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Had our first camping trip of the year here over the rather damp May Bank Holiday and have mixed feelings about our visit.
Firstly I cant fault the friendliness of the couple that run this place. They are always on hand to answer questions and offer any help they can. It's a big site with good clean facilities and lots for the kids to do. There is great walks from the site itself and The Castle pub in Bodiam is a lovely spot for a well kept ale from Shepherd Neame and a good hearty meal.
However what I want from a campsite obviously isn't what everyone else wants. Its clear the site has a reputation for accommodating large groups of all ages and that was my problem. I am quite happy with people chatting and laughing in to the night around the campfire. That's what it is all about. Playing loud music until 4am isn't my idea of being a good fellow camper. Despite clear rules saying no music after 11pm and a couple of security guards patrolling at night it seemed impossible to ensure everyone followed the rules. People were asked to turn it down but once they had gone, up went the levels again.
We moved the tent on Saturday morning as Friday night was so bad and moved in to the field dominated by caravans. Still a nice atmosphere but we could actually sleep at night. (turn right after the entrance)
What I wish is that they were a bit more honest about what the site is about. I think its great that a place like this exists and may even go back if I wanted a party weekend with friends.
Generally when I go camping I don't want this so wont be going back. My advice is make your own mind up about what you want before you book.
This is a simple, un-commercialised site with a fairly new shower and toilet block. Level pitches and small kids playground (partly undercover) also several rope swings dotted about which our kids loved. Parents be aware of small, fast flowing river at one end of the site. Some distant traffic noise, but not at all intrusive.
The two wardens were extremely helpful and were excellent hosts. The appalling rain the previous (Easter) weekend had churned up part of the field, but shortly after our arrival, they thoroughly rollered the field which, together with the sunshine meant that all but the worst of the mud disappeared very quickly.
On arrival, the electric in my unit didn't work, and the kind warden discovered it was my lead, leant me a spare and then fixed my lead during our stay, all free of charge. Really appreciated and above the call of duty, thanks!
The site allows camp fires and they sell logs and take group bookings. Historically, it has had a reputation of any thing goes, but the new wardens and security guards mean that any noise pollution is now quickly dealt with, day or night. When you check in, I would advise you to get the 24 hour number from the wardens and then you can let them know if you have any problems.
Burger/Snack van food good quality and not too many additives etc.
On leaving, discovered we'd lost one of the kids' bikes. Again, the wardens came to our rescue, turns out my son had left it in the playground and they brought it back to our pitch for us.
Hope to return to Park Farm soon, thanks for a great weekend!
Just arrived back from our first camping trip this year although I note the weather was wet, windy and extremely muddy the campsite itself is brilliant.
The staff are extremely helpful allowing you to get to your pitch and set up, before having to find your bag to pay the site itself is good flat surface which I've always found a problem at most other campsites. Be warned if your planing to go within the next few weeks ensure you take wellies as its extremely muddy but fun.
The guy with the Tractor will be around should your car happen to get stuck in the mud, which is what the poor guy seemed to be doing all day. The area is very clean, good showers with pretty of room for changing etc, over 12 sinks for washing up, roughly around the same amount of showers and possibly more toilets.
Overall good campsite to go to, lots in the area to do and explore and we all look forward to returning later this year.
Have stayed at this campsite a few times now as it is local and good for a one nighter with just me and the kids, we have always been able to pitch near the Shower/Toilet block and play area without a problem, and have never had any problems with fellow campers being noisy or invading our space.
This is a large site and its just a case of turning up, paying, then finding the right place to pitch your tent (Booking is pointless) we found that out when we first stayed here.
Pitch price is average, they allow open fires and a pickup truck roams the site with logs for sale, the facility's are more than adequate and the on site ice cream and burger vans are very reasonably priced so this site ticks all the boxes for me,
For longer stays and electric hookup its probably best to check the website and make a phone call.
I stay away at Bank holidays as they charge double.
Upon arrival the friendly staff invited us to choose a pitch and pay later when the site manager did the rounds. The access and paths are excellent and the atmosphere generally very relaxed. The on site facilities were very good with a couple of hot food stalls selling the usual fayre. What really stood out however were the excellent shower-rooms and WCs. They looked to be new and were spacious and kept very clean with hot water free to guests as part of the entry. The charge was per person or child, regardless of whether you were in tent, or caravan. Well behaved dogs are allowed and there is a reasonable playarea with a few swings, see-saw and a zip-slide.
Allowing campfires was definitely a plus point and so we took advantage of the logs that were being sold on site to fuel ours. I noticed a couple of wardens do the rounds which was re-assuring, however some time after midnight there some loud bellowing coming from a group nearby, they kept up for half hour or so before they moved on by their own accord. It would of been nice to hear the Wardens keep the peace at this point but sadly they were not to be found.
