Strictly Camping

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  • Simple site with woodland trails in the High Weald countryside
  • A 15-minute drive from walks, fishing and watersports on Bewl Water
  • Campfires welcome on site; pubs five minutes' drive away in Pembury
No long faces. No saying you’re bored. No staring at a tiny screen and waiting for something to happen: those are the rules at Strictly Camping in the Kent countryside. Actually, there’s no need for such rules on this quiet and simple site: it’s a five-minute drive from the village of Pembury and 10 minutes from Royal Tunbridge Wells, with the sort of space, peace and views anyone would want on any rural break. Surrounded by fields, and woods filled with birds, bluebells and wild garlic, this is a place to sit and savour the outdoors. When you’ve done enough sitting (and some need more than others…), take yourself off on bikes or on foot to explore the trails through the countryside; if you find your footsteps flagging after a while, fling up a hammock between the trees for a well-earned 40 winks. Campfires are positively encouraged out here, for cooking or just for sitting round and warming toes. If you prefer your sausages not served on a stick, there’s a pair of pubs with hot food in Pembury. Once you’re well fuelled, make your way to Bewl Water (15 minutes) for sailing and canoeing, walks, bike rides and swims.

Campground type

Tent sites 41
RV sites 4
Rent a tent 13
Open now
Opens April 7
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • There is no reception building on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
  • If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
  • Only ground barbecues permitted.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Tue, Apr 7 to

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Reviews

9.5

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Forest

93% would recommend this campground to a friend

88% would stay here again

What customers say

This lovely woodland site has private, roomy spots & friendly staff. Guests rave about the spotless facilities, including excellent showers and well-equipped covered kitchens. The "wild camping" vibe is a plus, offering peace and exploration. Compost toilets have been improved. Access roads are winding; some wish for wash basins.

Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews. Last updated 6/3/2026

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Christopher S. 1 review

Primitive forest floor tent campsite (woodland)

Liked Great spot and nice facilities

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Anthony N. 1 review

Primitive forest floor tent campsite (woodland)

Liked Exceeded my expectations on every level. We stayed in the glamping area, where it was clear that a lot of thought and attention to detail had gone in to making our stay comfortable and relaxing.

There are covered structures to use when it rains, all the utensils and cookware we needed, and very comfortably furnished tents.

The pitches were quiet and felt truly remote.

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- Staff were lovely and so…

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Raquel B. 1 review

Primitive forest floor tent campsite (woodland)

Liked - Staff were lovely and so helpful
- We were left to our own devices and far away enough from other campers
- facilities were clean

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Excellent mostly but contact the campsite direct to confirm details.

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Anonymous

Bell tent (five person)

Liked Lovely quiet campsite. Enjoyed having our own cooking facilities.

Disliked The listing in PitchUp stated that there would be bedding available for a spare bed in the Glamping bell tent. The owner told us this was wrong in the listing and one of us had to sleep in all our clothes for 2 nights and it was extremely cold!

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Favourite camping site!

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 Gerard J. 1 review

Primitive forest floor tent campsite (woodland)

Liked Amazing place, feels like wild camping while having some basic comfort. Perfectly working fireplace/bbq space, nice covered place to prepare food/coffee, flat spot for tent, and great shower/toilet facilities. Great and friendly host as well!

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Kind, helpful staff. Very clean toilets…

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süleyman koray t. 1 review

Primitive forest floor tent campsite (woodland)

Liked Kind, helpful staff. Very clean toilets and amazing atmosphere if you like to be in the forest.

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No problems here at all. My…

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Anonymous

Bell tent (six person, woodland)

Liked No problems here at all. My daughter's first time camping and it was the greatest first experience for her. Calm, so much to explore and so friendly. Facilities were great as well.

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The pitch was perfect, the…

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 darren m. 1 review

Primitive forest floor tent campsite (woodland)

Liked The pitch was perfect, the owner was polite and welcoming, very helpful. Will stay there again with family.

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Very friendly staff, lovely peaceful & large pitch. A lovely stay.

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Katie R. 2 reviews

Primitive forest floor tent campsite (woodland)

Liked Very friendly. Pitch was private and peaceful. The wooden shelter provided was invaluable as was the bin and fire pit. Felt very safe.

