Pete's Field

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Quiet off-grid site in the Kent countryside
A 15-minute drive from Folkestone and Hythe on the coast
Firepits permitted in the spacious car-free field; walk to the pub

Canvas is king at this tents-only site in the Kent countryside. Between Folkestone beach, 20 minutes’ drive away and the history city of Canterbury, half an hour’s drive away, this is a place for getting back to basics. Pete’s Field is a summer-only site, which pops up on a farm in the Kent Downs for six weeks in July and August only. As such, expect simple facilities and, of course, the simple pleasures of a stay in the countryside. All of the pitches here are grassy and off-grid. There's no electric hook-up, cars are not allowed in the field and amplified music of any kind (even from your mobile phone) is not permitted. If you like the sound of getting back-to-basics for a few days with campfires and stars instead of TikTok and TV, you might just like it here. The car-free policy means that adults can relax and kids can run free in the field. Things change from year to year, but you may find hammocks, hay bales and tree swings or simply entertain yourself by watching the rural life in the surrounding fields. The facilities are basic, consisting of no more than a little container with a few flushing loos and a couple of open-air bucket showers. There's hot water and no roof, so look up at the trees and the sky as you shower. The washing-up sinks are also open-air. Aside from that, there’s a little ‘Rainy Day Trailer’ for shelter in any downpours and logs for sale… and the amiable hosts, Amy and Pete, are happy to provide tips on the local area. The site is in the hamlet of Paddlesworth in the hills above Folkestone and has a drinks-only pub (open on select evenings) five minutes’ walk away, an ancient church, access to the North Downs Way (less than a mile away) or countryside footpaths from just outside the farm. The Channel Tunnel and Dover Port are under 15 minutes’ drive away.

Site type

Languages spoken

English

Features

No 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

Car parking by pitch/unit

Composting toilet

Disabled facilities

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

No dogs allowed

Themes

Peaceful

Walkers' paradise

Utilities

Charging facilities

Chemical disposal

Electric car charging point(s)

Gas cylinders available

Recycling available

Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby

Dog walk nearby

Type

Farm

Small (11-25 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby

Horse riding nearby

Watersports nearby

Location

Pete's Field

Cole Farm

Teddars Leas Road

Paddlesworth

Kent

England

CT18 8AD

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)

GPS

51.11423°N
1.13243°W

Nearest transport

Coach

2.9 mi War Memorial

2.9 mi The Fountain

Rail

2.3 mi Folkestone West Rail Station

2.7 mi Folkestone Central Rail Station

3.3 mi Sandling Rail Station

Ferry

1.4 mi Folkestone Eurotunnel Terminal

8 mi Dover Western Docks Ferry Terminal

8.5 mi Dover Eastern Docks Ferry Terminal

Airport

14 mi Lydd London Ashford Airport

18.8 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

Attractions and activities nearby include: - Kent Battle of Britain Museum Trust (collection of World War II planes and a tearoom): 20 minutes’ walk - Terlingham Vineyard (tours and tastings of English still and sparkling wines): 35 minutes - Elham Valley Line Trust (small museum about the historic railway and countryside life with a miniature and model railway): 45 minutes - Hythe (independent shops, beach and rowing boats for hire on the canal): 15 minutes’ drive - Folkestone (sand and shingle beaches, a growing food and arts scene, cobbled high street, historic harbour with fishing boats, restaurants and seafood stalls; live events, open-air cinema and other attractions; museum, indoor climbing wall and skate park): 15 minutes - Romney Hythe & Dymchurch Railway (gauge light railway popular with kids; station in Hythe): 15 minutes - Sandgate beach: 20 minutes - Dover (port, castle and famed white cliffs): 25 minutes - Canterbury Cathedral (UNESCO World Heritage Site): half an hour.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name	Distance	Type	2020	2019	2018	2017
Sandgate	3 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Folkestone	3.4 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Hythe	4.1 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Dymchurch	8.6 mi	Sea	N/A	Good	Good	Good
St Mary'S Bay (Kent)	9.7 mi	Sea	Good	N/A	Good	Good

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Romney Hythe & Dymchurch Railway 4 mi

