# Capel Battery β€” Camping in Folkestone > Motorhome campsite on the White Cliffs of Folkestone with views over the English Channel, beside a restored WWII gun battery and near the Battle of Britain Memorial. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/folkestone/camping/capel-battery (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Historical Landmarkβ›Ί Tent Camping🚐 Caravans # Capel Battery New Dover Rd, Capel-le-Ferne, Folkestone CT18 7JJ, UK [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=5726636917490206647&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) **In short:** Capel Battery is a campsite in Folkestone, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 6 Google reviews, with pitches for tents, caravans and motorhomes. Details checked 6 August 2026 Β· source: Google Places Motorhome campsite on the White Cliffs of Folkestone with views over the English Channel, beside a restored WWII gun battery and near the Battle of Britain Memorial. ## About Capel Battery And now for something completely different… It's not every day you get the chance to camp right alongside the unrestored remains of a World War II gun battery. Capel Battery opens its doors to a handful of motorhomes in a quiet location atop the White Cliffs, where far-reaching views sweep over Dover to the English Channel and, on a clear day, France itself. War history aficionados will appreciate the thought-provoking Battle of Britain Memorial just five minutes' stroll away. Sitting in the village of Capel-le-Ferne, the site makes a handy stop for overnighters – 10 minutes from the Port of Dover and 20 from Folkestone's Eurotunnel terminal. Pitches include hardstanding and grass options, some fully serviced with electric hook-ups. A local pub serving Kentish beers, lunch and dinner daily lies just steps away, while supermarkets on the edge of Folkestone (five minutes' drive) cover self-catering supplies. With its spectacular clifftop setting and intimate scale, this back-to-basics spot delivers wildlife-rich walks and genuine historical atmosphere. ## Photos Photos via Google ## Can I bring...? β›Ί Tent pitches βœ“ Yes 🚐 Caravans welcome βœ“ Yes 🚌 Motorhomes welcome βœ“ Yes ✨ Glamping available βœ• No πŸ›– Lodges & statics βœ• No ## Pitch types - β€’ Non-electric hardstanding and grass motorhome pitch - β€’ Fully-serviced grass motorhome pitch - β€’ Fully-serviced hardstanding motorhome pitch Pitch details as listed by the booking provider β€” availability and exact pricing shown at checkout. ## Hook-up ⚑ Electric hook-up βœ• πŸ”Œ EV charging βœ• No electric hook-up listed β€” worth confirming directly if you're bringing a caravan or motorhome. ## Facilities 🚿 Hot showers βœ“ πŸ“Ά Free WiFi βœ• 🏊 Swimming pool βœ• πŸ›’ Onsite shop βœ• 🎠 Children's play area βœ• πŸ– BBQs allowed βœ• πŸ”₯ Campfires allowed βœ• 🧺 Laundry βœ• 🎣 Fishing βœ• πŸ› Hot tub βœ• β™Ώ Accessible facilities βœ• πŸ…ΏοΈ Hardstanding pitches βœ• 🍽️ Bar/restaurant on site βœ• Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife haven Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearby Small (11-25 pitches) Restaurant nearby ## Takeaway & food delivery Handy if you fancy a night off cooking β€” here's what delivers near this site. ### πŸ₯‘ Just Eat β€” 179 takeaways deliver to this postcode (CT18 7JJ) EUGREEKA! (Folkestone) β˜… 5.0 Β· Greek, Kebab Aspendos Restaurant Folkestone β˜… 5.0 Β· Kebab, Burgers Sainsbury's - West Park Farm Supermarket β˜… 5.0 Β· Groceries, Alcohol Folkestone Kebab & Pizza House β˜… 5.0 Β· Pizza, Kebab Co-op - Folkestone Station β˜… 5.0 Β· Groceries, Alcohol Checked 26 Aug 2026 β€” always confirm on [justeat.co.uk](https://www.just-eat.co.uk/) before ordering, as coverage can change. ### πŸ›΅ Deliveroo β€” 150 restaurants nearby McDonald's Subway Burger King KFC Pizza Hut Delivery Checked 26 Aug 2026 β€” always confirm on [deliveroo.co.uk](https://deliveroo.co.uk/) before ordering, as coverage can change. ## Nearest supermarkets Handy if you're self-catering or need to stock up on arrival. - Lidl, Folkestone 1.5 miles - Sainsbury's, Folkestone 1.6 miles - Asda 1.6 miles - Morrisons 2 miles - Tesco 3.2 miles - Co-op 4.6 miles - Aldi, Dover 5 miles Straight-line distances β€” the drive will be longer. Store data Β© [OpenStreetMap contributors](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright). ## Location New Dover Rd, Capel-le-Ferne, Folkestone CT18 7JJ, UK [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=51.0976064%2C1.2018615) ## Opening hours **Grass pitches are available from 30th January while the hardstanding pitches are open all year round.** ## What visitors say Matt Roots β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… Open day at the battery. Nice talk to begin then the opportunity to explore. Lots of work done and plenty to do. Access to some areas not for everyone, especially the ladders down to the plotting room, but good fun if you're able. 2 weeks ago Β· via Google Nigel Broatch β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… Very interesting wartime history. I hope the museum can stay open and go from strength to strength. The bunkers are being cleared out and becoming more accessible to visitors. Some amazing war vehicles are here on open days. I love camping here. Folkestone harbour is in walking distance. Some great walks on the zigzag paths down the cliff to East Cliff Warren and country park by the sea. 12 months ago Β· via Google Jamie Williams β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… Visited here today. Good views over the channel. 4 years ago Β· via Google sara clark β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… Capel Battery Aire 12 months ago Β· via Google [More campsites in Folkestone](https://staycation.co.uk/folkestone/camping) β˜… 4.8 (6 reviews) 79% of guests would recommend this site From Β£30 per night [Book on Pitchup](https://www.pitchup.com/campsites/England/South_East/Kent/Folkestone/capel-battery/) [Visit website](http://www.capelbattery.com/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=campsite) [07903 481000](tel:07903481000) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Folkestone **County** Kent **Dogs allowed** ❌ No (unconfirmed) **Electric hook-up** ❌ No 🏨 ### Prefer a hotel nearby? Browse hotels and B&Bs in Folkestone. [Hotels in Folkestone β†’](https://staycation.co.uk/folkestone/hotels) ### 🏨 Prefer a roof? Stays near Folkestone Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. [Check availability β†’](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DFolkestone%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link ## Report an issue Spotted something wrong with Capel Battery's page β€” closed, wrong details, broken link? Let us know. ## Quick answers ### Is Capel Battery any good? Capel Battery is rated 4.8 out of 5 from 6 Google reviews. ### What facilities does Capel Battery have? Capel Battery has showers. ### How do I contact Capel Battery? 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