Hawthorne Trench Campsite
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- Pick-your-own pitches at a spacious farm site half a mile from Elham
- Canterbury, Hythe beach and two animal parks within a half-hour drive
- Simple facilities; tours available of World War I trenches on site
Campground type
- Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Bookings must not be for more than 14 consecutive nights.
- No cars/motorbikes by the pitch/unit. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
- Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
- Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Fri, 27 June to
Reviews
100% would recommend this campground to a friend
99% would stay here again
What customers say
This peaceful spot has massive, neat sites in gorgeous scenery, great for nature lovers. Guests rave about the friendly owner, Richard, and the clean, basic facilities. Nearby pubs and walks are a plus. The WWI trench tour is a must-do. Perfect for a quiet, spacious break.
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A real gem close to the shuttle and ferry’s. The very spacious…
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Liked A real gem close to the shuttle and ferry’s. The very spacious pitches and wide views make you feel all on your own, just what we like so much in (almost) wild camping. It is a very pleasant site to stay a few days to explore Kent, normally for us an area we just pass by on the motorways. We love the small roads, the beautiful small villages and pubs.
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Beautiful surroundings and extremely well maintained pitches. Richard the owner was friendly…
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Liked Beautiful surroundings and extremely well maintained pitches. Richard the owner was friendly and welcoming, and the area is stunning. Went for walks and bike rides and the village of Elham is lovely. Folkestone and Hythe are nearby - very highly recommended. The loos and shower are basic but clean and there’s even a fridge to keep buts cold which was a bonus.
Disliked That we couldn’t stay longer :(
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Peaceful site, friendly owner, clean facilities. What's not to like?
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Liked Peaceful site with loads of space. Very friendly owner who is often around checking all is OK. He goes above and beyond by providing a fridge with tea coffee and milk with a kettle campers can use. Fire pits available to hire. The facilities are basic but that is clearly noted in the description and the reviews so I was fully prepared for it. The toilets being in a portaloo type building (just to note the toilets are NOT portaloos, they're fully plumbed in flushing toilets) sometimes have an "aroma" but I think that was a lot to do with the heat of the weather. Despite this, they were clearly very clean and always fully stocked with loo roll. I would most certainly choose basic loos over a busy site any day. August summer holidays and the place felt empty due to the huge amount of space.
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Open space, proximity to the village and a pub (about 1 mile),…
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Liked Open space, proximity to the village and a pub (about 1 mile), and the owner.
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Tutto, essenziale nella sua perfezione. Adatto per bimbi piccoli, liberi di correre…
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Liked Tutto, essenziale nella sua perfezione. Adatto per bimbi piccoli, liberi di correre nel prato immenso. A stretto contatto con la natura, ovunque ci si giri ci sono pecore, cavalli, volatili e soprattutto la meravigliosa campagna!
Disliked Tutto perfetto
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Highly reccomended
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Liked Huge campsite with loads of space between pitches. Owner was really nice and helpful.very quiet, very clean.
Disliked Toilets and shower are basic, and a bit of a walk frok the furthest pitches
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Great for back to basics camping
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Liked Friendly staff and lots of space
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lovely views and great hospitality…
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Liked lovely views and great hospitality
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Amazing view, friendly owner, toilet and shower, everything you need. Richard the…
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Liked Amazing view, friendly owner, toilet and shower, everything you need. Richard the owner also showed us the trench and talked through. We had amazing weekend.
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Beautiful campsite with gorgeous views of the Kent countryside. Really liked the…
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Liked Beautiful campsite with gorgeous views of the Kent countryside. Really liked the large pick your own pitches and the limited amount of pitches so everyone had loads of space. Good facilities, clean toilets and a good shower, plus fridge, washing station, tea coffee and a kettle. Very friendly owner who was really helpful. Loved seeing the horses, cows and sheep. A perfect break away from it all to get back to nature and chill out. Lovely village pub as well.
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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 WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry 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 No dogs allowed No pets allowedThemes
Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearbyType
Farm Small (11-25 sites)Nearby leisure
Cycling nearby Golf nearby Restaurant nearbyLocation
Hawthorne Trench Campsite
Roundhill Farm
Cullens Hill
Elham
Kent
England
CT4 6UJ
Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
51.15251°N
1.09954°E
Route directions
Nearest transport
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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
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Sandgate | 9.2 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Hythe | 9.8 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Folkestone | 10.1 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Dymchurch | 15.9 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
St Mary'S Bay (Kent) | 17.8 km | Sea | Good | N/A | Good | Good |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Romney Hythe & Dymchurch Railway 9.2 km
Port Lympne Wild Animal Park 10.8 km
Howletts Wild Animal Park 13.2 km
St Augustine's Abbey 13.9 km
Canterbury Tales 14 km
National Trust
The White Cliffs of Dover 16.9 km
South Foreland Lighthouse 19 km
Smallhythe Place 30.8 km
Lamb House 34.1 km
Sissinghurst Castle Garden 37 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Cheriton Hill 6.3 km
BROOME PARK 6.8 km
SANDLING PARK 8 km
Hythe - Lympne - Royal Military Canal - Hythe 9.1 km
HATCH PARK 11 km
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.
Nearest campgrounds
Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable campgrounds.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Hawthorne Trench Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Hawthorne Trench Campsite dog friendly? No View all features
- What attractions are near Hawthorne Trench Campsite? You're never too far from sand or shingle days here: Hythe beach (20 minutes' drive) and Folkestone's harbour (20 minutes) are popular spots for pottering about by the coast, plus there's easy … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Hawthorne Trench Campsite?
Camping and caravan Arrive: 2 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: noon - How much does it cost to stay at Hawthorne Trench Campsite? From $41.23 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.