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Where to go glamping in Kent during the heatwave

14:32, 02 August 2018

Unbelievably, Kent's glorious weather is set to continue - and this weekend is going to be a scorcher.

Forecasters at the Met Office have predicted temperatures of up to 30C inland tomorrow, and highs of around 26C along the county's coastline.

With yet more wall-to-wall sunshine, there's no need to venture abroad to top up your tan this year, so why not try one of Kent's glamping hotspots?

1 Kits Coty Glamping, Aylesford

Kits Coty Glamping
Kits Coty Glamping

While just a stone's throw away from both Maidstone and Medway, this quiet rural retreat is surrounded by scenic footpaths, tiny lanes, and country pubs.

Accommodation includes luxury tents, complete with beds, mains power and a cosy log effect stove, alongside Pamela the traditional shepherds hut.

The site also features enchanted cabin, Greta, decorated with flowers, ivy and a touch of magic.

2 Port Lympne, Hythe

The Bubble retreat at Port Lympne (3408860)
The Bubble retreat at Port Lympne (3408860)

Get up close and personal with a range of exotic animals at one of Port Lympne's glamping retreats.

Disappear at the site's Forest Hideaway, sleep under the stars at the Giraffe Lodge, or immerse yourself in new, romantic retreat, The Bubble.

Complete with transparent walls and ceiling, the unique getaway offers panoramic views of the reserve, alongside a king size bed and freestanding bath tub.

For the full list of lodges, visit the Aspinall Foundation website

Inside the Bubble retreat
Inside the Bubble retreat

3 Leeds Castle, Maidstone

Leeds Castle glamping Picture: Martin Apps
Leeds Castle glamping Picture: Martin Apps

Live out your medieval fantasies at Leeds Castle with this unique glamping experience, complete with a dose of modern luxury.

Each tent comes with a four poster bed, wood burning stove, cotton bedding and snug furry throws.

Guests also have access to a cast iron griddle over an open fire pit, so you can eat just like a knight would have done before battle.

4 Sunninglye Farm, Tunbridge Wells

Glamping at Sunninglye Farm
Glamping at Sunninglye Farm

If you're craving the peace and simplicity of the outdoors this summer, why not visit a canvas lodge at Sunninglye Farm?

Found deep in the High Weald of Kent, the site features seven cosy boltholes, alongside chickens, pigs and horses.

Despite it being a working farm, some lodges come complete with showers and hot tubs, and you can even plug in your phone on-site.

5 Bloomsburys, Biddenden

Bloomsburys, Biddenden
Bloomsburys, Biddenden

With its combination of yurts, tepees and safari lodges, Bloomsburys promises to help you escape "the hurly burly of life".

The low carbon, environmentally site features solar powered toilet and shower facilities, alongside hot tubs, saunas and a range of other luxuries.

Nearby Sissinghurst Castle also provides a great place to explore for those wishing to venture further into the Kent countryside.

To find out more, visit bloomsburysbiddenden.com

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