Capel Battery
New Dover Rd, Capel-le-Ferne, Folkestone CT18 7JJ, UK
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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. Yes, Capel Battery is opening its doors to motorhomes in a quiet location atop the White Cliffs in Kent – and, in an extra bonus for war history aficionados, the thought-provoking Battle of Britain Memorial is just five minutes’ stroll away.
With far-reaching views over Dover to the English Channel and (on a clear day) France, the site sits in the village of Capel-le-Ferne, 10 minutes’ drive from the Port of Dover and 20 minutes from Folkestone's Eurotunnel terminal, making it a handy stop for overnighters starting or rounding off their holidays in Europe.
With room for just a handful of pitches – each with an electric hook-up – this back-to-basics site is just a few steps away from a local pub, open for Kentish beers, lunch and dinner daily. If you’re going down the self-catering route, you can source supplies at the supermarkets on the edge of Folkestone (five minutes' drive).
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Pitch types
- Non-electric hardstanding and grass motorhome pitch
- Fully-serviced grass motorhome pitch
- Fully-serviced hardstanding motorhome pitch
Pitch details as listed by the booking provider — availability and exact pricing shown at checkout.
Hook-up
No electric hook-up listed — worth confirming directly if you're bringing a caravan or motorhome.
Facilities
What visitors say
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 · via Google
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 · via Google
Visited here today. Good views over the channel.
4 years ago · via Google
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12 months ago · via Google