KENTSTAYCATION
GLAMPING IN KENT CONT .
KNIGHTS GLAMPING
Knights Glamping , Leeds Castle , Maidstone
Fit for a king , or knight in this case , a stay at Leeds Castle comes in the style of Medieval striped tents . Just a few moments drive from the M20 in the splendid grounds of ‘ loveliest castle in the world ’ Leeds Castle , there ’ s no denying this will be a glamping experience with a difference . Each tent is surprisingly spacious and comes stylishly furnished with a chest of drawers , reading lamps and iPod docking stations , how luxurious ! Sleep like royalty in a plush four poster bed , surrounded by crisp white cotton bedding and furry throws .
For those wishing to eat like knights , a cast iron griddle over a fire pit is included . And , just a short walk from the campsite , guests are provided with the use of the shower and washing facilities . Glampers can also pre-book one of the many activities at the castle including the falconry experiences , Segway tours or the Go-Ape Adventure . Stays also include access to the castle , grounds and attractions .
www . leeds-castle . com
Kits Coty Glamping , Aylesford
Think 5-star luxury glamping and you ’ ll arrive here . Winner of the Glamping Business of the Year 2021 in the South East of England , and the Unsung Hero Award 2021 , Kits Coty Glamping is the brainchild of husband and wife team Ami and Mark Culver . Set in the picturesque village of Aylesford , it ’ s within easy reach of plenty of fun-filled activity days for the whole family including Chatham Dockyard and Leeds Castle .
Choose from a variety of different stays available , one of the gorgeous tents , ‘ Gretel Lodge ’ or ‘ Pamela ’ the shepherd ’ s hut . Whatever the accommodation , the overall feel is romantic and cosy – a home away from home equipped with electricity , a wood burner and electric heater for those cold nights . Outside there ’ s a picnic table , fire pit and of course BBQ , but the star of the show has to be the luxurious shower cabin , where complimentary toiletries and fluffy hotel towels await . Escape the hustle and bustle , sit back and relax amongst nature , and enjoy this simple way of life .
www . kitscotyglamping . co . uk
Free Range Glamping
Free range by name , free range by nature , this offthe-grid glamping site is situated on a 500-acre organic dairy farm in the Kent Downs surrounded by Kentish meadows , how ’ s that for the ultimate rural retreat ? Not only that , this place is home to some rather special accommodation ; from hill top yurts fitted with an outdoor kitchen , king size double bed and private composting toilet with amazing views across the valley ; to the fabulous shepherd ’ s huts , complete with all the home comforts including a wood-burning stove and cute kitchenette with double gas burner ! As for the setting , Bore Place is so much more than just a farm . Not only does it boast some wonderful staycation accommodation , it ’ s also an environmental charity that pioneers renewable energy , sustainability and food provenance ; they run courses and workshops , yoga retreats and it ' s a popular place to get married .
www . freerangeglamping . co . uk
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