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
Campground type
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100
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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 bachelor/bachelorette 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 park 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 campground is a member of The Family Parks Group group.
Campsite types & availability
Primitive grass campsite
6 people maximum 
9.1/10
622 reviews Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 10m width × 10m depth (100m²)
Arrival daysFrom £23 (£23)
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Powered cement/asphalt and grass campsite
6 people maximum 7.5/10
204 reviews Ground type: Cement/asphalt and grass
Pitch size: Max 8m width × 9m depth (72m²)
Arrival daysFrom £25 (£25)
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Powered grass campsite
6 people maximum 8/10
292 reviews Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 7m width × 7m depth (49m²)
Arrival daysFrom £31.50 (£31.50)
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Reviews
86% would recommend this campground to a friend
85% would stay here again
What customers say
Spacious grounds perfect for groups/families, with a lovely riverside spot for water activities. Friendly staff, generally clean facilities (though some note they're basic/could use upgrades & get messy when busy). Some road/camper noise reported.
Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews
Great
Primitive grass campsite
Liked 100%
Recommend to friends Visit again
From the manager: Thank you for choosing to stay with us.
We look forward to seeing you again.
Good stay will return
Primitive grass campsite
Liked Great site loads of space
Toilets and showers clean
Loads of water points around site
Disliked Only thing shop at reception quite high prices
£1.50 for can of soft drink
Make sure you bring your own
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From the manager: Thank you for choosing to stay with us and that you will recommend us and visit again.
Our ice cold drinks are priced at £1.50 per can similar to prices everywhere else if bought solo, we do not have enough room to stock packs of 6 or more, if we did they would work out cheaper but would need to be put in a fridge once bought to cool down. Guests with fridges are more than welcome to bring their own or buy locally.
We look forward to seeing you again.
The time we camp at hop farm was amazing we spent time as a family 🥰
Primitive grass campsite
Liked Family had an amazing time kids loved being free,the views where lovely definitely would go back😊
Recommend to friends Visit again
From the manager: Thank you for choosing to stay with us and that you enjoyed yourselves.
We look forward to your next visit.
Was clean.hard standing was level
Powered cement/asphalt and grass campsite
Liked Very quiet and chilled loads of space enjoyed the relaxed break.
Disliked Nothing
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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.
We look forward to your next visit.
Lovely Site - Will definitely visit again
Powered grass campsite
Liked Beautiful site. Lots of space. From checking in until packing up no issues. Nice facilities. Toilets and showers cleaned daily. (More than once).
Beautiful walks along the river.
Disliked Showers - Unusual not to have somewhere dry to leave your stuff whilst showering. No room or anywhere dry within shower cubicle. No choice but to leave it in the sink area in view of anyone using the facilities.
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From the manager: Thank you for choosing to stay with us and for taking the time to leave a review.
In the older block there is a bench with hooks above and 1 hook on the inside of the showers for towels and 1 hook on the outside to hang clothes or a bag on. In the wooden block there is a shower curtain separating the wet area from the dry area within the cubicles, unfortunately there is no other option.
We look forward to welcoming you again.
The site is unkempt, facilities very poor and staff rude.
Powered cement/asphalt and grass campsite
Liked Location
Disliked Everything!
Toilet facilities very poor.
Standard of pitches unkempt.
Customer service appalling.
Clientele mostly seasonal workers not holiday makers.
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From the manager: I am sorry you did not enjoy your 6 night stay.
There was a mix up with pitches and a new arrival was put on the same pitch for your 5th night, I came down and asked to see your check-in card as the system had you down as leaving that day. I apologised for having to check and the confusion. At no point did you raise any of the above issues either whilst I was at your pitch or during your stay.
The long stay guests, "not seasonal workers" were in the other electric field along with some holiday guests.
The facilities were cleaned 3 times per day,toilet paper etc on the floors and toilets not being flushed make the facilities look dirty however this is down to people not tidying up after themselves.
Nothing…
Powered grass campsite
Liked Nothing
Disliked I booked two nights at this campsite, but sadly left early after the first night due to several issues that made the experience disappointing.
Upon arrival, we were handed a list of rules with no friendly introduction or orientation—just formalities.
