It's easy to escape the capital and head to Chegworth Mill Glamping, based in pretty hamlet with its riverside and the attractions of Leeds Castle. This shepherd's hut and trio of swish yurts are alongside the Kent Downs AONB, very convenient from the M20. Enjoy chic interiors, private facilities and BBQs for evenings in the open air. Don't miss Go Ape's zipwire in the castle grounds and Segway tours.
The glamping site lies within the valley of Chegworth, serving up an idyllic setting with a tranquil river, lush woodland, sweeping fields and orchards. A little over a half hour from the Channel Tunnel, it's great for trips over to France and less than an hour from southern areas of London. The welcoming yurts are within a grassed field with elevated views over Kent's beauty. Each yurt is equipped with electric and a log burner, luxuriously furnished with a comfy kingsize bed with an additional two to three single beds if required. Guests have access to private facilities and shared fully fitted kitchen/dining areas. The shepherd's hut can comfortably sleep two plus one child and benefits from a fitted kitchen and shower room as well as a lovely outdoor dining area. It's nestled amongst a vegetable garden and a flower-friendly field creating the perfect environment to relax. Outside each yurt and shepherd hut is a fire pit for toasting marshmallows and BBQ. A complimentary light breakfast is included with all bookings. In the flat play area, there are two wood burning pizza ovens plus a large family BBQ. There is also an all weather marquee and picnic benches. A hot tub inside its own pod is available for adult use too.
Open from 1 April to 31 October
Max 5 people
Sleeping 5 with a king size bed and single beds. Each has electric and access to a nearby private shower room. There's a shared kitchen and dining cabin. For those who like to eat alfresco, each yurt has an outside table, gazebo, firepit and BBQ.
Max 3 people
'Blossom' sleeps 3 with a double bed and single sofa bed. There's a shower room and a fitted private kitchen with a hob, oven and a fridge. Enjoy an outdoor dining area overlooking the surrounding fields.
Call 01622 859894 to book.
Unfortunately Chegworth Mill Glamping doesn't share their availability calendar with us yet. Availability changes quickly, especially in summer, so we recommend enquiring by phone to avoid missing out.
Leeds Castle isn't just rich in history - it's also packed with activities, from a birds of prey centre to a maze, Segway rides and an exhilarating Go Ape course. The kids can run around on the castle playgrounds and play mini golf while the adults might like a round of golf on the castle's excellent 9 hole course.
The Museum of Kent Life and Mote Park with all their attractions are close by. If you fancy fresh trout for your tea you can pop to Kent's only trout fish farm just 5 minutes away. All tackle and starter lesson to get you fishing can be supplied, the trout is cleaned for you, ready for the BBQ.
Call 01622 859894 to book.
Unfortunately Chegworth Mill Glamping doesn't share their availability calendar with us yet. Availability changes quickly, especially in summer, so we recommend enquiring by phone to avoid missing out.
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