River View Camping and Caravans

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Campervans welcome
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Campervans welcome

  • By the River Medway in Yalding, with river access for watersports
  • A 25-minute drive to Leeds Castle; half an hour to Sissinghurst
  • Pub, railway station and canoe hire within a five-minute walk
If your kind of retreat is one where you’re free to wade in the river, paddle downstream and spend evenings in a waterside pub, Riverview Camping and Caravans might be what you’ve been searching for. This peaceful site is right next to the River Medway, in the Kent village of Yalding… Naturally, that makes it a particularly fine spot for those aiming to launch their watersports kit while on a rural break, as it’s in the middle of the River Medway Canoe Trail from Tonbridge to Allington. There’s direct access to the river from the site, with a couple of slipways and a canoe hire place within a few minutes’ walk as well. The riverside setting is also a good one for those looking to settle down somewhere peaceful and pretty – but that’s not all this location has going for it. It’s also handily less than five minutes’ walk from the railway station, a coffee shop with a play area, and a lovely riverside pub/restaurant. Stroll for a little further (all of about 10 minutes) to get to the village centre for more pubs, takeaways, a tearoom, a bakery and the village shop. It’s all mighty convenient for those travelling without a car. Back at the site, basic amenities are in place – guests will have access to toilets and a washing-up area, but there’s no hot water available. Those hoping to spend the evening stoking a fire are in luck, as both campfires and barbecues are permitted on site.

Campground type

Camper sites 40
Tent sites 40
RV sites 40
Rent a tent 3
Open now
Opens April 3
Please note
  • This park has no on-site shower facilities.
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
  • Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
  • Group bookings of 2 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
  • No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Reception is unmanned after 4 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.
  • Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, Apr 3 to

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0 dogs

Reviews

9.2

Overall rating from 151 Pitchup.com customers

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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Peaceful

97% would recommend this campground to a friend

95% would stay here again

What customers say

This tidy campground boasts level sites, many by the river, and permits campfires. Guests rave about the welcoming owners, secure entry, and nearby pub. Facilities are basic but clean. River access for activities and the kids' play area are big hits. A new toilet block is an upgrade. No showers or hot water.

Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews. Last updated 6/9/2026

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Arrival date (latest first)

Loving river view campsite.

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Claire M. 3 reviews

Primitive grass and earth campsite (riverside)

Liked Great campsite, really clean with level pitches. The river is beautiful and fab for paddleboarding etc.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Nice river side pitches with fire…

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Richard J. 1 review

Primitive grass campsite

Liked Nice river side pitches with fire pits (great use of old car wheels). Owners very friendly. also very friendly fucks and sheep.

Recommend to friends Visit again

The family running it are lovely,…

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Elliot T. 1 review

Primitive grass and earth campsite (riverside)

Liked The family running it are lovely, the site was clean, chill and beautiful. Good facilities (especially access into the river for a swim!). Location is great as well!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great campsite, kids really enjoyed the park. Plenty of toilets.

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Anonymous

Primitive grass and earth campsite (riverside)

Liked Very clean. Lovely owners. Pitch sizes were good

Disliked N/A

Recommend to friends Visit again

Amazing place, great river access…

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Anonymous

Primitive grass campsite

Liked Amazing place, great river access

Disliked A bit busy on weekends due to it being so fab!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Beautiful. Clean. They were very friendly…

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 Somi N. 1 review

Primitive grass and earth campsite (riverside)

Liked Beautiful. Clean. They were very friendly and welcoming at the reception. All you need in one place 💝 can’t wait to go again

Recommend to friends Visit again

It’s a great camping site for camp fires, freedom for kids!

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Anonymous

Primitive grass campsite

Liked I stayed in the camping pitches with caravan powered by battery, its was great, my daughter was constantly playing with other kids, the site is very well maintained, lacks any showers tho but it’s fairly obvious the site hasn’t being there for a long time but the owners are very nice and doing there best, In time im sure upgrades will be added.

but overall this site is one of my favorite iv being to, they encourage fire pits, that’s what campings really about, great atmosphere, there’s a park that I didn’t know was there, they lock the large gates so kids are safe to free Rome safely, there’s a shop just around the corner, there’s many beautiful old trees, river, bunker, park, fresh water, clean main toilets,

I’m definitely coming back with other parents and kids in the future, I liked this place a lot!

