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Plum Camping in May Tree Orchard

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4 reviews

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5 acres hosted by Natasha S.

2 lodging sites · 9 tent sites

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Simple camping and comfortable glamping amongst organic fruit trees, wild flowers and woodland, bordering an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with some of the darkest night skies in Europe. In the beautiful High Weald of Kent, Tash and Nick have been running May Tree Orchard's low-impact, nature-friendly, seasonal campsite, Plum Camping, for the last 4 years. The Soil Association certified organic land is full of wild flowers and surrounded by woodland and other orchards. Electricity and hot water for showers and washing up is solar generated. So you can charge your phone if necessary, but we'd recommend stargazing and enjoying the quiet warmth of friends and family around an evening fire instead. Bring your own tent, stay in the delightful hand-made shepherd’s hut or stylish caravan, or hire the whole May Tree Orchard space. Numbers are kept low here so that there is always plenty of room for everyone, as well as peace and quiet. The campsite is an hour and a half drive from London and a 20 min walk to the sleepy and pretty village of Goudhurst, with pubs selling great food and two local shops for self-catering. There are also two excellent farm shops within walking distance. Close to May Tree Orchard, there are walks via Sissinghurst, Scotney and Bodiam Castle, and water activities on the River Rother and at Bewl Water. Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest is about a ten-minute drive from the campsite and the coast around Hastings and Rye is just over 30 minutes. Two amazing independent food businesses sell pears, apples and plums grown at the orchard – Local Greens (South London) and Growing Communities (North London). Delicious apple juice and tasty chutney made from the organic apples grown in the orchard are available to purchase on site, and sometimes there are home-grown veg and herbs for sale.

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4 ratings · 4 reviews

Nik S.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· August 2024

Tent · With kids ·

Orchard Tent pitch

The place is beautiful, and we had a wonderful quiet stay. We loved star-gazing on the clear nights, and eating the blackberries! It was great to be able to have a fire on our pitch. We were pitched reasonably close to the toilet and water, but pretty far from anyone else, so we had great privacy, and really felt like we were away from it all. Natasha and Nick were very welcoming and helpful!

Stephen S.

8 months on Hipcamp

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· August 2024

Tent · With pets ·

Orchard Tent pitch

This remote and quiet spot in rural Kent was just what was needed after a busy and hectic period at work. We were warmly welcomed upon arrival and directed to a fantastic spot. We set up camp amongst a group of Birch trees which provided some much needed shade from the bright and hot sunshine. Combined with trips to Hastings and Bodiam Castle this was a great way to spend a few days. Natasha's land is a small site without the noise and bustle of larger campsites, a great place to relax and get together with friends.

Bella W.

8 months on Hipcamp

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· August 2024

The perfect place to chill

Tent ·

Orchard Tent pitch

Having camped here a few times I cannot recommend plum camping enough. What a beautiful peaceful place to spend a weekend. The Shepherds Hut is really cute with small touches like fresh flowers and books to borrow, that made it a gorgeous place to spend a weekend. I don’t think I’ll ever go back to sleeping in our tent! The outdoor kitchen with stove and sink made cooking a pleasure. The hot outdoor shower was a pleasant and unexpected surprise. Nick and Natasha are the perfect hosts and helped recommend a beautiful walk in the area. And their homemade apple juice is delicious!

Sarahphillips ?.

2 reviews

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· July 2024

Lovely natural camping site

Tent ·

Orchard Tent pitch

A beautiful orchard, very natural surroundings. Lovely and quiet.. Clean and functional composting loo and outdoor shower. Natasha and Nick were super friendly and very knowledgeable about the local area. Would definitely recommend!

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Cranbrook, Kent, United KingdomTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking