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.
- 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 campground while on your way there should you expect to arrive after this time so that the team can provide information about your unit/site.
- 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.
- 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
7 
Unpowered grass site
6 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 10m width × 10m depth (100m²)
Arrival daysFrom £23 (£23)
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Powered grass site
6 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 7m width × 7m depth (49m²)
Arrival daysFrom £31.50 (£31.50)
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Powered concrete and grass caravan site
6 people maximum Ground type: Concrete and grass
Pitch size: Max 8m width × 9m depth (72m²)
Arrival daysFrom £33 (£33)
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Reviews
86% would recommend this site to a friend
84% would stay here again
What customers say
Spacious fields loved for peace & freedom. Great river access for fun & walks. Clean facilities, friendly staff, relaxed vibe. Electric pitches can be tight, but non-electric are ample. Some noise & maintenance issues noted. On-site attractions closed.
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Last updated 23/06/2026
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Other than the washroom had a fantastic stay
Unpowered grass site
Liked The staff in reception sue and Tim thay was very helpful and friendly toilets clean fields verry clean and well maintained loverly location
Disliked Need some work on the disabled washroom as not fit for disabled ppl
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best place to relax with family…
Unpowered grass site
Liked best place to relax with family or friends,i was there 5 times,and i coming here again and again,best place
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The best time with family!!!…
Unpowered grass site
Liked The best time with family!!!
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From the manager: Thank you for choosing to stay with us and that you enjoyed yourselves.
We look forward to seeing you again.
No issues Site was nice and…
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Anonymous Unpowered grass site
Liked No issues
Site was nice and calm-quiet
Plenty fields to chose from, nice toilet (clean) and water hoses dotted about
Perfect
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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 your next visit.
Great if quiet otherwise taken over by large groups playing loud music
Unpowered grass site
Liked Large fields, freedom of pitch location, loads of space between pitches in the camping pitch
Disliked Large groups playing loud music into early hours of the morning, would not recommend for people seeking relaxing stay or with young children with early bed times
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From the manager: I am sorry you did not enjoy your 1 night stay due to noisy campers not adhering to the site rules.
We did a drive around the campsite from 9pm until 1130pm, there was one large group playing music and we asked them to turn the music off and to be respectful of other campers. It would appear that they turned the music back on, had we been called out we would have gone back to them, our mobile number is printed on the front of the cards which everyone is given when checking-in.
This is not a regular occurence and many guests enjoy their stay and return.
The size of the campground area,…
Anonymous Unpowered grass site
Liked The size of the campground area, though there was a lot of people, the place was great and comfortable for the non electric pitches, a massive open space to camp anywhere. There is a river on the back that allows water activities, swimming, and walking along a path. Fantastic!
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From the manager: Thank you for your loyalty in choosing to stay with us and that you enjoy your visits.
We look forward to your next visit.
Big camp site, loads of walking…
Unpowered grass site
Liked Big camp site, loads of walking spaces. Easy to find.
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From the manager: Thank you for choosing to stay with us for the first time.
We look forward to seeing you again soon.
Nice area but management not great
Unpowered grass site
Liked The ladies toilet blocks and showers were clean
Nice area and not too busy
Disliked Stated on rules given at check in that there was a 10pm noise curfew. No one enforced this and on the first night we had kids screaming and shouting and flashing torches everywhere at 1am and the next night blasting music until gone midnight.
Also fire pit hire was available but they had no logs so had to go to the local coop to get some instead.
Lack of children’s play area - would be great addition to have a play park somewhere on site.
The men’s facilities were not as well kept as the ladies
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From the manager: Thank you for choosing to stay with us and for taking the time to leave a review.
On the Friday we were out patrolling from 10pm until 1130pm and the Saturday from 9pm until 1130pm enforcing the rules, we do not drive near anyone that are sitting quietly or whose camp is in darkness. Regrettably it would appear that some guests did not adhere to the campsite rules and started being noisy after this time. When every one checks in we point out the mobile number printed on the front of cards given saying this is to be used for any issues whilst on site(no one called us to notify of us of any noise or we would have come out again).
There is no play park since the closure of The Hop Farm over 3 years ago which is why it is not advertised.
All of the facilities are thoroughly cleaned, it would appear from your comments that the men are not as good at tidying up after themselves.
Hopefully your next visit will be problem free.
Lovely place nice people reasonably clean…
Unpowered grass site
Liked Lovely place nice people reasonably clean toilets and showers
Many thanks
See you next time
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From the manager: Thank you for choosing to stay with us and that you enjoyed yourselves.
We look forward to welcoming you again.
A lovely place to camp and enjoy the river
Anonymous Unpowered grass site
Liked The Americas field is a great space for all, being right on the river
All the toilet, shower, washing, rubbish and water facilities are also good
Disliked The unmade road access to the Americas field it disastrous for those vehicles other than off roaders, come on Hop Farm a little gravel to fill in some of those enormous pot holes and roller coaster highs and lows is surely affordable
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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.
The road way was repaired a few months ago, the need to address this again will be passed on to the management team.
We look forward to welcoming you again.
Features
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 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 Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Budget/backpacker Bush Peaceful 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 Very large (over 200 sites)Accessibility
Accessible parking at site Bathrooms: Large spacious toilet Bathrooms: Step-free access Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible shower Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible toilet Bathrooms: Wide doorways (over 85 cm) Level campground, 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 sites Water hook-up points for caravansLocation
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
- Glyndebourne Festival (Thursday, 21 May 2026 – Thursday, 21 May 2026)
Lewes, England 42.7 km
- All Points East (Friday, 21 August 2026 – Friday, 21 August 2026)
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.
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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? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near The Hop Farm? Kent has 350 miles of coastline, with watersports and those famous white cliffs at Dover. Whitstable and Herne Bay are popular with oyster eaters, anglers and jetskiers. There are umpteen options for … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of The Hop Farm?
Read moreCamping and caravan Arrive: 2 p.m. – 9 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at The Hop Farm? From $53.69 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.