Good luck to the owners they are doing great and you can sense the enthusiasm 🙌🏻

Recommend to friends Visit again

The river views, seeing Kingfishers in…

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 Annie L. 1 review

Riverview bell tent (four person)

Liked The river views, seeing Kingfishers in the morning! Really friendly welcome and lots of helpful information about the local area.

Disliked No showers in hot weather wasn't ideal

Recommend to friends Visit again

Access to the river, friendly staff…

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Anonymous

Primitive grass campsite

Liked Access to the river, friendly staff

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely site

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9 out of 10
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Lesley S. 2 reviews

Primitive grass campsite

Liked Stayed here due to its position on the river as we wanted to launch our Kayak. Lively large spacious site, easy going, and able to choose your own spot. Lots of trees and of course access to the river. No showers which we were fine with as we only stayed 2 nights. Toilet block was regularly cleaned. Will definitely return

Disliked There was nothing to dislike

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

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 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 Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

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

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) No hot water Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Public transportation nearby

Type

Medium (26-50 sites)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Fishing nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Restaurant nearby Watersports nearby

Location

River View Camping and Caravans

Hampstead Lane

Yalding

Kent

England

ME18 6HH

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

51.22659°N
0.41609°E

Nearest transport

Bus
5.8 mi King Street
5.8 mi King Street
8.3 mi Victoria Hall
Rail
0.2 mi Yalding Rail Station
1.6 mi Beltring Rail Station
1.6 mi Wateringbury Rail Station
Ferry
15.3 mi Gravesend Pier
15.6 mi Tilbury Ferry Terminal
23.8 mi Woolwich Arsenal Pier
Airport
18.1 mi Biggin Hill Airport
24.9 mi London City Airport
25.6 mi London Gatwick 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

Pay a visit to the biggest collection of teapots in England. If such a thing wasn’t on your travel wishlist previously, it will be now – after all Teapot Island is only five minutes’ walk away. Also close by is The Hop Farm (five minutes’ drive), likely to be a hit with young kids due to its small farm animals and soft play. Adults will be happy to find things catering to their taste too. Fishing activities are available at Claygate Lakes (10 minutes) and at Mereworth Wines (10 minutes), taste test local wines and potions in the winery and taproom. If it’s the historical sort of stuff you’re mostly interested in, Leeds Castle (25 minutes) and Scotney Castle (25 minutes) will get that in full swing. Straight out of the 17th century, Knole Park (half an hour) is a National Trust site with a deer park, gatehouse tower and attics. Sissinghurst Castle Garden (half an hour) is another historical spot, with a Grade I-listed park and gardens. As for peaceful walks by the river and picnics in meadows, head to Teston Bridge Country Park (10 minutes).

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Sheerness 21.1 mi Estuary N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Minster Leas 22 mi Estuary N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Leigh Bell Wharf 23.9 mi Estuary GoodN/APoorN/A
Southend Chalkwell 24.2 mi Estuary N/AGoodN/AGood
Southend Westcliff Bay 24.3 mi Estuary N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Ightham Mote 6.7 mi

Scotney Castle 9.3 mi

Leeds Castle 9.4 mi

Knole 9.5 mi

Sissinghurst Castle Garden 10.5 mi

National Trust

Old Soar Manor 4.8 mi

Sprivers Garden 6.6 mi

Ightham Mote 6.8 mi

Stoneacre 7.1 mi

Knole 9.3 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

MEREWORTH CASTLE 2.1 mi

Paddock Wood - River Medway - Whetsted - Paddock Wood 3.4 mi

OXEN HOATH 3.7 mi

Hartlake Bridge - Hadlow - Golden Green - Hartlake Bridge 4.1 mi

Linton - Boughton Monchelsea - Linton 4.1 mi

Local events

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

    Lewes, England 28.6 mi

  • All Points East (Friday, August 21, 2026 – Friday, August 21, 2026)

    London, England 29 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 River View Camping and Caravans have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is River View Camping and Caravans dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near River View Camping and Caravans? Pay a visit to the biggest collection of teapots in England. If such a thing wasn’t on your travel wishlist previously, it will be now – after all Teapot Island is only … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of River View Camping and Caravans?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  5 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
    On-park accommodation
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  5 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at River View Camping and Caravans? From $33.46 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.