Marlie Holiday Park

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Exterior of camping pods (added by manager 12 Jul 2019)
Indoor pool
Play park
Arcade

  • Rural setting close to the beaches of New Romney and Dymchurch
  • Indoor pool, kids' club, amusements centre and adventure playground
  • Family restaurant, entertainment venue and bar with Sky TV
Feeling a bit snarly? Nerves getting all gnarly? You could do with a trip to Marlie. Laidback Marlie Holiday Park is in a scenic rural setting close to the beaches of New Romney and Dymchurch, on the Kent coast. With a heated indoor swimming pool and plenty more stuff to keep the kids entertained, it could be just what the doctor ordered to restore your sense of calm… Younger guests can flit between the sessions in the Loopy kids' club, the indoor pool, amusements centre and adventure playground, plus of course all the general running about in the fresh air (arm them with a few carrots and send them off to make friends with the resident rabbits). If you want a break from the cooking, the park has a decent family restaurant; there’s also a bar with Sky TV, and an adjacent entertainment venue with evening entertainment. You can relax in the knowledge that all the basics are covered too: smartly refurbished showers and toilets; a shop (as well a big supermarket just minutes up the road); a launderette; and free wifi in the clubhouse. There, you’re feeling better already, aren’t you?

Site type

Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 50
Opens 7 March 2025

Tourist board rating

Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • No cars/motorbikes by the pitch/unit. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
  • The bar and/or restaurant is open between 08/03 et 04/11.
  • Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
  • Bookings must not be for more than 14 consecutive nights.
  • Reception is unmanned after 5 p.m.. Please inform the site while on your way there should you expect to arrive after this time, so that the team can provide information about your unit/pitch.
  • Group bookings of 6 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
  • The site caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.
  • Entertainment and activities are available between 08/03 and 04/11.
  • The grocery shop is open between 08/03 et 04/11.
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.
  • The indoor swimming pool is open between 08/03 and 04/11.
  • The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, 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.
  • Single-sex parties of three or more people under 25 are not permitted on site. Please show your entertainment pass (included in the price) for free swimming pool access.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, 07 Mar to

Reviews

85%

would recommend this site to a friend

81%

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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

Good, but wouldn't come back due to the mud and shower unit.

Overall 6/10
Location 8
Value for money 6
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 2
Customer service 6
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 6
Wifi 10
Danielle W. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Camping pod

Liked: Stayed in the pods, which were lovely and clean. The swimming pool was clean and easy to book at reception and the club house food was delicious and fast to come out, even when it was busy. The entertainment was good, although we didn't take part with a lot of it. The site was good for young children, mine aged 6 to 11. They lived the arcade, but it was expensive.

Disliked: The toilet and shower block near the pods was poor. It was dated, there was hot water in only one shower and it was often grubby. The walkway to the pods was extremely muddy, we spent the entire 4 days covered in mud no matter how we tried to avoid it, and it really does ruin the experience. Also no where to off load muddy shoes and no mop in the pod so we had to battle it in there too. I'm sure in a caravan this place is good, as they have concrete pathways, but u wouldn't recommend a pod unless you go in drier months.

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Lovely place, very quiet at this time of the year (October).

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 8
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Camping pod

Liked: The site is nicely located, pretty close to the beach. Pod was clean and comfortable.

Disliked: There was not enough free space for kids to play around pods. It looks very neat and possibly more for couples. Toilets - no stairs only ramp as an only access. I like the location but because not much space close to the pods I'm not sure I will be back.

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Great little place to stay

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Camping pod

Liked: Lovely site Nice clean facilities Kind staff

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Lovely clean site, friendly staff and great facilities.

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Jenny W. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Camping pod

Liked: Facilities, cleanliness of the Park, friendly.

Disliked: That dogs were only allowed in the clubhouse from 9 to 6.

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Love the site and where it is and surroundings and will return

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 8
Wifi 2
Alana G. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Camping pod

Liked: A lot of things at the park for children and pods was warm ,the caravan we stayed in prior few nights was also well equipped etc Enjoyable stay and reception helpful

Disliked: I do think 4pm is late for check in and should be 3pm and I think 10am is far to early ,I understand cleaning needs to be done but all hotels are 12pm ,even 11am would be great as where it’s 10 u end up leaving to go home as to much to do in the morning so not ready for the day Wi-Fi to expensive per day

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Clean and well maintained, and a quiet spot. Very close to the…

Overall 8/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 8
Facilities / Activities 8
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 8
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 6
Andrea H. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Camping pod

Liked: Clean and well maintained, and a quiet spot. Very close to the beach.

