Campsite · Meopham · Kent

Badgells Wood Camping

Off-grid woodland campsite on the Birling Estate in Kent with fire-pit pitches, small-campervan spots and bell tents, about an hour from London.

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Some dogs
Campfires
Glamping

Badgells Wood is a camping area set inside ancient woodland on the Birling Estate near Meopham, close to the Kent Downs. Tent pitches are spread among the trees in three areas: Tudors Spring, a short step from the parking, The Oaks, a little deeper in, and Great Park Wood, a quiet adults-only patch. Every pitch has its own fire pit, and firewood grown on the estate is sold at reception.

There is no electric, no wi-fi and little phone signal, though the hot showers, composting loos, drinking water and recycling are all there. Pre-erected bell tents with real beds are available for those who do not want to bring a tent, and eight pitches take small VW-style campervans. The site runs activities such as bushcraft, archery and foraging and sells pizza, coffee and wine. Caravans and large vans cannot be taken.

Fire pit on every pitch
Adults-only area in the chestnut coppice
Bell tents with real beds
Bushcraft, archery, foraging and other activities on site
About an hour from London

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Open1 May to 1 November

Arrive / leaveFrom 14:00 / by 11:00

DogsIn some accommodation

CampfiresIn fire pits only

PoolNone

ElectricNo

Prices

Camping is charged per person per night; children under 3 are free. Bell tents are a fixed rate per night with no per-person charge. Peak runs 22 May to 6 September; weekend means Friday and Saturday nights.

When is it cheapest?

One night for two adults in the tudors spring woodland pitch, every night of the next year. Tap a day to price it.

CheapestDearestClosed

October 2026 from £48

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November 2026 from £48

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December 2026

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January 2027

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February 2027

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March 2027

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April 2027

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May 2027 from £48

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June 2027 from £50

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July 2027 from £50

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August 2027 from £50

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September 2027 from £48

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The full price list we hold (2026)

Seasons

Off-peak: 1 May to 21 May, 7 September to 1 November
Peak: 22 May to 6 September

Rates

For	Season	Nights	Price
tudors-spring, the-oaks, great-park-wood, campervan	peak	fri, sat	£28 person_night
tudors-spring, the-oaks, great-park-wood, campervan	peak	sun, mon, tue, wed, thu	£25 person_night
tudors-spring, the-oaks, great-park-wood, campervan	offpeak	Any	£24 person_night
bell-tent	peak	fri, sat	£155 unit_night
bell-tent	peak	sun, mon, tue, wed, thu	£130 unit_night
bell-tent	offpeak	Any	£115 unit_night

People

Child 3–15: £12.50 night
Child 3–15: £14 night
Child 3–15: £12 night
Infant–2: £0 night

Minimum stays

2 nights: Weekends (Friday and Saturday)
2 nights: Bell tents
3 nights: Bank holiday weekends (Fri, Sat, Sun)

Deposit: Full payment at booking

Source: badgellswoodcamping.co.uk, checked 2026-10-20. Always confirm the price when you book.

Places to stay

Tudors Spring woodland pitch

Pitch

Grass
No electric
For tent, trailer-tent

Family-friendly woodland pitches a few feet from the parking bays, about 10m apart, each with a fire pit and picnic bench. Some pitches take up to three families together by arrangement.

The Oaks woodland pitch

Pitch

Grass
No electric
For tent, trailer-tent

Pitches under oak trees, up to about four minutes' walk from parking; wheelbarrows provided. Each has a fire pit.

Great Park Wood pitch (adults only)

Pitch

Grass
No electric
For tent, trailer-tent

Secluded adults-only area in sweet chestnut coppice, three to four minutes' walk from parking. Each pitch has a fire pit.

Campervan pitch

Pitch · 8 of them

Grass
No electric
For campervan

Small VW-type campervans only, no caravans or large vans. No electric hook-up. Fire pit and picnic bench.

Bell tent (Bells in the Woods / Tudor Bells)

Bell tent

Bedding included
Fire pit
No dogs

Pre-erected bell tent with real beds, lighting, fire pit and picnic table. No dogs. Check-in from 3pm, check-out by 10am.

Rules

Dogs: In some accommodation · on leads · not in glamping
Friendly breeds only
Dogs are welcome on regular camping pitches but not in the bell tents. Keep them on a lead away from your own pitch and clear up after them.
Fires: In fire pits only · logs sold
BBQs: Yes, but no disposables
Every pitch has a fire pit. Campsite-wide fire bans can be imposed in dry or windy weather; bring a gas stove in summer.
Pool: None
Groups: By arrangement · max 3 pitches
Contact the site before booking groups. No stag or hen parties, and no groups with an average age under 21.
Quiet hours: 22:00
Arrival: From 14:00 until 18:00
Check-in Mon to Thu 2-6pm, Fri and Sat 2-7pm, Sun 2-5pm
Music: No amplified music
Visitors: No day visitors at busy times; check with reception at other times
Cancellation: 90% refund for family bookings cancelled at least 14 days before arrival (28 days for groups)
Also: Caravans and large campervans are not accepted
Also: Smoking allowed on your pitch but not inside bell tents
Also: Great Park Wood is an adults-only area

Facilities

Washing and toilets

Toilets
Showers (Free)
Hot water
Washing-up area

Pitches and power

Electric hook-up (no)
Drinking water
WiFi (no)
Mobile signal (Poor)

Food and drink

Shop
Café
Fire pits

Things to do

Farm animals

Around the site

Woodland
Walk to a pub (no)
Recycling

Only facilities we've confirmed are shown. Crossed out means confirmed not available.

Location

Badgells Wood Campsite, Whitehorse Road, Meopham, Meopham, DA13 0UF

Nearest pubThe Villager30 min walk
Nearest ferryGravesend Town Pier7.8 miles
Nearest stationSnodland2.8 miles

Directions in Google Maps

Questions people ask

Are dogs allowed at Badgells Wood Camping?

Dogs are allowed in some of the accommodation but not all. Friendly breeds only.

Can you have a campfire at Badgells Wood Camping?

Yes, in fire pits. Logs are sold on site. BBQs: yes, but no disposables.

When is Badgells Wood Camping open?

1 May to 1 November.

How much does it cost to stay at Badgells Wood Camping?

From £48 a night for two adults, the lowest price we can find over the next year. Camping is charged per person per night; children under 3 are free. Bell tents are a fixed rate per night with no per-person charge. Peak runs 22 May to 6 September; weekend means Friday and Saturday nights.

Does Badgells Wood Camping have a swimming pool?

No.

Does Badgells Wood Camping have electric hook-ups?

No.

Is there WiFi at Badgells Wood Camping?

No.

Which ferry is closest to Badgells Wood Camping?

Gravesend Town Pier, 7.8 miles away.