Camping in New Romney

Romney Marsh is one of the most distinctive places to camp in Kent, an immense flat expanse of grazing land, drainage dykes and big open skies stretching from New Romney towards Dungeness and the coast. As with anywhere in England, wild camping is illegal without the landowner''s express permission, so pitch only at a licensed campsite, caravan park or with a farmer''s consent. The marsh''s low, exposed terrain means weather can change quickly, and sites here tend to be well used to coastal winds, so a sturdy tent or a static caravan pitch is a sensible choice outside the height of summer.

The best season for camping around New Romney runs from late spring through to early autumn, when long daylight hours suit exploring the marsh by bike or on foot, and the nearby beaches at Dymchurch and Greatstone are at their most inviting. The flat, largely traffic-free lanes crossing the marsh are ideal for family cycling between campsites, the miniature railway and the coast, while birdwatchers will find spring and autumn migration particularly rewarding on the reserve at the Romney Marsh Visitor Centre.

For those who prefer a more comfortable base, glamping options in the area range from static caravans and shepherd''s huts to safari tents, offering a way to enjoy the marsh''s wide horizons and quiet, dark skies without full camping kit. Given the area''s popularity in peak summer weeks, especially with the railway drawing family visitors, booking ahead is strongly advised for both traditional pitches and glamping stays. Whatever the choice, the combination of marshland scenery, historic Cinque Port heritage and the novelty of the miniature railway makes camping near New Romney a memorable and unusual base for a Kent holiday.