Escape the crowds at Badgells Wood Camping and pitch up in an idyllic off-grid woodland setting within the Kent Downs AONB. Toast marshmallows under the trees after selecting your base within the lush greenery and try bushcraft workshops. Whether you're bringing your tent or campervan, or glamping in a cosy bell tent, you'll be nestled amongst 250 acres of Whitehorse Wood - a designated local wildlife site!
Why choose Badgells Wood Camping
Peaceful off-grid camping on an eco friendly woodland site - perfect for reconnecting with nature!
Private woodland pitches with your own private fire pit, great for roasting marshmallows at night
Onsite school of nature and bushcraft offering sessions in archery, campfire cooking and more
About the site
If you're looking for somewhere off-grid in a stunning woodland setting, look no further. Once the site of a WWII training ground, you'll be nestled amongst ancient woodland so be sure to head out and explore this beautiful landscape. Easily accessed from either the M20 or the M2/A2. The site is under 2.5 miles from the turning off the A227, between Meopham and Wrotham. Pitches are spread across the woods, ensuring that you feel as though you're camping on your own amongst nature. Rest up in the Bluebell Camping area deep in the woods or park up at the Tudor Springs area - ideal for families. Pitches include handy fixed fire pits. For glampers, there are cheery bell tents with solar lighting sleeping either five (for families) or four (adults only) with comfy beds, chair beds and futons supplied inside. Each has kitchen supplies such as a kettle, camping stove and cooking utensils, pans etc. Please bring bedding such as duvets, pillows, sleeping bags and towels with you. Dogs are also welcome with campers but must be on a lead when not near your pitch. Sorry, dogs cannot stay in the bell tents.
Open from 1 April to 30 October.
There are 7 accommodation options on-site
6 x Family Bell Tents
Max 5 people
5m bell tents set on decking which include a proper double bed, two single chair beds and a single roll-out bed to sleep five, plus an infant in a cot if needed. Sheets supplied for all beds. Max of two adults.
Interested in staying at Badgells Wood Camping?
Unfortunately Badgells Wood Camping 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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Frequently asked questions about Badgells Wood Camping
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Site rules
What time is check-in and check out at Badgells Wood?
You are welcome to check-in from 2pm and must be checked in by 6pm Monday to Thursday, 7pm on a Friday, 6pm on a Saturday and 5pm on a Sunday. Check out is by 11am on the day on your departure.
Is Badgells Wood dog-friendly?
Dogs are welcome on the regular camping pitches, but please make sure they are well behaved. If you come with a dog, the site can help by providing you with some biodegradable poo bags and ask that you please ensure to clean up after your four-legged friends. The site do also ask that dogs be kept on a lead when not at your pitch. Friendly dog breeds are requested to ensure a peaceful atmosphere for all.
Unfortunately, dogs are not allowed in the bell tents.
Does Badgells Wood allow BBQs and campfires?
Each pitch is supplied with a firepit. The site do also sell seasoned firewood onsite and asks you only use this due to the risk of using firewood from elsewhere. Please also do not take deadwood from around your pitch as this is vital for the local wildlife.
Does Badgells Wood Camping allow group bookings?
Some of the pitch areas can accommodate up to three families all together but let the site know beforehand to ensure you are all together.
Facilities
Is there WiFi at Badgells Wood Camping?
The site really encourages a digital detox from the outside world so there is no WiFi available onsite.
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Interested in staying at Badgells Wood Camping?
Unfortunately Badgells Wood Camping 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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