Camping in Eastry

Eastry sits within the gently rolling arable countryside of East Kent, a landscape of open fields, hedgerows and quiet public footpaths rather than dramatic hills, making it well suited to relaxed walking and cycling rather than rugged wild camping. As with the rest of England, wild camping without the landowner's permission is not legal here, so anyone wanting to pitch a tent in the area should use one of the licensed campsites or glamping sites in the surrounding villages and along the East Kent coast, several of which are within a short drive of Eastry and close to the White Cliffs Country Trail linking Sandwich, Deal and Dover.

The area's exposed, flat farmland means conditions can be breezy, particularly close to the coast at Sandwich Bay and Deal, so late spring through early autumn, from around May to September, generally offers the calmest and driest camping weather, along with the longest daylight for exploring the footpaths around Eastry and the nearby coastline. Sites near Sandwich and the Kent coast can get busy in peak summer weeks thanks to the area's beaches and golf links, so early booking is worthwhile if you want a pitch close to the village.

For those who prefer a more comfortable option than a traditional tent, glamping has become increasingly popular across this part of Kent, with bell tents, shepherd's huts and safari-style lodges available at farm sites within easy reach of Eastry, Sandwich and Deal. These typically come with proper beds, some form of heating and often a fire pit, making them a good choice for a comfortable countryside break in spring or autumn when a traditional tent might feel exposed. Whichever type of pitch you choose, Eastry's quiet lanes and surrounding footpaths make it an easy, low-key spot to explore on foot or by bike between longer days out on the coast.