We were disheartened to find litter on pitch from prior guests. The facilities were poorly maintained: toilet blocks were full, reeked of urine, and strewn with used toilet roll. The general upkeep felt neglected and unsanitary.
The site was overrun with large, loud family groups and drinking, kids rode bikes around the pitch, one even simultaneously picked his nose and bottom. Children drunk from our water tap. Come evening, the campsite turned into a “battle of the speakers” that raged well into the early hours, making it impossible to relax or sleep.
We tried to visit the nearby pub, The Brewers Fare, hoping for a better atmosphere—but it also felt run-down and in need of attention.
Unfortunately, the experience fell short of expectations. Between the dirty facilities, noisy groups, and lack of welcome, we cut our stay short. Based on our visit, I’d recommend considering alternative campsites unless improvements are made.
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From the manager: I am sorry you did not enjoy your stay arriving on Bank Holiday Monday as the majority of guests were leaving, it would appear from your comments they were not as respectful as they should have been.
All of the pitches including the fields were checked and cleaned on the Monday late morning and the fields another couple of times.
Every electric pitch has a water tap therefore should not be used by other pitches.
The toilets and showers get 3 daily cleans and may get dirty in-between if guests do not tidy up after themselves.
We come out at 10pm every night checking the site to make sure our rules/policies are being adhered to. Our 24 hour mobile number on the front of everyone's check-in card is for any issues whilst staying on site, unfortunately you did not call this number preferring to voice your issues here when it is too late to rectify them.
Excellent Very Peaceful , Toilets ,…
Powered grass campsite
Liked Excellent Very Peaceful , Toilets , Showers All Good !
Electric & Water Stand pipe on every pitch .
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From the manager: Thank you for choosing to stay with us and that you enjoyed yourselves.
We look forward to your next visit.
Loved…
Powered cement/asphalt and grass campsite
Liked Loved
Disliked Nothing
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From the manager: Thank you for choosing to stay with us especially over the busy August bank holiday and sharing your photos.
We look forward to welcoming you again.
Lovely open spaces and plenty of room to park away from neighbours!
Primitive grass campsite
Liked There are a number of very large open area grass fields to choose from, therefore there is plenty of space to pitch up.
Disliked There is only one toilet block area, the facilities are little tired and in need of some maintenance, some toilet doors don't have any locks on them and there was a missing sink tap.
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From the manager: Thank you for choosing to stay with us over the busiest weekend of the year and for taking the time to leave a review.
Unfortunately we did have some breakages in the toilet/shower blocks, maintenance tried to fix as soon as possible during working hours.
We look forward to your next visit.
Features
Dogs allowed
Leisure on park
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis WatersportsAmenities on park
Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Scouts welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Budget/backpacker Forest Hikers’ paradise Peaceful Spectacular scenery Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transportation 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 32 inches) Level campground, no steep slopes Step-free or level accessNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horseback 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
Bus
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 | 23.1 mi | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Minster Leas | 24 mi | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Winchelsea | 24.7 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| St Leonards | 25.1 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Bexhill | 25.3 mi | Sea | N/A | N/A | N/A | Good |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Ightham Mote 6.7 mi
Scotney Castle 7.4 mi
Bedgebury National Pinetum & Forest 9.2 mi
Penshurst Place and Gardens 9.3 mi
Knole 9.3 mi
National Trust
Sprivers Garden 4.9 mi
Old Soar Manor 5.2 mi
Ightham Mote 6.8 mi
Scotney Castle 7.5 mi
Stoneacre 8.7 mi
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 1.4 mi
Hartlake Bridge - Hadlow - Golden Green - Hartlake Bridge 2.7 mi
Janet's Walk: Matfield - Paddock Wood - Matfield 3.6 mi
MEREWORTH CASTLE 3.6 mi
OXEN HOATH 3.8 mi
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? Once the kids let you off site, Kent (aka The Garden of England) has beaches, historic towns, forests and more castles, stately homes (and gardens) open to the public than anywhere else … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of The Hop Farm?
Read moreRV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: 2 p.m. – 9 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at The Hop Farm? From $31.11 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.