Camping doesn't have to be for adventurers only! With our exclusive Shepherds Hut set in the woods of Port Lympne, you can camp in style and get back to nature without compromising on comfort.
With an exclusive Shepherd’s Hut set in the woods of Port Lympne, you can camp in style and get back to nature without compromising on comfort. Perfectly designed to sleep four in a double bed with overhead bunk beds, the stylish Shepherd’s Hut comes with all the creature comforts you could wish for.
What's included?
Entrance to Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve
Entrance to Howletts Wild Animal Park
Short Break Safari experience
Free Wi-Fi
Free on-site parking
CAMP IN COMFORT
Perfect for a couples break or a family night in the wild, fall asleep with the sound of roaring lions and tigers or gather around the fire pit to toast marshmallows and spot the shooting stars.
THE EXPERIENCE
With views sweeping over the Trojan steps all the way to the sea, Pinewood provides a rural refuge from the hustle and bustle of the outside world.
Set under the pines at Port Lympne, the pods are a few steps from the lion enclosure where guests can marvel at these majestic creatures in the peacefulness of Pinewood.
THE ACCOMMODATION
Pinewood includes thirteen rustic pods and a shepherd’s hut spaced out amongst the trees.
All of the pods are heated, with room for up to four people. Guests have access to the communal toilet and showers and all rooms include tea and coffee facilities. Take on a family challenge in the game room or socialise around the shared campfire.
Exclusive Access
PINEWOOD
Safari Experience
PINEWOOD
Eat & Drink
PINEWOOD
Exclusive Access
EXCLUSIVE ACCESS
The check-in time for your stay is at 3pm and the check-out time is at 10am. You can visit both wildlife parks - Howletts Wild Animal Park and Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve - from 9.30am to closure.
Safari Experience
SAFARI EXPERIENCE
All of our short breaks guests have a safari included in the cost of their stay (where current COVID restrictions allow). What’s more, guests can enjoy their stay knowing that they are directly helping conservation, with all profits from the park’s short breaks going back into Port Lympne’s animal conservation charity work in collaboration with The Aspinall Foundation.
Eat & Drink
EAT & DRINK
Enjoy gluten friendly pizza and authentic Italian dishes at Babydoll’s Wood Fired Pizza, or bistro style dishes at Port Lympne Hotel Restaurant. Alternatively, relax in the tranquillity of the unique Moroccan Courtyard at Port Lympne Hotel (open spring & summer), serving breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner.
Location
The Shepherd’s Hut is located amongst the pine trees and just 50 yards away from lions and tigers. Set at the top of the park opposite the spacious lion habitat, you can enjoy spectacular views from the Reserve’s Trojan steps over the Romney Marsh to the sea.
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Frequently
asked questions
The standard day ticket to Port Lympne does not include access to the truck safari, these are available for a supplement of £6 per person.
No, the animals are in large enclosures designed to resemble their natural habitat as closely as possible.
Gift shops, play areas, experience days & enrichment workshops, keeper talks, and other seasonal activities are available. Make sure to visit Dinosaur Forest at Port Lympne.
STAY AT PINEWOOD
PORT LYMPNE RESERVE
Port Lympne Reserve is home to amazing wildlife and incredible views. See over 900 animals from 75 species at this award winning park. See the lions who live in close proximity to Pinewood, then explore the rest of the Reserve and see gorillas, bears, cheetah, giraffe and many more!
PORT LYMPNE RESERVE
Journey through the African and Asian experiences, all included free in your short break, to see rhinos, giraffes, wildebeest, zebra and many more. There are plenty of attractions to keep the kids occupied and for that quiet time, enjoy our walks and views, then visit the 4* Port Lympne Hotel bar and restaurant to unwind.
Port Lympne supports The Aspinall Foundation and together we fund the protection, breeding, and rewilding of rare & endangered species. Since 1984 over 320 animals have successfully been returned to the wild including 70 gorillas, 8 rhino and hundreds of Javan primates.