Kez Camps 2024
Join Kez Camps: Black Camping Club for a summer adventure in nature, camping, hiking & swimming in the great British outdoors!
Date and time
Location
Weymouth, UK
Weymouth, UK Weymouth United KingdomRefund Policy
Agenda
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Friday: Campfire Social
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Saturday: Shoot Your Best Shot
Tam Cader
8:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Saturday: Movement in Nature
Lee King-McDowall
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Sunday: Durdle Door Hike
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Monday: Nature Drawing & Journalling
Jasmine Karis
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
Monday: Group Photo and Closing circle
About this event
Welcome to Kez Camps Black Camping Club! We are an ever-growing community of Black and brown nature lovers meeting annually for a romp in nature in the beautiful ocean-facing countryside of the Jurassic Coast, Weymouth, England.
Join us for an unforgettable time filled with fun, laughter, and new friendships. Whether you're a napping enthusiast, an adventure seeker, or a creative mind, there's something for everyone at Kez Camps. Immerse yourself in exciting activities, and explore the beautiful surroundings. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to create lifelong memories. Mark your calendars and get ready for an adventure like no other!
Please be aware that Kez Camps prioritises uplifting individuals of Black descent across the diaspora. Allies are welcome and encouraged to attend and support, whilst being mindful of the space you take up and conscious of existing privilege.
Not sure about something? Please check the FAQ section.
Campsite Facilities
- Clean hot showers
- Compost & flushing toilets
- Kitchen washing-up sinks
- Drinking water taps
- Refuse & recycling points
- WIFI (in shop area)
- Phone charging docks
- Cashback (in reception)
- Credit cards accepted on site
- Beach access (10mins walk/800 metres away from site. Please be aware it involves stairs)
- Organic bakery (serving bread, cakes and pastries)
- Pizzeria
- Chip shop
- Charcoal grill
- Crepe truck
- Coffee shop
- Juice Bar
- Seafood bar
- Vegan/Vegetarian food
- Ice cream vendor
- Foal & Pheasant Bar (serving alcoholic & non-alcoholic drinks)
- Farm shops (Selling range of organic produce, meat, vegetables, firewood and BBQs)
- Supermarkets & city centre nearby (10mins driving)
- Yoga (located in neighbouring site on Eweleaze Farm, 8.30-9.30am - Pay what you can)
- Turkish bath (located at entrance to top field)
- Solar sauna (off Beach path)
- Sauna (at the Paddock)
- Campsite offered breathwork workshops and massages (located at the Paddock, booking required at Eweleaze Farm - £15)
What’s included in the ticket cost?
Campsite pitch Friday-Monday
Access to all campsite facilities
Nightly campfire socials
Beach hike to Durdle Door
Specialist workshops with Kez Camps facilitators:
- Shoot Your Best Shot photography workshop with Tam Cader
- Nature Drawing & Journalling with Jasmine Karis
- Movement in Nature dance taster with Lee King-McDowall
What’s not included in the ticket cost?
Catering meals and drinks
Travel to, during and from Kez Camps
Any additional activities and entrance fees not detailed in the included section
Food
Please be aware catering is not provided during Kez Camps events.
There are several food trucks on the campsite (details above).
If you plan to cook, we suggest visiting the local supermarket on arrival in Weymouth town centre or shopping in the well-stocked Farm shops on the campsite.
Packing Essential Guide
- Tent
- Sleeping bag, pillow, & bedding
- Sleeping mat/air bed & pump
- Camping chair & picnic blanket
- Camping stove & gas canisters
- Cooking pots, pans & kettle
- Utensils
- Cups, dishes and chopping board
- Seasoning & oil
- Dish towel, washing up liquid, & sponge
- Firelighters, a lighter/matches & torch
- Wireless speaker
- Warm & cool layers, coat, hat, gloves
- Swimwear, beach shoes
- Shower slippers, towel
- Comfortable walking footwear
- SPF sun protection, antihistamines, bug spray
- Toiletries, toothbrush, wet wipes, antibacterial gel
Photography
If you do not want to be in photos or videos please notify us on arrival.
Tag us on Instagram @KezCamps or using the hashtag #KezCamps
Frequently asked questions
No, tickets are non-refundable as all sales with the campsite are final, but are transferrable to a person of your choosing. Please notify us if you transfer your ticket to someone else.
Yes. Kez Camps prioritises the experiences of individuals of Black descent across the diaspora (African, Caribbean, Latin and South America). All allies are welcome and encouraged to attend and support, whilst being mindful of the space you take up and being conscious of your existing privilege.
Yes. Many campers come solo, and our event is designed for solo attendees to mingle. Specialist workshops and campfire socials provide ample chances to meet and make new friends. Join the activities, strike up conversations – you'll have a great time.
Whilst we don't have a dedicated group chat/forum, we stay active via email and Instagram. Closer to the trip date, we'll make posts on Instagram inviting campers to comment below if they want to connect with others before the event. Please always be safe when communicating online.