Disliked Not really a dislike, however the toilet and shower facilities were a little basic. Very clean, but the shower was fairly cold (I think I might have just been unlucky as others commented it was very hot). Where we stayed there was only one male and one female toilet (portaloos were a little smelly). This did not impact our stay at all though.

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The large shelter for cooking and…

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Catherine M. 11 reviews

Primitive forest floor tent campsite (woodland)

Liked The large shelter for cooking and sitting under is a stroke of genius! This allowed our group of 4 (on a 4 tent pitch) to sit outside in the dry and also cook without having to put up a tarp. The woodland pitches are a good size and really well spaced out throughout the woods so that you hardly know anyone else is around. The showers are spacious and the water is warm, facilities were all clean. We liked being able to have a fire once the rain stopped.

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Features

No dogs allowed

Portable toilet

Campfires allowed

Leisure on park

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Pétanque Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis Watersports

Amenities on park

Bath available 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 Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed No dogs allowed No pets allowed

Themes

Budget/backpacker Forest Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Farm Large (51-200 sites)

Location

Strictly Camping

Woodlands Farm

Hastings Road

Pembury

Tunbridge Wells

Kent

England

TN2 4BL

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

51.13702°N
0.33438°E

Nearest transport

Bus
3.1 mi Royal Victoria Place
3.1 mi War Memorial
3.5 mi Victoria Hall
Rail
2.6 mi High Brooms Rail Station
2.9 mi Frant Rail Station
3.1 mi Tunbridge Wells Rail Station
Ferry
21.4 mi Gravesend Pier
21.7 mi Tilbury Ferry Terminal
26.9 mi Newhaven Harbour Ferry Terminal
Airport
18.8 mi Biggin Hill Airport
21.7 mi London Gatwick Airport
21.7 mi London Gatwick Airport South Terminal

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

One of the cutest and furriest of the locals, Winnie the Pooh, was dreamed up on walks around Ashdown Forest (40 minutes' drive): visit the inspiration for the Hundred Acre Wood, the Heffalump Trap and Eeyore’s Quiet And Gloomy Place amid walking trails and wildlife. If you need an extra fix of the furries, call in at the llama park enroute. If you’re more into castles and stately homes, you can more or less pick with a pin: flower fans and garden gurus may prefer Scotney and Sissinghurst (15 and 25 minutes away) for their elaborate horticultural arrangements; if you're mad about moats and turrets and blood-soaked history, make the half-hour trip to Hever and Leeds castles. For a gentler kind of heritage day, the steam engines of the Spa Valley Railway chuff their way sedately through the High Weald countryside between Tunbridge Wells and Eridge (10 and 20 minutes), and within an hour you can be tucking into fish and chips while you build your sandcastles down at Camber Sands.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Bexhill 21.6 mi Sea N/AN/AN/AGood
Norman`S Bay 21.8 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodExcellent
St Leonards 22 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Hastings Pelham Beach 22.4 mi Sea N/AN/AN/AGood
Pevensey Bay 22.6 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodGood

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Scotney Castle 4.4 mi

Groombridge Place and The Enchanted Forest 6.4 mi

Bedgebury National Pinetum & Forest 6.7 mi

Penshurst Place and Gardens 7.1 mi

Ightham Mote 8.8 mi

National Trust

Sprivers Garden 3.7 mi

Scotney Castle 4.4 mi

Old Soar Manor 8.4 mi

Ightham Mote 8.8 mi

Knole 10.2 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Pembury - Woods - Farms - Fields - Pembury 0.7 mi

Janet's Walk: Matfield - Paddock Wood - Matfield 1.8 mi

TUDELEY WOODS (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 23/04/1987) 2.1 mi

DUNORLAN PARK 2.2 mi

BAYHAM ABBEY 2.2 mi

Local events

  • Glyndebourne Festival (Thursday, May 21, 2026 – Thursday, May 21, 2026)

    Lewes, England 21.5 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 Strictly Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Strictly Camping dog friendly? No View all features
  • What attractions are near Strictly Camping? One of the cutest and furriest of the locals, Winnie the Pooh, was dreamed up on walks around Ashdown Forest (40 minutes' drive): visit the inspiration for the Hundred Acre Wood, the … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Strictly Camping?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  6:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
    On-park accommodation
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  6:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Strictly Camping? From $53.83 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.