KENTSTAYCATION
GLAMPING IN KENT :
Where outdoor adventure meets a little luxury
GLAMPING , THE PORTMANTEAU OF THE WORDS ‘ GLAM ’ AND ‘ CAMPING ’, A WORD WE ’ RE SURE YOU ARE BECOMING EVER MORE FAMILIAR WITH , UNLESS OF COURSE YOU ’ VE BEEN LIVING UNDER A ROCK FOR THE PAST FEW YEARS . GONE ARE THE DAYS OF SLUMMING IT IN THE MUD , SETTING UP IN THE PITCH BLACK AND WAKING TO A WET TENT , OH YES , FOR NATURE LOVERS , BUT THOSE LESS LOVING OF SPARTAN ACCOMMODATION , GLAMPING IS EVERYTHING WE COULD POSSIBLY WANT FROM THE OUTDOORS WITH ALL THE LUXURIES AND COMFORTS OF A HOTEL . WITH THE WARMER MONTHS FAST APPROACHING , AND THE INCREASE IN POPULARITY OF GLAMPING SET TO INCREASE FOLLOWING MORE COVID UNCERTAINTY , ASHLEIGH BRITTEN HAS COMPILED A SELECTION OF SOME OF OUR FAVOURITE SPOTS ACROSS KENT … HAPPY GLAMPING !
LONGBERRY FARM
Longberry Farm Glamping
Longberry Farm offers a place to relax , unwind and surround yourself with nature with a glamping experience that will be difficult to forget . Located just outside of Ashford , the glamping site consists of four luxury bell tents , all individually themed – ‘ Blossom ’ is beautifully decorated with lilacs , greys and florals , sleeps up to 6 people and comes with unlimited use of the private hot tub ; whilst the ‘ Mayflower ’ s ’ shabby chic vibe is perfect for a romantic getaway . And , if one of the tents doesn ’ t fit the bill , the quirky converted cabin ( made to look like a stable ) is the perfect cosy glamping destination ! Think countryside calm , fun-filled campfires under the stars and chilling out in the hot tub , bubbles in hand . Just an hour away from London , this rural setting is a million miles away from the hustle and bustle of city life .
www . longberryfarm . com
Green Hill Glamping , Dover
For a self-catering experience with a difference , head to this award-winning glampsite in Alkham Valley and stay overnight in one of the two beautifully restored vintage shepherd ’ s huts , ‘ Shepherd ’ s Watch ’ and ‘ Ploughman ’ s Retreat ’. The glamping huts ingeniously include all of the home comforts : ensuite , kitchen facilities , hanging space , hairdryer , a bespoke king size bed , and a woodburner , there ’ s even private parking and your own BBQ .
Wake to panoramic views across the family-run farm and Kent Downs , get up close and personal with the wildlife and absorb the peacefulness , all whilst enjoying the home comforts . Make the most of the location and explore the many country walks on offer , start in the stunning village of Alkham and discover the church dating back to the 12th century , or head a little further to the White Cliffs of Dover and catch a glimpse of France . The motto here , whatever you decide to do : escape , rest and enjoy !
www . greenhillglamping . co . uk
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