The walk to the nearby Castle, is a very pretty and leisurely walk along the river Rother, which crosses agricultural land with nice view of the Bodiam Castle beyond. I'd say the walk is more like 35 minutes rather than the stated 20 but nevertheless a very pleasant stroll in fine weather.
For supplies, there is the village of Hawkhurst about 3 miles up the road where we found a well kitted out local supermarket, with an excellent range of wines and beers on offer.
A wide open site with plenty of space for camping.
The owners drove round in the evening to check we were all ok and to take payment. You could also buy a bag of logs and kindling for the campfires they allow on site.
There was a separate are for washing up, with warm running water and a shelter from the rain.
Toilets and showers were basic but clean
A thirty minute walk from Bodiam castle along the river - great place to visit.
Need a car to travel out to other places though.
Really liked this site and reasonable price as well.
I wasn't sure if I had arrived at a car boot sale or festival at first, very busy, my first thought was to go home as it looked so chaotic! However as we were meeting friends so stayed and managed to find a space. My poor friends; who couldn't get a space next to us were in another field, sandwiched in between two parties playing loud music, so they spent most of their time with us. Its definitely a place for groups, with the noise and bustle. I was a bit peeeved that around 11pm we were asked by security to stop playing our acoustic guitar, as the decibel rate around us all day had been so high, however fair enough it was 11. But as soon as they had moved all the other loud music started up again !, I don't mind Rod Stewart but not at 3 in the morning! And a foul mouthed argument nearby made me feel insecure. Walk to Bodaaim along towpath breathtakingly lovely though.
Too noisy for me but we did enjoy most of our evening, thanks to being part of a larger group. People selling logs for campfire and chinese floating lanterns made it magical. Bit of a mixed review, I know. If there had been better organisation I think I would have felt happier there.
We took an opportunistic single night's break and felt all the better for it. It's a massive site which - on a hot August weekend - was alive with kids, dogs and bustle. However, everyone seemed to rub along and enjoy themselves without getting in each other's way.
Our pitch was a long way from the amenities and our stay too short to see how well they coped with the number of people.
A big plus-point was the fact that barbecues and open fires are allowed. Most people took full advantage. In fact the site was refreshingly free of fussy rules.
The surrounding countryside is very pleasant, particularly the riverside path to the pub in Bodiam. Although the pub and its garden get busy on a good day, a visit is recommended.
Overall a nice friendly relaxed campsite. This was our first camping trip for years and with children which was brave but we really had a great time. 3 large fields to choose from and pitch up where you like. LOVELY that they allow campfires too. There is a lovely riverside walk to bodiam castle from there which take 15 mins. Good children's play area although this did get a bit crowded. Only criticism is they seem a tad unorganised as we turned up friday evening having booked a pitch with hook up and was told there was none left as it was first come first served - so why bother booking I thought. Eventually they did sort us out some electric though but not a good start after a stressful journey!
We got back yesterday from what was meant to be a 3 night stay at Park Farm, but we extended to 4 nights because we were having such a great time and the weather was perfect. We arrived on Thursday and there was no staff in sight to check us in, so we found a fellow camper who informed us that it was a case of pitch up and someone would be round later to take your money. Seems this is the norm if you arrive any day other than a Fri or Sat. Drove round and checked out all 3 fields before deciding where to pitch. We chose the field behind the toilet/shower blocks. As promised the owner (Lucinda) arrived to take our money a few hours later, closely followed by her hubby (Max) who delivered logs round the site. This is the first time we've camped on a site that allows campfires, and we loved it. It brought out the boy scout in my hubby and the toasted marshmallows tasted gorgeous! The site was relatively quiet on the Thursday, but did fill up throughout Friday & Saturday, but not uncomfortably so. The showers were tepid, although much warmer on Monday morning as there were fewer people. The shower/toilet block was adequate and cleaned regularly. There was noise during the evenings, but not unbearable, and the no music after 11pm rule was enforced by wardens on the Fri & Sat nights. The walk along the river is pleasant, but the uneven ground would make pushing a pushchair a real challenge. The Castle pub was very nice, and the food we had on Saturday was exceptional. Yes it was expensive compared to some pubs, but the portions were huge and the quality of the food was superb. The only downside was that we went along there again for dinner on Sunday and they'd sold out of meals. It was 7.20pm and they were supposed to serve 'til 9pm, so we weren't best pleased. However back at the campsite we decided to pay a visit to 'Darren's Snack Bar' and got burgers, which were gorgeous - very meaty and tasty. He seems to be open for brekky every morning and burgers every evening, not just weekends. There was also a van parked in the field we were in on Fri evening, all day Sat & Sun morning, selling jacket potatoes in the evening and bacon &/or sausage baps for brekky (also cup cakes, freshly made, which were delicious!). Another van sold ice creams, which kept the kids happy. All of the food/refreshments sold on-site were reasonably priced, which makes a pleasant change. Overall we had a brilliant long weekend and will definitely return to Park Farm, many times! Incidentally if you need any shopping there is a Spar about 3 miles away in Hawhurst, which is good for papers, ice, milk, etc., but if you want more things, especially beers, wine and barbecue stuff, then carry on the A229 to Cranbrook, where you'll find a huge Co-Op, saving yourselves a lot of money but only about 10 mins further to drive.
