When can I check in and check out of Barnland Retreat?

Camping and touring Arrive: 12 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. Read more

How much does it cost to stay at Barnland Retreat?

From £25 (for 1 night, 6 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.

Barnland Retreat

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Quiet family-run simple farm site on the Isle of Sheppey
Beaches, aviation museum and farm park all 10 minutes' drive
Spacious pitches with kids, dogs and groups welcome

Families, couples, groups, solo walkers, dog owners… all are welcome at Barnland Retreat, part of a family-run farm in a quiet rural Kent spot over on the east of the Isle of Sheppey. This is a quiet countryside spot with lovely views all around and plenty of nature areas and scenic local footpaths to explore (particularly good news for those of you bringing your dog along for a break). It’s a family-friendly site too, within easy reach of several kid-pleasing days out including trips to the beach or animal encounters at Curly’s Farm (both about 10 minutes’ drive away). Back on the mainland, Kent is packed with other options, from castles and historic cities to beaches, watersports and zoos. Back on site it’s a fairly simple setup, but with various essentials including toilets, a washing-up area, a chemical disposal point and a shared fridge to keep your drinks cool. Pitches are nicely sized, with plenty of space for your barbecue, awning, gazebo and the like. A pub five minutes’ walk away is a handy place to get a drink and meal (weekends only); there are more places to eat and drink, plus shops, in Minster on Sea and Leysdown-on-Sea, both 15 minutes’ drive away.

Site type

Open now

Please note

This site has no on-site shower facilities.

Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
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).
Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Tue, 1 Apr to Fri, 31 Oct 2025

Pitch types & availability

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Features

Pop-up campsite

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/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 Rallies welcome 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

Peaceful Remote location Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Communal fridge Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Shop nearby

Type

Farm Pop-up campsite Small (11-25 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Fishing nearby Golf nearby Indoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

Barnland Retreat

Warden Road

Eastchurch

Kent

England

ME12 4HB

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

51.41169°N
0.89041°E

Nearest transport

Coach

10.5 mi Bus Depot

11.5 mi Travel Centre

Rail

6 mi Sheerness-on-Sea Rail Station

6.1 mi Queenborough Rail Station

6.4 mi Swale Rail Station

Ferry

15 mi Burnham on Crouch Ferry Landing

15.2 mi Wallasea Island Ferry Landing

22.7 mi Gravesend Pier

Airport

13.6 mi London Southend Airport

20.7 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

Being on an island there are of course beaches nearby – try Leysdown beach (10 minutes’ drive) and Minster Leas (15 minutes) for lively family beaches, or Leysdown Coastal Country Park (10 minutes) and Shellness (20 minutes) for more natural seaside areas. While you’re on the island you may also like to check out the ancient tombs in Minster Abbey (10 minutes), see the planes at Eastchurch Aviation Museum (10 minutes) or try out golf and watersports at Barton’s Point Coastal Park (15 minutes). Curly’s Farm (10 minutes) is a popular destination for younger kids, with pigs, goats and owls among the animals you can see – it’s worth knowing that it’s only open in the school holidays and needs to be booked ahead. To see wilder animals, plan a trip to Port Lympne Safari Park, Wingham Wildlife Park or Howletts Wild Animal Park (all just under an hour away). For a dip into local history, head to Leeds Castle (35 minutes), which has heaps of attractions and activities, or spend the day in Canterbury (45 minutes). There’s more beach time in Whitstable (45 minutes) and plenty of walks in the Kent Downs National Landscape (around half an hour).

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name	Distance	Type	2020	2019	2018	2017
Leysdown	1.6 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Good	Excellent
Minster Leas	3.9 mi	Estuary	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Sheerness	6 mi	Estuary	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
West Beach, Whitstable	6.6 mi	Sea	N/A	Good	Good	Good
Tankerton	7.4 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Whitstable Museum and Art Gallery 6.9 mi

West Gate Towers Museum 12.1 mi

Canterbury Heritage Museum 12.2 mi

Canterbury Tales 12.3 mi

Canterbury Roman Museum 12.3 mi

National Trust

Stoneacre 17.5 mi

Cobham Wood and Mausoleum 20.7 mi

Owletts 21.3 mi

Sissinghurst Castle Garden 25 mi

Old Soar Manor 26.9 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

ELMLEY MARSHES (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 08/07/1998) 3.9 mi

MOUNT EPHRAIM 8.2 mi

BLEAN WOODS (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 10/11/2004) 9.5 mi

BELMONT PARK 9.8 mi

DODDINGTON PLACE 9.9 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.

Changes to your holiday

Bookings cannot be amended within 2 day(s) of arrival.

Dogs

Dogs must be kept on leads and supervised at all times.
Guide dogs are allowed on site free of charge.
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).

Extras

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

General

Bookings must not be for more than 14 consecutive nights.
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 facilities are unisex.
Quiet hours must be respected between 10 p.m. and 8 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.
This site has no on-site shower facilities.

Pitches

Minimum spacing of 6 metres between pitches.
Please note, pup tents are to be used for storage purposes only. Guests may not use them for sleeping.

Reception

There is no reception on-site: 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.
Open fires are prohibited.

Taxes

This area is not subject to city tax.

Visitors

Visitors must leave the premises by 10 p.m..

Payment terms

Frequently asked questions

Does Barnland Retreat have a swimming pool? No View all features
Is Barnland Retreat dog friendly? Yes View all features
What attractions are near Barnland Retreat? Being on an island there are of course beaches nearby – try Leysdown beach (10 minutes’ drive) and Minster Leas (15 minutes) for lively family beaches, or Leysdown Coastal Country Park (10 … Read more
When can I check in and check out of Barnland Retreat?

Camping and touring

Arrive: 12 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Depart by: 11 a.m.

Read more
How much does it cost to stay at Barnland Retreat? From £25 (for 1 night, 6 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.