Whitstable campsites
The vibrant yet charming coastal town of Whitstable is close to being the perfect holiday destination. The leisurely pace of life and superb seafood combines with a sea that's warmer than you might think - and the pretty pebble beach is a lovely spot to relax with a good book or just potter. Good walking and cycling trails connect the town to Herne Bay and Canterbury. If you're planning a visit, choose from these great Whitstable campsites.
18 Whitstable campsites
Chapter Farm Glamping
Canterbury, Kent (3.1 miles)
Family-friendly, bell tent glamping in a quiet countryside setting, ten minutes from the beach at Whitstable.
Highly rated
Brook Farm
Denstroude, Canterbury, Kent (3.6 miles)
Peaceful woodland tent and touring campsite set beside Blean Woods with easy access to Whitstable and dog friendly.
4.44 /5
Painters Farm Campsite
Faversham, Kent (8.6 miles)
Family and dog friendly site in a peaceful cherry orchard on the slopes of The Kent Downs. Fire pits welcome!
4.83 /5
Plough Leisure Caravan Park
Minster on Sea, Isle Of Sheppey, Kent (9 miles)
A family-run, pet-friendly park for tents and tourers within minutes of Kent's Blue Flag beaches. Dog friendly.
4.24 /5
Turners Folly Field
Guilton, Ash, Kent (11.8 miles)
Quiet off-grid countryside escape surrounded by orchards. Family and dog friendly just ten minutes from the coast.
4.89 /5
Canterbury Camping and Caravanning Club Site
Canterbury, Kent (6.9 miles)
An ideal base for exploring the history of the area, or as a stop-off on your way to or from France.
Primrose Cottage Caravan Park
Whitstable, Kent (1.2 miles)
A small, well kept site less than 10 minutes' drive from Whitstable's oysters and beach. Dog friendly.
Homing Park
Seasalter, Whitstable, Kent (1.6 miles)
Friendly and family run camping and touring park with onsite tennis court, clubhouse, swimming pool and more.
Hampton Bay Park
Herne Bay, Kent (2.9 miles)
Camping and touring at Herne Bay, just minutes from the beach, with campfires welcome. Dog friendly.
Kent Cottage Holidays
Blean, Canterbury, Kent (3.4 miles)
Magical treehouses and quirky accommodation for adults only, with roaring hot tubs and Blean Woodlands close by.
Priory Hill Touring Park
Leysdown-on-Sea, Kent (4.8 miles)
Beachside camping and touring on the Isle of Sheppey with facilities including a swimming pool, bar and casino.
Sunnyside Farm Chilham Certificated Site
Chilham, Kent (7.6 miles)
A small, quiet adult only campsite with just 12 pitches near Canterbury and the Kent Downs AONB.
Nethergong Camping
Canterbury, Kent (7.7 miles)
Woodland and lakeside camping and glamping with an onsite fishing lake and cafe, 15 minutes from Herne Bay Beach.
Chitty Chitty Glamping
Chislet, Canterbury, Kent (7.8 miles)
Friendly bell tent glampsite just 15 minutes from the beach, with a wood-fire hot tub onsite.
Cobbs Meadow Certificated Location
Bekesbourne, Canterbury, Kent (7.9 miles)
A lovely quiet, flat and rural site, close to the North Downs Way for walking and just south of Canterbury.
Monks Cottage Caravan Site
Faversham, Kent (9.8 miles)
Dog friendly touring pitches in a picturesque valley with modern facilities. Surrounded by the Kent Downs AONB.
Elmley Nature Reserve
Sheerness, Kent (10.4 miles)
Romantic shepherd's huts, cosy cabins and a cottage all set in acres of stunning wildlife on the Isle of Sheppey.
Hawk Place Campsite
Minnis Bay, Birchington-on-Sea, Kent (10.5 miles)
Small, unique, quiet and friendly site, a short walk from the beach. Sheltered and gated, with countryside views.
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Things to do in Whitstable
The vibrant yet charming coastal town of Whitstable in Kent has a variety of bait to tempt every type of camper. Shoppers, beach lovers and culture vultures will all find something to their taste here.
We suggest taking the time to explore the delightful town at a leisurely pace. There are a number of enticing independent shops to discover, as well as plenty of pubs and restaurants in which to recharge your batteries during a busy day of sightseeing.
Those with a passion for art, theatre or history are well catered for with venues such as the Horsebridge Arts and Community Centre and Playhouse Theatre Whitstable offering great live entertainment. The Whitstable Museum and Gallery is a fascinating place to explore too, while the Chappell Contemporary is a must for visitors with an interest in contemporary art.
Whitstable Castle & Gardens is an attractive place to potter and group tours of the castle are available, while the gardens are home to tempting tea rooms. Afterwares, head to Tankerton Slopes for a stroll, it's a grassy area with colourful beach huts and beautiful views of the beach. Hang around as the day ends to enjoy a wonderful sunset.
Tankerton Beach (pebbles) is a great spot to cool off during hot summer days. Enjoy the two mile walk or cycle ride from here to Herne Bay, or head out along the Street during low tide. This shingle spit offers fantastic views but take care to check the tide times!
If you can muster up the energy, a visit to historical Canterbury via the Crab and Winkle Way is a must. The six mile route cuts through the pretty countryside and a return trip is a lovely way to spend the day.
Whitstable Harbour is not to be missed either, with a number of stalls to explore and yet more cafes and restaurants. Be sure to try the delicious fresh seafood - if you don't fancy oysters then the Whitstable Oyster Company does a mean lobster.
Oysters are a big thing here and the Oyster Festival in July sees some 80,000 people descend on the town for 10 days of food and live performances.
Interesting local family attractions include Wildwood, Blean Woods National Nature Reserve (and Victory Wood alongside) and Howletts Wild Animal Park.