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Great little site,

Overall 8/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 8
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 8
Joy P. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Camping pod

Liked: The Glamping pods are brilliant the grandchildren loved it we paid the extra for bedding which I'm glad we did as more room in the car for others things, buy food and milk daily as no fridge we brought ice and put in coolbox and take cooking equipment cups kettle etc, plenty of things local for kids to do and a lovely big field for kids to play so bring games or ball

Disliked: Didn't have a dustpan to sweep as grass and woodchips gets dragged in by kids but borrowed a broom from another pod, and a mini fridge would be a great idea and maybe a little park near pods as the park at the front of site and pods furthest away

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Perfect for families, clean, friendly

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Glen F. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Camping pod

Liked: The moment we arrived the staff couldn't have been more friendly and helpful. The pod itself was lovely and clean with a table and enough chairs. The toilets/showers were less than a minute walk, which were also very clean. The shower was powerful, which usually you find isn't the case. We had an incident where unfortunately our dog was attacked by another dog, despite our dog being on the lead. The staff were amazing. They arranged an emergency vet, the dog owners were told to leave, they were helpful when the police arrived as well as allowing us a late check out the next day which was arranged when we returned from the vets. The clubhouse was clean, the food was quick and tasty. The walks around where the pod was situated was beautiful with plenty of space for the kids to run around and enjoy. We would definitely be returning

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Excellent site with clean facilities. The staff were super helpful.

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Camping pod

Liked: Loved our pod. The girls thought it was a real adventure. The facilities were close as we stayed in Pod1. Couldn’t fault our little trip.

Disliked: No dislikes.

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Nice stay

Overall 8/10
Location 10
Value for money 8
Accommodation 8
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 6
Wifi 8
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Camping pod

Liked: That was our second visit at the Marlowe Holiday Park. This time we also travelled with a dog and it has been lovely experience. We have stayed in one of the pods and like last time it has been great.

Disliked: Food wasn’t best. Showers could be upgraded.

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Features

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

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

Rules

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

Themes

Peaceful

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearby

Type

Large (51-200 pitches)

Accessibility

Disabled facilities

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Water hook-up points for tourers

Location

Marlie Holiday Park

Dymchurch Road

New Romney

Kent

England

TN28 8UE

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)

GPS

50.99717°N
0.95568°W

Nearest transport

Coach
11.3 km Holiday Extras
11.3 km Holiday Extras
11.9 km Red Lion Square
Rail
10.6 km Appledore (Kent) Rail Station
10.6 km Ham Street Rail Station
12.3 km Westenhanger Rail Station
Ferry
15.9 km Folkestone Eurotunnel Terminal
28.5 km Dover Western Docks Ferry Terminal
29.7 km Dover Eastern Docks Ferry Terminal
Airport
5 km Lydd London Ashford Airport
48 km 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

Buckets and spades are go, with a range of good beaches on the doorstep; try Littlestone and Dymchurch, or Camber Sands a little further away. You’ll spot the steam engines of the Romney, Hythe and Dymchurch Railway puffing past; don’t miss a trip on this historic miniature railway, one of the best ways to explore the area. Other sporting pursuits on offer include excellent fishing at the Wylands Angling Centre, where there are 10 lakes to choose from; and a wide range of watersports, both on the nearby beaches and at a specially designed lake just inland (sand yachting, wakeboarding, jetskiing and more). Whatever your ages and stages, there’s no shortage of inspiration for a family outing. A 20-minute drive up the road is the fab Port Lympne Reserve, where you can bump along through herds of African wildlife in a safari truck and get up close to the gorillas in the Palace of the Apes; you’ll also see rhinos, elephants, lions, tigers and other ferocious beasts. Alternatively, go for a day out in Dover, to explore the White Cliffs and historic Dover Castle; a sedate saunter around spectacular Leeds Castle, potentially offset with an adrenaline-boosting high ropes adventure at the neighbouring Go Ape centre; a tastebud-tickling trip to the Biddenden Vineyard and Cider Works; a walk down memory lane at Yesterday’s World, or a foray to the Hop Farm near Maidstone.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020 2019 2018 2017
St Mary'S Bay (Kent) 2.4 km Sea Good N/A Good Good
Littlestone 2.4 km Sea N/A Good Good Good
Dymchurch 4.2 km Sea N/A Good Good Good
Hythe 11.6 km Sea N/A Excellent Excellent Excellent
Camber 13.2 km Sea N/A Excellent Excellent Good

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Port Lympne Wild Animal Park 9.5 km

Romney Hythe & Dymchurch Railway 11.6 km

Camber Sands 13.4 km

Ashford Designer Outlet 18.4 km

Kent & East Sussex Railway 20.6 km

National Trust

Lamb House 16.5 km

Smallhythe Place 18.7 km

Bodiam Castle 28.9 km

Sissinghurst Castle Garden 29.4 km

The White Cliffs of Dover 30.7 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

The Romney Sound Mirrors Trail 5.4 km

Lydd - Lydd-on-Sea - Greatstone - New Romney - Lydd 6.2 km

DUNGENESS (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 29/05/2004) 7.5 km

PORT LYMPNE 9.2 km

Power and Pebbles at Dungeness 9.2 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.

Nearest sites

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Marlie Holiday Park have a swimming pool? Yes View all features
  • Is Marlie Holiday Park dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Marlie Holiday Park? Buckets and spades are go, with a range of good beaches on the doorstep; try Littlestone and Dymchurch, or Camber Sands a little further away. You’ll spot the steam engines of the … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Marlie Holiday Park?
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  4 p.m. –  11 p.m.
    Depart by:  10 a.m.
    Read more
  • How much does it cost to stay at Marlie Holiday Park? From R739.37 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.