the English Heritage 1066 Battle of Hastings site (half an hour) or the action-packed Leeds Castle (half an hour). Sissinghurst Castle Garden (10 minutes) and Pashley Manor Gardens (15 minutes) are top picks for green-fingered guests. The south coast isn’t far off either – it’s a little over half an hour to Rye, Hastings or Camber Sands.

Food and drink

Jumeira 1.3 mi
Kypseli 1.3 mi
The Hive 1.3 mi
Willow and Sage 1.3 mi
The Milk House 2.7 mi
The Granary Restaurant at Sissinghurst Garden Castle 3.6 mi
A21 Diner 4.5 mi
Bleu Steakhouse 5.1 mi
Jumeira 5.1 mi
Happy Valley 5.1 mi

Parks and play

Puzzle Forest 2.9 mi
Cone Hunters 2.9 mi
Locket Green 4.8 mi
The Shipwreck 5.2 mi
Adventure 5.2 mi

Public transport

Hartley Court Gardens 0.4 mi
Hartley Court Gardens 0.4 mi
Hartley Road 0.4 mi
Hartley Road 0.4 mi
Duke Villas 0.6 mi
Duke Villas 0.6 mi
War Memorial 0.7 mi
War Memorial 0.7 mi
New Road 0.8 mi
New Road 0.8 mi

Groceries

Hartley Farm Shop 0.5 mi
The Co-operative Food 1.1 mi
Tesco 3 mi
Waitrose 3.1 mi
Heath Stores 4.8 mi
Spar 5.2 mi
Sainsbury's 5.8 mi

Family days out

Puzzle Forest 2.9 mi
Cone Hunters 2.9 mi
Locket Green 4.8 mi
The Shipwreck 5.2 mi
Adventure 5.2 mi

Must see

Bedgebury National Pinetum & Forest 3 mi

Sissinghurst Castle Garden 3.6 mi

Scotney Castle 4.3 mi

Bodiam Castle 7 mi

Great Dixter House and Gardens 7.4 mi

National Trust

Sissinghurst Castle Garden 3.1 mi

Scotney Castle 4.3 mi

Sprivers Garden 4.7 mi

Bodiam Castle 6.4 mi

Smallhythe Place 9 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

SISSINGHURST COURT 2.4 mi

BEDGEBURY NATIONAL PINETUM 2.5 mi

HARTRIDGE HOUSE 2.7 mi

BENENDEN 3.1 mi

SISSINGHURST CASTLE 3.6 mi

Local events

Glyndebourne Festival (Thursday, 21 May 2026 – Thursday, 21 May 2026)
Lewes, East Sussex 24.4 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.

Policies

Booking terms and conditions

Admission

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

Arrivals and departures

Late arrivals must notify the park as soon as possible. Your booking will be held for 24 hours. After this period the management reserves the right to relet your unit.
No refunds/discounts for inclement weather, late arrivals or early departures.
Please pick any available pitch on arrival.
The site will send you further check-in information 3 day(s) before your arrival.

Changes to your holiday

Bookings cannot be amended within 30 day(s) of arrival.

Dogs

Dogs must be kept on leads and supervised at all times.

Extras

Motorbike(s) can be brought instead of the car(s) included.

General

Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
In the event of a complaint, please speak to reception immediately. Complaints which are not brought to the management's attention during your stay cannot be dealt with once you have left the site.
Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
Quiet hours must be respected between 9:30 p.m. and 7:30 a.m..
Radio, music and TV players must be kept at a low volume. Car doors and boots must be closed quietly.
The management reserves the right to deny access or terminate the stay of those guests whose behaviour is deemed unsuitable. No refunds will be offered.
The site is not liable for any refund in the event of force majeure.

Hired accommodation

No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.
Your unit must be left clean and tidy; a fine of £30.00 will be charged for unclean units upon departure.

Occupancy

No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.

Reception

If reception is closed on arrival: please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Safety

Barbecues are permitted but must be raised off the ground and attended by an adult at all times.
Firearms are not permitted.
Firepits are permitted but must be raised off the ground and attended by an adult at all times.
Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.
Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.

Vehicles

No cars/motorbikes by the pitch/unit. All cars must be parked in the designated area.

Payment terms

Frequently asked questions

Does Glassenbury Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
Is Glassenbury Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
What attractions are near Glassenbury Camping? There are plenty of great places to walk in this area, but a particular favourite is Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest (15 minutes' drive) – and as well as the walking trails … Read more

When can I check in and check out of Glassenbury Camping?

Camping and touring
Arrive:	1 p.m. –	7 p.m.
Depart by:	11 a.m.
On-site accommodation
Arrive:	3 p.m. –	8 p.m.
Depart by:	11 a.m.

How much does it cost to stay at Glassenbury Camping? From £28 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.

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What customers say

Lovely stay at a peaceful and beautiful camp site.

Overall

Absolutely beautiful campsite. The views were…

Overall

Everything about the place from the…

Overall

Huge pitches, amazing views and sunsets,…

Overall

Such a peaceful campsite. Incredible sunsets,…

Overall

Brilliant site, all the essentials, well…

Overall

Lovely and very clean campsite, very…

Overall

Superb site, great facilities and staff

Overall

Lovely time with beautiful views. Would deffinetly come back again

Overall

Not crowded at all. Loves the…

Overall

Leisure on site

Amenities on site

Groups welcome

Rules

Themes

Utilities

Nearby amenities

Type

Nearby leisure

Timezone

GPS

Nearest transport

Food and drink

Parks and play

Public transport

Groceries

Family days out

Must see

National Trust

Cycle routes

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Local events

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