Goldpark Leisure

6.6 151 reviews
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Views of elham valley
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Main building with toilets, showers and reception
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  • Scenic location in the Elham valley, seven miles from Canterbury
  • In the North Downs, a 12-mile drive from the Channel Tunnel
  • Easy access to the M20 and the A2
Ever been to the Elham valley? It's a right pretty part of the North Downs, made up of a chalk valley and set between Folkestone and Canterbury: the 22.5-mile Elham Valley Way is right pretty and right recommended too. If you're seeking a stay around these parts (also recommended, to put up tired feet), have a look at Goldpark Leisure right in the valley and surrounded by the striking scenery for which the valley is renowned. It's about seven miles from Folkestone and Canterbury and under 10 from Dover's white cliffs, or you could go on further adventures as it's also only 12 miles from the Channel Tunnel… The site has an amenities building with a toilet and shower room also suitable for disabled guests, a washing-up area and a reception with helpful info on the local area. Leave the car behind once you get here: the bus stop outside the Goldpark Leisure gate has services to take adventurers to both the Kent settlements nearby. If you do want to drive, there's easy access from the site to the M20 and the A2.

Site type

Tent sites 10
Caravan sites 10
Motorhome sites 10
Open all year
Opens

Languages spoken

English

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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/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Car parking by site/unit 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 Wifi

Groups 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

Themes

Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby

Type

Medium (26-50 sites)

Nearby leisure

Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Caravan storage facilities Seasonal sites

Location

Goldpark Leisure

Canterbury Road

Wigmore

Elham

Kent

England

CT4 6LP

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)

GPS

51.18127°N
1.13556°E

Nearest transport

Coach
9.3 km New Dover Road Park and Ride Terminal
11.2 km Bus Station
11.3 km Old Park Barracks
Rail
6.6 km Shepherds Well Rail Station
6.6 km Snowdown Rail Station
7.3 km Aylesham Rail Station
Ferry
9.5 km Folkestone Eurotunnel Terminal
14.5 km Dover Western Docks Ferry Terminal
14.7 km Dover Eastern Docks Ferry Terminal
Airport
24 km Kent International Airport
28.9 km Lydd London Ashford 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

The chalk downlands of the Elham valley are the suggested starting point for hikes around the area; if you're feeling energetic, make it your mission to do the whole 22.5-mile route of the Elham Valley Way, starting at Hythe and finishing, like certain pilgrims, at Canterbury Cathedral. Rest up when you arrive then investigate the cathedral further: Canterbury's most famed landmark is the oldest cathedral in England and is of course where Chaucer's lot amused themselves in quarantine by telling many tales. The Canterbury Tales is an award-winning attraction in the city (yes, yes, as well as a book); after that, wander around the shops and pubs before an evening in one of Canterbury's restaurants. And then perhaps another pub… Also have a wander around the 90 acres of ancient parkland of nearby Howletts Zoo Park, where animals to see include lions, tigers, rhinos and elephants.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Folkestone 11.7 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Sandgate 12.3 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Hythe 13.5 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
St Margaret`S Bay 17.8 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Deal Castle 19.4 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Howletts Wild Animal Park 9.6 km

St Augustine's Abbey 11.2 km

Canterbury Cathedral 11.4 km

Canterbury Tales 11.5 km

Canterbury Roman Museum 11.5 km

National Trust

The White Cliffs of Dover 15.2 km

South Foreland Lighthouse 17 km

Smallhythe Place 34.4 km

Lamb House 38.2 km

Stoneacre 39.7 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

BROOME PARK 2.9 km

Cheriton Hill 8.8 km

WALDERSHARE PARK 9.5 km

GOODNESTONE PARK 9.6 km

Kearsney Court 9.9 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.

Reviews

6.6

Overall rating from 151 Pitchup.com customers

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Budget/backpacker

59% would recommend this site to a friend

60% would stay here again
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Ruhige gegend , saubere Toiletten alles…

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Faris H.

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Liked Ruhige gegend , saubere Toiletten alles bestens

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Fantastic rustic site…

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Anonymous

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Liked Fantastic rustic site

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Friendly staff. Fantastic hot showers. Location…

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Anonymous

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Liked Friendly staff. Fantastic hot showers. Location within Kent Downs.

Disliked None

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Definitely will go back

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Patricia H.

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Liked Quietness, even though there was a busy road, we had a pitch on the far side of the site
Nice to have a quiet place (maybe it was out of season) basic yes, everything was clean, showers were lovely and hot, clean toilets and washing up area.

We were met by Caz who was lovely, there’s a bus stop at the end of the drive

Recommend to friends Visit again

lovley ground with nice people…

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steven M.

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Liked lovley ground with nice people

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great location for walkers

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Jennie W.

Powered grass site

Liked Great location for walking in the Elham Valley. Toilets and showers were clean. Site manager was available, friendly and helpful

Disliked Needed hooks and shelves near sinks. Close to a busy road, but it was quiet at night.

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Nice and quiet, good toilet, shower…

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Gideon E.

Unpowered grass site

Liked Nice and quiet, good toilet, shower and washing up facilities.

Recommend to friends Visit again

A great rural escape

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William F.

Powered grass site

Liked Incredibly quiet , incredible dark skies ( Milky Way was clearly visible) beautiful autumnal walks, good facilities. Friendly staff.

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It’s a nice little place we…

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Sam Y.

Powered grass site

Liked It’s a nice little place we have stayed a couple times on are way through to and from Dover

Disliked Toilet block could do with updating but clean and tidy and plenty of loo roll so that’s a bonus lol

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Great place Great price…

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Anonymous

Powered grass site

Liked Great place
Great price

Recommend to friends Visit again

Frequently asked questions

  • Does Goldpark Leisure have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Goldpark Leisure dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Goldpark Leisure? The chalk downlands of the Elham valley are the suggested starting point for hikes around the area; if you're feeling energetic, make it your mission to do the whole 22.5-mile route of … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Goldpark Leisure?
    Camping and caravan
    Arrive:  9 a.m. –  10 p.m.
    Depart by:  12:30 p.m.
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