We have a zero-tolerance policy for any kind of violence, prejudice, harassment, and intimidation. No racism, colourism, sexism, homophobia, transphobia, ableism, ageism, fatphobia, misgendering or any other prejudice based on religion. You WILL be asked to leave immediately if you violate this.
Whilst we do not offer payment plans, you can use PayPal Pay in 3 to purchase your ticket at checkout.
You will need to book taxis to get to the offsite excursions or supermarkets. Book in advance to avoid delays. Weyline Cabs | T: 01305 777777 | weyline.com Fleetline Cabs | T: 01305 777333 | fleetlinetaxis.co.uk
Yes, there are both compost and flushing toilets located across both campsites, along with showers in most fields. If you want to use a flushable toilet you need to walk over to the neighbouring campsite, Eweleaze: East Field, Entrance Field, Chicken Field and Corner Field.
There is a wide range of food offered from different outlets on the neighbouring campsite Eweleaze. The earliest opens at 7.30am and most close at 9pm. The Tent Bar offers food until 10 pm. Food stalls include: Bakery (serving bread, cakes and pastries)Pizzeria, Charcoal grill, Crepes, & Burgers.
Approximately 12-15 minutes along the coastal path depending on your speed.
Driving is the most convenient option as you can make use of your vehicle to travel to external activities or to the shops. Public transport: Travelling via train or coach to Weymouth can be inexpensive if booked in advance. Taxi will be needed to travel from the station to the campsite.
The shop sells most types of disposable gas canisters, as well as Camping Gas 904 & 907 refillable sizes and some Calor cylinders: 4.5kg, 7kg, 15kg subject to availability. They also sell firewood, kindling and BBQs.
There is an ice pack exchange in the shop (chargeable). Note that this is an exchange service, so you won’t get your own ice packs back. Cost is 60p/block for the standard 400g size, or about £1.50/kg. There is normally ice for sale in the shop as well.
Yes, you are welcome to use the facilities and activities at Eweleaze. You can access Eweleaze by walking along the coastal path which would take approximately 12-15 minutes. We don’t recommend driving as the steep gravel road can be blocked by traffic.
Yes, the campsite has both an onsite medical and security team, run by Bluestone Security. They are available 24/7.
Shortlake Farm campsite consists of 4 fields interlinked by gates. You can drive through slowly to find a free pitch. Contact us on the number provided once you arrive and we will guide you to the exact pitch site we chose on the day. Pitches are not allocated/reserved.
None of the pitches have electric hook-up.
Yes, there is access to the private beach via the end field and the coastal path. The steps down to the beach are located at the bottom of Beach Field. Please note that there is no lifeguard present on the beach and there are steep steps to climb down to the beach.
Yoga (located in neighbouring site on Eweleaze Farm, 8.30-9.30am - pay what you can) Turkish bath (located at entrance to top field) Solar sauna (off Beach path) Sauna (at the Paddock) Breathwork workshops and massages (located at the Paddock, booking required at Eweleaze Farm - £15)
There is a laundry service near to reception at Eweleaze campsite which does a service wash and dry. Note at busy times there can be a delay of 24 hours or more as we have to give priority to our bell tent bedding.
Preston - 2.5km walk - Spar, Post Office, Appleby's / Overcombe Corner - 3km towards Weymouth, on the roundabout - Charlbury Wine Store, Chemist / Littlemoor - 6km - Co-op, Chemist, Littlemoor Hardware, McColl's / Dorchester - 9km, outskirts of Weymouth - Morrisons, Lidl, Tesco Express
Yes, a phone charging service is offered at the farm shops. The cost is £1.75 per item, and they can supply chargers for most phones. You are advised to bring your own charger for higher-powered items such as iPads, laptops, battery packs etc.
The Shortlake and Eweleaze farm shops open from 8am – 9pm Mon - Sun. Opening hours may differ please inquire at the shop on arrival.
Please leave the campsite as you would like to find it and collect all waste you generate during your stay and dispose in designated bin areas on the campsite. Bring bin bags with you to throw away waste.
There is access to free Wi-Fi in the Yard Coffee Shop and surrounding area (wireless password is ‘password’).
Small VW-style vans are welcome on the campsite, along with trailers, trailer-tents, and boats. Unfortunately, caravans or motorhomes are not permitted. (Vans should have the outline of a standard Luton van/smaller, and a motorhome/caravan having bodywork specifically built to make it a motorhome.)
If you have specific skills or ideas you'd like to contribute, feel free to reach out to our team via email. We appreciate the community spirit, and your willingness to participate makes our camping trip even more special.
Email us on kezcamps@outlook.com or drop us a DM on Instagram @kezcamps
Yes, there is limited car charging available on the neighbouring site, Eweleaze. They can charge only 2 cars at a time, between the hours of 8pm and 8am. Booking required. Alternatively, free charging can be found in Weymouth town centre.