The owners allow too many campers to pitch up which makes the place noisy, smelly, and unkempt.
It's fine to allow loud music and camp fires (which we like), but when there are so many people, it gets out of hand (couldn't see the sky for smoke, and the music went on and on unchallenged).
The children's play area is housed in a farm building and is not suitable for young children.
Not a bad site, the showers and wash basin area is closed at 10pm and don't open till 6am, it was closed at 9:55 this week, its a bit early to shut this area, as most people are up late sitting around the camp fire, so, if you don't mind smelling like a camp fire till morning, or not having time to wash the kids before bedtime, then OK. The walk along the river to the pub is a bit more than advertised, more like 40min at best.
We stayed at Park Farm for one night as it was our first night under canvas as a family and we wanted to stay at a site with decent facilities just to ease ourselves into it. When we arrived, we were met at the main gate by two ladies who took our money and gave us advice on which field to choose to best suit what we wanted (there were three main areas, one of which seemed to be a bit noisier and geared more towards groups). As we drove in, because the site was so large and you can chose where you want to pitch up, the whole place had a kind of festival feel to it.
Although it wasn't exactly what we expected, the whole site seemed to be run well, the toilet and washroom blocks were clean and because of the gated entrance, all seemed secure. The play area consisted of a small aerial slide and a few swings hanging under an old farm shelter but was great for the kids regardless.
We walked to the Castle Inn at Bodiam Castle on Saturday aftenoon which took us about half an hour (we did have a 2 year old walking with us which slowed us down) and the pub is a nice kid & dog friendly place although the food menu is a little bit dearer than average but a very good standard.
All in all, we had a great first experience and would recommend Park Farm as a good, safe, clean site in a good location.
Upon arrival it was a free for all when it came to pitching your tent! There is plenty of space so it wasn't a problem. The main field is flat with plenty of remnants of old camp fires.
The facilities are of a good standard although if you want a hot shower I recommend getting up very early or using them off peak to avoid long cues. The Male shower block had plenty of sinks but only 5 showers (all included in the price).
The Kids were kept entertained with the swing park and there is a rope swing over the river! Fishing along the river is free to campers and only a 5 minute walk from the main field. Parents please note that you have to cross a fast road to get to the fishing!
The camp rules of no music after 11pm didn't stop some of the guests so I would recommend ear plugs if you want a good nights sleep. This campsite is full of life so if you are after a quiet break its possibly not for you. We enjoyed it and the kids had a great time.
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Tent Pitches 
Caravan Pitches 
Motorhome Pitches 
Small Campervans 
Glamping Units 
No Statics for Hire 
No Statics for Sale 
Seasonal Pitches 
Electric Hookups 
No Hardstandings 
No Fully Serviced Pitches 
Families Welcome 
Not Members Only 
Rallies Welcome 
Not Naturist Site 
Dogs Welcome 
No Dogs Allowed 
Groups Welcome 
Motorbikers Welcome 
Toilet Facilities 
Hot Showers 
Washing Up 
No Bathroom 
No Baby Changing 
No Laundry 
Drinking Water 
Disabled Friendly 
Chemical Disposal 
Battery Charging 
No Gas Exchange 
Recycling Facilities 
No Kitchen Facilities 
Freezer / Fridge 
Motorhome Point 
Wifi Access 
Shop On Site 
Bar On Site 
Restaurant or Cafe or Takeaway On Site 
Kids Playground 
No TV Room 
No Games Room 
No Evening Ents 
Fishing On Site 
Wild Swimming On Site 
No Indoor Pool 
No Outdoor Pool 
Horse Riding <5 miles 
Cycle Hire <5 miles 
Golf <1 mile 
Tennis <1 mile 
Beach <10 miles 
Watersports <10 miles 
Boat Launch / Mooring On Site 
No Sea Views 
Working Farm 
Campfires Allowed 
Riverside Pitches 
Public Transport <5 miles
Offroad Dog Walk On Site or Direct Access 
Had our first camping trip of the year here over the rather damp May Bank Holiday and have mixed feelings about our visit. 
