Barnland Retreat

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  • Quiet family-run simple farm site on the Isle of Sheppey
  • Beaches, aviation museum and farm park all 10 minutes' drive
  • Spacious pitches with kids, dogs and groups welcome
Families, couples, groups, solo walkers, dog owners… all are welcome at Barnland Retreat, part of a family-run farm in a quiet rural Kent spot over on the east of the Isle of Sheppey. This is a quiet countryside spot with lovely views all around and plenty of nature areas and scenic local footpaths to explore (particularly good news for those of you bringing your dog along for a break). It’s a family-friendly site too, within easy reach of several kid-pleasing days out including trips to the beach or animal encounters at Curly’s Farm (both about 10 minutes’ drive away). Back on the mainland, Kent is packed with other options, from castles and historic cities to beaches, watersports and zoos. Back on site it’s a fairly simple setup, but with various essentials including toilets, a washing-up area, a chemical disposal point and a shared fridge to keep your drinks cool. Pitches are nicely sized, with plenty of space for your barbecue, awning, gazebo and the like. A pub five minutes’ walk away is a handy place to get a drink and meal (weekends only); there are more places to eat and drink, plus shops, in Minster on Sea and Leysdown-on-Sea, both 15 minutes’ drive away.

Campground type

Tent sites 12
RV sites 3
Open now
Opens April 1
Please note
  • This park has no on-site shower facilities.
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • The park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
  • Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
  • Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
  • There is no reception building on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Tue, Apr 1 to

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Kieran L.

Primitive grass RV campsite

Liked Only stayed the one night here was trying out our recently converted camper van, we was pleasantly surprised by the amazing views from the the site across the whole island. The toilets were lovely and clean. Would definitely stay again

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Features

Pop-up campground

Dogs 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 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 Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

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

Rules

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

Camping 2.0

Jumbo tent sites

Themes

Peaceful Remote location Wildlife haven

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Farm Pop-up campground Small (11-25 sites)

Nearby leisure

Fishing nearby Golf nearby Indoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

Barnland Retreat

Warden Road

Eastchurch

Kent

England

ME12 4HB

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

51.41169°N
0.89041°E

Nearest transport

Bus
10.5 mi Bus Depot
10.5 mi Bus Depot
11.5 mi Travel Centre
Rail
6 mi Sheerness-on-Sea Rail Station
6.1 mi Queenborough Rail Station
6.4 mi Swale Rail Station
Ferry
15 mi Burnham on Crouch Ferry Landing
15.2 mi Wallasea Island Ferry Landing
22.7 mi Gravesend Pier
Airport
13.6 mi London Southend Airport
20.7 mi 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

Being on an island there are of course beaches nearby – try Leysdown beach (10 minutes’ drive) and Minster Leas (15 minutes) for lively family beaches, or Leysdown Coastal Country Park (10 minutes) and Shellness (20 minutes) for more natural seaside areas. While you’re on the island you may also like to check out the ancient tombs in Minster Abbey (10 minutes), see the planes at Eastchurch Aviation Museum (10 minutes) or try out golf and watersports at Barton’s Point Coastal Park (15 minutes). Curly’s Farm (10 minutes) is a popular destination for younger kids, with pigs, goats and owls among the animals you can see – it’s worth knowing that it’s only open in the school holidays and needs to be booked ahead. To see wilder animals, plan a trip to Port Lympne Safari Park, Wingham Wildlife Park or Howletts Wild Animal Park (all just under an hour away). For a dip into local history, head to Leeds Castle (35 minutes), which has heaps of attractions and activities, or spend the day in Canterbury (45 minutes). There’s more beach time in Whitstable (45 minutes) and plenty of walks in the Kent Downs National Landscape (around half an hour).

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Leysdown 1.6 mi Sea N/AExcellentGoodExcellent
Minster Leas 3.9 mi Estuary N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Sheerness 6 mi Estuary N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
West Beach, Whitstable 6.6 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Tankerton 7.4 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Whitstable Museum and Art Gallery 6.9 mi

West Gate Towers Museum 12.1 mi

Canterbury Heritage Museum 12.2 mi

Canterbury Tales 12.3 mi

Canterbury Roman Museum 12.3 mi

National Trust

Stoneacre 17.5 mi

Cobham Wood and Mausoleum 20.7 mi

Owletts 21.3 mi

Sissinghurst Castle Garden 25 mi

Old Soar Manor 26.9 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

ELMLEY MARSHES (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 08/07/1998) 3.9 mi

MOUNT EPHRAIM 8.2 mi

BLEAN WOODS (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 10/11/2004) 9.5 mi

BELMONT PARK 9.8 mi

DODDINGTON PLACE 9.9 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 Barnland Retreat have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Barnland Retreat dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Barnland Retreat? Being on an island there are of course beaches nearby – try Leysdown beach (10 minutes’ drive) and Minster Leas (15 minutes) for lively family beaches, or Leysdown Coastal Country Park (10 … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Barnland Retreat?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  noon –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Barnland Retreat? From $33.89 (for 1 night, 6 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.