Camp Kindling - Sevenoaks

Shyamala S. B. (.

Fantastic Family Fun!

As first-time attendees, we had an amazing experience that truly awakened my inner child while creating lasting memories with my young one. The friendly atmosphere, well-organised setup, and engaging activities all contributed to a wonderful experience. Thankfully, the weather brightened and warmed up for two out of the three days we attended, enhancing our time there.

Overall, it was great value for money, and we both left with unforgettable memories. We’re definitely planning to return in 2025 if all goes well. Highly recommended!

jorge G.

Had an amazing experience in camp kindling. The kids had such fun that they were so sad to leave. As a parent (grown up) i can say that it was so inclusive for all ages. There was so much to do for kids and adults alike. Special mention to the flag making stall and cyanotype for giving the kids a memorable experience. Thank you camp kindling. I have already booked for next year thats how good it was.

Natasha

We had an absolute blast at camp kindling! Making unforgettable memories, going down water slides, on zip lines, rock climbing, nerf gun wars and amazing live acts, team games and so much more! You name it, they had it
We cannot wait to come again! If you’re wanting to come here, I highly recommend it, but be quick as it’s very popular!

M G.

Honestly we had the best time ever, it was our first time and surprisingly won’t be the last time, I would highly recommend camp kindling even if you go once it’s something you have to experience, I can’t explain how good it was. Jules and Lee, I would like to say thank you so much for creating such wonderful experiences.

Nicola D.

2024 review update!
We attended again this year and had yet another amazing time. We booked standard tickets and took 2 kids aged 7 & 12.
The activities: we did a variety from kickboxing to beading to aerial silks, and the kids enjoyed them all. The capture the flag activity leaders were fantastic as was the beading lady. My kids voted the aerial hoop and silks and the best activities on site. The floral headdress may seem expensive at 25 credits but the quality of the materials provided was superior and the outcome was stunning.
You also have activity patrol leaders doing games all around the site with kids and set game times within the bleachers area each evening. The patrols are fantastic but need to be evened out a little numbers wise.
The drop-in activities were so, so hard to access this year due to the increased numbers so we missed a lot of things we wanted to do, such as air drop and flag making. The bubbles were phenomenal though!
The food was cheaper than in previous years with more options and less queues; we could still do with a few more gluten free choices though. The pre-ordered packed lunches did not go to plan; we ended up waiting 2 hours and still no sandwich, but the staff could not apologise more and tried their best to make it right. People did queue for hours for the candy floss art, we didn’t, even though our kids would have liked one, we didn’t think it was worth the lost festival time.
The camp fires are a great touch - take your own marshmallows!
The music was varied as usual with choirs, DJs and really high quality performers, if not the best known. We missed Levi Roots because the notification that he was performing was on social media which is hard to access with no reception in the middle of a forest!
The enrolment was slightly problematic with delays when it went live BUT we did manage to book most of what we wanted and spend our credits on some really, really good activities. I would say that because the unlimited tickets and influencers get to book earlier than everyone else, you have no chance of doing things like bee keeping, quad bikes, bread baking and trapeze.
Influencers! There are so many on invite, which we’re all paying for. They were filming everywhere and then trying to deal with their kids melt downs once the camera was off - I wouldn’t believe the hype they sell you because they get different tickets to us and you won’t have the same experience as them. Off camera they don’t all seem to be having the best of times…
There was a loss of power and water for a short time, but we didn’t experience this because we were in the forest doing activities so it was back on before we knew it.

chesca M.

My little family had the most magical weekend at Camp Kindling. We have a one year old but still managed to get stuck into the amazing variety of drop in activities and were just buzzing from the atmosphere the whole time. Incredible staff, gorgeous location, beautiful decor and set up. The evening music was definitely a highlight for us, so many great acts, and a great mixture of live instrumentalists and Djs. Felt like I got to relive my childhood for the weekend! Thank you Camp Kindling! 🧚🧡

Lisa B.

Just got home after a fantastic weekend at Camp Kindling! It’s our second time and the improvements made since 2022 are brilliant! General camping moved to the other side of the forest and had a much more festival vibe! People chatting, sharing and helping each other out! Hope to see all the Badgers next year!

Facilities - the loo’s and showers were always attended to even at midnight when everyone is heading back after the music. Always someone nearby cleaning or handing out loo roll! Showers are much better than last year too! Cleaned all the time and loads of hot water! Washing up was done in cold water but everyone was so friendly and happy to chat. Microwave and a kettle were available but being able to use your own stove at your tent is much easier.

I have to give a special mention to the father and son who tirelessly emptied the bins- pink baseball caps! Absolutely fantastic job!

Activities & staff: yes some activities were fully booked and it was difficult if you were on the waiting list but staff always tried to get people on activities. There are so many things to do that are just turn up you don’t need to worry. Pendant flag making was a massive hit! So much so the staff had to run out to get more glue from the shops! Climbing wall and the jump always had a queue. Patrol leaders were always around and never seemed to stop they were fantastic! You need to join the games each evening and don’t miss the camp photo!

Food: Really good mix of food available! Big shout out to the coffee tent at General camping opened at 7am and always had a queue, most parents were seen (including me) strolling up in our PJ and jumpers to get the coffee fix! Full English breakfast, pastries freshly baked onsite! Bubble tea was a big hit too as well as pizza, burgers, Moroccan food! So many, with halal, gluten free and vegan catered for. It is festival/ outing prices but that’s what you would expect.

I would 100% recommend this weekend to anyone with children! Get the kids away from the PS and TV and they will make friends, try new things and have an amazing time! Parents they will honestly be knackered every night - you will too after dancing until 11pm and running round and doing things!

C F.

Loved loved loved. Enjoyed every minute of this being able to see, so many people bond, with limited device use and have fun and share their reasons why they've attended or returned for another year.
Wish the food section has more cultural food maybe Caribbean or African stations. Definitely return regardless.