Port Lympne Wild Animal Park 6.2 mi

Roman Painted House 7.8 mi

Dover Castle 8.2 mi

White Cliffs of Dover 9 mi

National Trust

The White Cliffs of Dover 9 mi

South Foreland Lighthouse 10.5 mi

Smallhythe Place 19.6 mi

Lamb House 20.8 mi

Sissinghurst Castle Garden 24.2 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Cheriton Hill 0.9 mi

SANDLING PARK 3.9 mi

Hythe - Lympne - Royal Military Canal - Hythe 3.9 mi

BROOME PARK 5.7 mi

Kearsney Court 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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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

Excellent site with clean facilities and friendly, helpful staff

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Ben M. Aug 2022

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: Really helpful and friendly site owners Toilet facilities kept super clean Choice of pitch location Haybales, swings and hammocks kept children entertained Car free field meant safe environment for children to run around Great location 10 mins from Folkestone and just over half an hour from Whitstable Bucket showers were great and really spacious

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First a compliment to Amy en Pete for their warm welcome, their…

Overall	10/10
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Anonymous Aug 2022

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: First a compliment to Amy en Pete for their warm welcome, their interest in other people and on how helpful they are. We loved the camping site because it 's remote, yet nearby places of interest. Because it 's clean and safe, because you can pick a pitch yourself and because everything seems so easy going, yet is very well organised. At last a thank you to Pete, because we could take pictures of his ingenieus shower to build the same one at home! We are only sorry we couldn't stay longer, because we had a ferry to catch!

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Brilliant off grid with great facilities. A real camping experience.

Overall	10/10
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Wifi	No rating

Anne D. Aug 2022

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: Gorgeous views, peace and quiet, every aspect well thought out. Big spaces between pitched. Car free field added to calmness. Bucket showers brilliant. Extremely helpful hosts. Wonderful for children. Great value for money.

Disliked: Nothing to duslike

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Vriendelijke ontvangst, bijzondere douches, mooi uitzicht…

Overall	8/10
Location	8
Value for money	8
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Thijs K. Aug 2022

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: Vriendelijke ontvangst, bijzondere douches, mooi uitzicht

Disliked: Schuine veld voor de tent

Recommend to friends Visit again

Peaceful campsite, amazing views!

Overall	10/10
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Wifi	No rating

Janos M. Aug 2022

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: Loved the view, location, showers are very unique. Very peaceful! 15mins from Folkestone , 20 mins away from Dover!

Disliked: None

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Pete's field is beautifully located and perfect for a stop on the…

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Anonymous Aug 2022

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: Pete's field is beautifully located and perfect for a stop on the North Downs Way. Both Amy and Pete are very kind and forthcoming, Amy even gave me a lift to a supermarket after a long and hot day hiking. Facilities are great - I especially loved the bucket showers, shampoo and shower gel were provided. There were a few other hikers, cyclists and families, with plenty of space between pitches, it was all in all very peaceful :)

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We loved everything about Pete’s field! Amy and Pete were fantastic hosts.…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
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Amanda B. Aug 2022

Bell tent

Liked: We loved everything about Pete’s field! Amy and Pete were fantastic hosts. The space was beautiful and very peaceful. The facilities were fantastic and extremely clean. You MUST have a bucket shower! Toiletries are included and quite luxurious! We stayed in a bell tent and this included beds, chairs, cool box, fire pit with wood for the first night and a box containing everything you would need for camping (cups, glasses, cutlery, plate and a camping stove with gas). We really enjoyed our stay and enjoyed exploring the surrounding area. It’s an ideal location for Folkestone, Dymchurch, Hythe, Deal etc We’re already planning our trip back! Thanks Amy and Pete!

Disliked: There were quite a few wasps around (maybe just time of year?), so makes sure you bring bug spray and bite cream etc

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Could not recommend more!

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

Ashley T. Jul 2022

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: Facilities, atmosphere, hosts, surrounding nature, farm, bbqs, showers

Disliked: Nothing to note

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What attractions are near Pete's Field? Attractions and activities nearby include: - Kent Battle of Britain Museum Trust (collection of World War II planes and a tearoom): 20 minutes’ walk - Terlingham Vineyard (tours and tastings of English … Read more