The Hop Farm
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- Spacious park spread across 500 acres of Kent countryside
- Five minutes' drive from Paddock Wood station and trains to London
- Access to the River Medway for canoeing and fishing
Site type
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Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.
- Group bookings of 6 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
- Single-sex bookings of 4 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Twin axle vehicles are not permitted on site.
- Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
- Reception is unmanned after 5:30 p.m.. Please inform the site while on your way there should you expect to arrive after this time, so that the team can provide information about your unit/pitch.
- At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.
- A cable measuring at least 5 metres is needed for the electric hook-ups.
- Units longer than 10 metres are not allowed.
- Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
- Groups where half or more members are aged between 17-25 are not accepted via Pitchup.com. Throughout the year large events take place and the site is open to the public. The nearby visitor attraction/children rides are closed for refurbishment.
Languages spoken
English
This site is a member of The Family Parks Group group.
Pitch types & availability
Non-electric grass pitch
6 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 10m width × 10m depth
Calculated area: 100m²
Arrival daysFrom £23 (£23)
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Electric hardstanding and grass pitch
6 people maximum Ground type: Hardstanding and grass
Pitch size: Max 8m width × 9m depth
Calculated area: 72m²
Arrival daysFrom £25 (£25)
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Electric grass pitch
6 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 7m width × 7m depth
Calculated area: 49m²
Arrival daysFrom £31.50 (£31.50)
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Reviews
86% would recommend this site to a friend
85% would stay here again
What customers say
Spacious site, great for watersports with friendly staff. Clean facilities generally, but could be improved. Peaceful, though some noise reported. Hop Farm closure a let-down for some expecting attractions.
Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews
So much space to choose from. No need to pitch up directly…
Non-electric grass pitch
Liked So much space to choose from. No need to pitch up directly next to others. Great value for money. We were swarmed by flying ants on our stay, but that can't be helped. Overall very pleased with our stay, and will definitely recommend and return
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From the manager: Thank you for choosing to stay with us and for taking the time to leave a review.
The flying ants are definitely annoying I believe they are not around for long but decided to come out in their hordes whilst you were trying to enjoy your stay.
We hope to see you again soon.
100% will be booking again! Clean facilities, large pitches, privacy!
Non-electric grass pitch
Liked The size of the fields are huge! Even though fairly busy, everyone was so spread out through each field you wouldn’t have known how busy it was at all. Very much a wild camp feel to it and brilliant facilities too!
Disliked Nothing to dislike in my opinion.
If you chose to pitch up in the furthest away fields, expect a bit of a walk to the toilets/showers/washing up area, other wise just drive.
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From the manager: Thank you for choosing to stay with us over the weekend of the 25th and 26th July and that you enjoyed yourselves.
We look forward to seeing you again.
Amazing stay, in the middle of nature. So private and peacefully…
Non-electric grass pitch
Liked Amazing stay, in the middle of nature. So private and peacefully
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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 welcoming you again.
Everything…
Non-electric grass pitch
Liked Everything
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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.
A lovely peaceful weekend stay
Electric grass pitch
Liked Loved the venue and the close proximity to lovely walks and local village, The toilets were well maintained during our stay. Our pitch was nice and level with water available adjacent to the hook up, overall a nice stay.
Disliked People not sticking to speed limit and drivers not giving way to pedestrians at all times, other than that nothing to dislike.
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From the manager: Thank you for choosing to stay with us and leaving a lovely review.
I totally agree with your dislikes, perhaps the 5MPH signs and the hand out given when checking-in are not clear enough for some drivers.
We look forward to welcoming you again.
Friendly staff
Non-electric grass pitch
Liked Really like the peace and quiet
Disliked Toilets get dirty quickly
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From the manager: Thank you for choosing to stay with us and for taking the time to leave a review.
We are happy that you enjoyed your stay and we look forward to seeing you again soon.
Was a lovely weekend!! Toilets and showers are very clean.…
Non-electric grass pitch
Liked Was a lovely weekend!! Toilets and showers are very clean.
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From the manager: Thank you for choosing to stay with us and for taking the time to leave a review.
We look forward to welcoming you again.
Amazing weekend stay paddock wood nearest village love ly cafe good sh
Non-electric grass pitch
Liked Space river good atmosphere showers toilet ok
Disliked Nothing
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From the manager: Thank you for choosing to stay with us and sharing your photos.
We look forward to your next visit.
Nice clean camping site ,,,for sure we come back again…
Electric grass pitch
Liked Nice clean camping site ,,,for sure we come back again
Disliked No
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From the manager: Thank you for choosing to stay with us on the weekend of the 25th and 26th July and that you enjoyed yourselves.
We look forward to seeing you again soon.
Rude managers, dirty site
Non-electric grass pitch
Liked We liked the river nearby as we brought Kayaks with us.
Disliked The staff and the site. Loud music playing till 3am and although there was an emergency contact no one came out and dealt with their problematic guests.
It was expensive for what it was.
Facilities were always dirty and out of toilet roll.
Nothing for children to do (as advertised on the website)
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From the manager: I am sorry you did not enjoy your stay of the weekend of the 25th and 26th July.
We do a site check at 10pm to make sure there is no music playing, the Saturday evening we only had to ask 1 pitch to turn their music off. We do come out again if called on the 24 hr mobile number printed on the front of every check-in card, unfortunately you sent an email to the office at 238am on the 27th July which I replied to just after 9am when we opened the office(the office is not open 24 hours per day).
The Hop Farm Website and Pitch-up do not advertise as having entertainment or play parks.
The toilets and showers have 3 daily cleans, however leading up to a clean they will be fairly dirty especially as there had been rain causing a fair amount of mud being walked into them.
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 +0100 (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 | 37.2 km | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Minster Leas | 38.6 km | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Winchelsea | 39.7 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| St Leonards | 40.5 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Bexhill | 40.8 km | Sea | N/A | N/A | N/A | Good |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Ightham Mote 10.8 km
Scotney Castle 11.9 km
Bedgebury National Pinetum & Forest 14.8 km
Penshurst Place and Gardens 14.9 km
Knole 15 km
National Trust
Sprivers Garden 7.9 km
Old Soar Manor 8.4 km
Ightham Mote 10.9 km
Scotney Castle 12 km
Stoneacre 14 km
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 2.2 km
Hartlake Bridge - Hadlow - Golden Green - Hartlake Bridge 4.4 km
Janet's Walk: Matfield - Paddock Wood - Matfield 5.7 km
MEREWORTH CASTLE 5.9 km
OXEN HOATH 6.2 km
Local events
- All Points East (Friday 22 August 2025 – Friday 22 August 2025)
London, England 47.8 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 sites
Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does The Hop Farm have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is The Hop Farm dog friendly? No 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 €26.49 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.