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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At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.- Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
- Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.
- Single-sex bookings of 4 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Group bookings of 6 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- A cable measuring at least 5 metres is needed for the electric hook-ups.
- 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.
- Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
- 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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- 6
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 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, great river access for water fun. Facilities clean, staff friendly. Some electric pitches are a bit cosy, and facilities can get busy. Great country walks nearby.
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Excellent stay. Booking up for our…
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Anonymous Powered concrete and grass site
Liked Excellent stay. Booking up for our trip! Toilets and showers were kept spotlessly clean. Staff very friendly and helpful
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We love this campsite for a…
Unpowered grass site
Liked We love this campsite for a lot of the reasons people moan, yes there are two toilet blocks only in the first field, there are seven or 8 fields to choose from we like to pitch away and just enjoy title peace, we spent most of our summer here last year and Oman to do the same, staff are lovely and helpful whilst continuing to provide you space, no harm in cycling or driving to the main shower block, can get dirty after the evening rush which I would class as standard over campsites but generally is kept nice and clean, we enjoy all of the freedom hop farm allows us, little shop and pub on site, perfect for being a bit more off grid, the kids and the dog love it, there’s so much space it never feels busy or cramped
Disliked Nothing really maybe some bins on the extra fields if I had to give an answer
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From the manager: Thank you for your loyalty in choosing to stay with us and for leaving a lovely review.
Maintenance did put extra bins in Medway and Big Monkton last year, I will ask if they can put them out again.
We look forward to welcoming you again.
Basic price for 2 people in…
Anonymous Unpowered grass site
Liked Basic price for 2 people in a single camper/tent/caravan is relatively cheap
Disliked Shower and toilet block needed a deep clean and/or make over... They were generally pretty unwelcoming and smelly.
The washing up area was also dirty and their was litter strewn all over the site.
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From the manager: I am sorry you did not enjoy your 1 night stay.
The toilets and showers have regular cleans, however being toilets and the nature of what they are used for they may be smelly at times. The majority of our guests say how lovely and clean they are which can be seen in many reviews. Our mobile number is printed on the front of every check-in card which is to be used for any issues whilst staying on site.
Maintenance were out on site the day you arrived and left they clear up litter as well as general grass cutting etc. perhaps it was a windy day and a few bits of paper got blown around the field.
Perfect getaway
Unpowered grass site
Liked Space, so much space! Peaceful and beautiful and did I mention how much space there is!
Disliked Mosquitoes- but that’s not the campsites fault!
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The vast area available to pitch…
Anonymous Unpowered grass site
Liked The vast area available to pitch is fantastic and means you always have somewhere that is quiet and away from other campers.
The access to the river is great too.
Disliked Unfortunately there are a number of people who use the site who don't abide but the rules and light fires and leave all manner of litter everywhere.
We had to clear lots of waste including a discarded tent lots of cans and bottles .
Bins did not seem to get regularly emptied.
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Good few days
Unpowered grass site
Liked Quite and 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 your next visit.
Fantastic stay
Powered grass site
Liked Beautiful camp site, plenty of space, lovely river walks and water activities available , pub on site which is fab for a brake away from the BBQ! Toilets and shower blocks were cleaned regularly and in very good condition- showers powerful and hot. All staff were friendly and campers too. We had a fab time and will definitely be back
Disliked Pitches could be marked out a bit clearer in some areas, we couldn’t find any recycling bins- but just took it home so no real biggy
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From the manager: Thank you for choosing to stay with us and that you enjoyed yourselves.
The pitches are very close together, it would be lovely if there were hedges to make it more private for guests.
Everything goes into the bins and Biffa do the recycling when the bins are collected.
We look forward to welcoming you again.
De plek en het uitzicht…
Powered concrete and grass site
Liked De plek en het uitzicht
Disliked Mensen, kinderen die gewoon over je pitch lopen. De staat van het sanitair, hygiene daardoor moeilijk te beoordelen. Auto’s die veel te hard treden
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From the manager: I am sorry you did not enjoy your stay even though you liked the place and view.
I do not see why anyone would walk through your pitch C3 as it is not near the road, paths or toilets.
We have a 5MPH speed limit on site which we do ask guests to adhere to, the speed bumps and uneven fields do help to keep the speed down.
Amazing place…
Unpowered grass site
Liked Amazing place
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From the manager: Thank you for choosing to stay with us and sharing your photos.
We look forward to welcoming you again.
Everything…
Unpowered grass site
Liked Everything
Disliked Nothing
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From the manager: Thank you for your loyalty in choosing to stay with us and sharing your photos.
We look forward to seeing you again soon.
Features
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 $51.68 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.