Cole Farm Seriously Wild Camping

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Camping fields at sunset
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Lots of options for hilltop walks
Peaceful camping fields
Sunset over the camping fields

  • Wild camping with only one pitch per field on a scenic Kent farm
  • English Channel views and a 15-minute drive from South Coast beaches
  • North Downs walking and cycling hotspot; five minutes’ walk from a pub
Sitting on one of the highest points in Kent, Cole Farm Seriously Wild Camping overlooks the Folkestone Downs and English Channel, with France just visible on very clear days. It’s been a working farm for centuries, and the open fields are still home to a small herd of cows. The pop-up camping concept here is simple: there is just one tent per field, so you can have a genuinely solitary wild camping adventure amid a pretty remote landscape. There’s a small toilet block on site, but otherwise you’re on your own so bring in water, torches and any food for cooking on your campfire. A few people live on the farm, and they’re on hand for any questions or advice. Other than them, it’s just you, the field and the occasional inquisitive cow. There are some spectacular walking and cycling routes nearby, including the North Downs Way, Saxon Shore Way and King Charles III England Coast Path – and handily it’s only five minutes' stroll from the local pub when all you need is a decent pint.

Site type

Tent sites 6
Open now
Opens 1 July
Please note
  • This campground/park has no on-site shower facilities.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Tue, 1 Jul to

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Location
9
Value for money
10
Accommodation
9
Facilities / Activities
7
Customer service
10
Child friendliness
10
Cleanliness
9
Wifi
5

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100% would stay here again

What customers say

Brilliant wild camping on a working farm. Loads of space, privacy, amazing views (some over to France!). Owner super friendly & helpful. Basic facilities a short walk away. Perfect balance of being looked after with a true wild feel. Entrance could be better.

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Beautiful location with amazing views. The people at the farm are lovely…

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Dhananjay M.

Unpowered grass tent or trailer tent site

Liked Beautiful location with amazing views. The people at the farm are lovely - welcoming and helpful. It really strikes the perfect balance: you feel looked after, but it still has that proper wild camping feel. Would definitely recommend.

Disliked Nothing to dislike — it’s exactly what we hoped for.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent choice for families/friends or couples

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Devin L.

Unpowered grass tent or trailer tent site

Liked The site, space, views and privacy are all great. The owner Jamie is very accommodating and friendly, always available if necessary. Sea views in some areas and on site toilets no more than 5 or so minutes walk. Lots of dogs and cows to chill with 🙏

Recommend to friends Visit again

Brilliant wild camping on a working farm with tons of space

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John N.

Unpowered grass tent or trailer tent site

Liked Great spot - loads of space, an entire field to ourselves, gorgeous views across the valley and out to the sea (we could see France!). There were other campers but nowhere near us, never heard anyone. Rustic (only basic facilities) but ideal for our purposes. Very friendly and helpful host on site. Would stay here again in a heartbeat.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Can’t wait to come back, we had the best time, Jamie & Ken were great

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Molly M.

Unpowered grass tent or trailer tent site

Liked Having your own field truly made the camping experience so much better and the views were incredible!

Disliked The entrance to the campsite could do with a little clear up.

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Features

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 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 Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping 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

Type

Farm Pop-up campground Tiny (1-10 sites)

Nearby leisure

Cycling nearby Horse riding nearby

Location

Cole Farm Seriously Wild Camping

Paddlesworth

Folkestone

Kent

England

CT18 8AD

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

51.11387°N
1.1326°E

Nearest transport

Coach
4.6 km War Memorial
4.6 km War Memorial
4.7 km The Fountain
Rail
3.6 km Folkestone West Rail Station
4.3 km Folkestone Central Rail Station
5.3 km Sandling Rail Station
Ferry
2.2 km Folkestone Eurotunnel Terminal
12.8 km Dover Western Docks Ferry Terminal
13.7 km Dover Eastern Docks Ferry Terminal
Airport
22.5 km Lydd London Ashford Airport
30.3 km 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

Local attractions and activities include: - Kent Downs National Landscape (walks and cycle rides): direct access - Golf club: 10 minutes’ drive - Folkestone (beach and castle): 15 minutes - Hythe Beach: 15 minutes - Sandgate Beach: 20 minutes - Eurotunnel Terminal Building: 20 minutes - Dover Ferry Port: 20 minutes - National Trust - The White Cliffs of Dover: 25 minutes.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Sandgate 4.8 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Folkestone 5.4 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Hythe 6.5 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Dymchurch 13.7 km Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
St Mary'S Bay (Kent) 15.6 km Sea GoodN/AGoodGood

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Romney Hythe & Dymchurch Railway 6.4 km

Port Lympne Wild Animal Park 10 km

Roman Painted House 12.5 km

Dover Castle 13.2 km

White Cliffs of Dover 14.5 km

National Trust

The White Cliffs of Dover 14.5 km

South Foreland Lighthouse 16.9 km

Smallhythe Place 31.5 km

Lamb House 33.4 km

Sissinghurst Castle Garden 39 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Cheriton Hill 1.4 km

SANDLING PARK 6.2 km

Hythe - Lympne - Royal Military Canal - Hythe 6.3 km

BROOME PARK 9.2 km

Kearsney Court 10.1 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 Cole Farm Seriously Wild Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Cole Farm Seriously Wild Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Cole Farm Seriously Wild Camping? Local attractions and activities include: - Kent Downs National Landscape (walks and cycle rides): direct access - Golf club: 10 minutes’ drive - Folkestone (beach and castle): 15 minutes - Hythe Beach: … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Cole Farm Seriously Wild Camping?
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Cole Farm Seriously Wild Camping? From $89.95 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.