Orchard Camping
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- Pop-up campsite in a Kent orchard five minutes’ drive from Higham
- Rochester, Historic Dockyard Chatham and Diggerland 15 minutes’ drive
- Quiet off-grid pitches shaded by trees; pubs within 15 minutes’ drive
Site type
This site has no on-site shower facilities.
- Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- 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.
- At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.
- Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
- Bookings must not consist of more than 1 different households.
- There are no bins onsite: all rubbish will need to be taken home with you.
- 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.
- Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Fri, 17 May to
Pitch types & availability
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Features
Portable toilet
Pop-up campsite
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 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 Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowedThemes
Budget/backpacker Forest Peaceful Spectacular scenery Wild campingUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Farm Pop-up campsite Tiny (1-10 pitches)Accessibility
Disabled facilitiesNearby leisure
Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Restaurant nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Orchard Camping
Church Street
Higham
Kent
England
ME3 7LH
Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
51.43477°N
0.46658°W
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 |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Leigh Bell Wharf | 17.3 km | Estuary | Good | N/A | Poor | N/A |
Southend Chalkwell | 18.3 km | Estuary | N/A | Good | N/A | Good |
Southend Westcliff Bay | 18.9 km | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Southend Three Shells | 20.2 km | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Good |
Sheerness | 20.4 km | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Rochester Castle 5.6 km
Rochester Cathedral 5.7 km
Dickens World 5.9 km
The Historic Dockyard Chatham 6.2 km
Red House (The National Trust) 23.4 km
National Trust
Cobham Wood and Mausoleum 6.4 km
Owletts 6.8 km
St John's Jerusalem 16.2 km
Rainham Hall 21.3 km
Stoneacre 21.8 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
SHORNE MARSHES (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 03/07/2000) 2.4 km
CLIFFE POOLS (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 11/10/2001) 3.5 km
Strood - Higham - Gravesend 4.6 km
COBHAM HALL 5.4 km
Saxon Shore Way - Hoo Marina - Lower Upnor 5.7 km
Local events
- All Points East (Saturday 17 August 2024 – Saturday 17 August 2024)
London, England 36.9 km
- British Summer Time (Friday 5 July 2024 – Friday 5 July 2024)
London, England 44.6 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
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Want to know more about camping in Kent?
- Does Orchard Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Orchard Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Orchard Camping? Local attractions and activities include: - Horse riding: 10 minutes’ drive - Rochester (historic town): 15 minutes - Diggerland Kent: 15 minutes - Historic Dockyard Chatham: 15 minutes - Bluewater Shopping Centre: … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Orchard Camping?
Camping and touring Arrive: 2:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Depart by: 10:30 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Orchard Camping? From €35.50 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.