Faversham is a picturesque medieval market town situated on the north Kent coast and surrounded by the beautiful Kent countryside
It’s the town’s character and charm that make it an incredibly appealing place to live. Its history provides a wonderful backdrop for modern life, whether shopping for artisan produce in Kent’s oldest market square – complete with Elizabethan wooden painted pillars – or finding a convivial atmosphere in one of several old medieval inns.
Faversham offers a host of local amenities including a wide range of independent shops and cafes, alongside a huge choice of traditional public houses and restaurants.
It is its many layers of history that give Faversham the character and charm that make it such an incredibly appealing place to live today
There are the footprints of its magnificent Abbey and even further back, of Roman villas, all long gone. But its history also makes a wonderful backdrop whether shopping for artisan produce in Kent’s oldest market square – complete with Elizabethan wooden painted pillars – or finding a convivial atmosphere in one of several old medieval inns.
You’ll be in good company as Queen Elizabeth and Shakespeare are reputed to have been welcomed here. Catch a scent of the past as you walk through the plants and herbs of the old Abbey medicinal physic garden, and stroll along the streets of half-timbered buildings with studded oak beams in a town that is beautifully and nichly faceted medieval gem
Good schooling is conveniently close to Faversham Lakes, with Davington Primary School as well as Bysing Wood Primary, both rated Good by Ofsted.
For the early years there is Westside Pre-school as well as Bertie’s Nursery too. The local area retains the Grammar school system, with Faversham’s grammar origins dating to the medieval period and the first documentary evidence dating from 1420. Today, Queen Elizabeth’s Grammar School offers a co-educational selective education to almost 1,000 pupils in a supportive, stimulating environment, promoting the values of respect and co-operation
Faversham hosts markets every Tuesday, Friday and Saturday.
While each first and third Saturday of each month the special ‘Best of’ Market brings the hand-made, locally crafted, grown, and produced to Faversham. It’s the perfect way to buy great quality regional produce from fresh fish to smoked cheese, artisan chocolate, and more. You’ll also find convenient shopping close to home every day with a 7-day, open-late Sainsbury’s Superstore – and petrol station – on Bysing Road, close to home.
Set in a candlelit boathouse, whether you dine inside or outdoors on the patio, this beautiful old weather-boarded pub on the banks of Faversham creek brings the colour and distinctive tastes of the Mexican cookhouse to the table. Expect everything from Habanero glazed chicken wings to smashed avocado and chimichurri vine tomatoes.
29 Front Brents, Faversham ME13 7DH
01795 591 411
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An 18th Century hostelry with log fifires in winter and creek views of the atmospheric Kentish marshes all-year-round, the Modern European menu focuses on local seafood and specialities like Romney Marsh lamb. The terrace is the perfect spot to dine or sup a Whitstable Bay pale watching yachters hoist their sails.
2 Church Road, Oare, Faversham ME13 0QA
01795 533 633
thethreemarinersoare.co.uk
An elegant Georgian Manor house set amongst grounds and lawns, Read’s has a renowned reputation for its seasonal menu and talented chef. Whether it is fifish from nearby quays or Iberico ham, they are served with vegetables and herbs fresh from the walled kitchen garden, and complemented by the extensive wine list.
Macknade Manor, Canterbury Road, ME13 8XE
01795 535 344
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From the Kentish countryside to the heart of the City,
feel perfectly placed.
Faversham Train Station offers direct links to London Victoria & London St Pancras as well as links to Cannon Street & Fenchurch Street, while Ashford International for Paris and Disneyland is 15 miles and Junction 6 of M2/A2 Dover to London route, is just two miles away
Faversham Town Centre
Faversham Train Station
Whitstable
Canterbury
Ashford
Maidstone
Royal Tunbridge Wells
This area surrounding Faversham Lakes has much to offer, from England’s first cathedral to indulgent retail therapy. The medieval cathedral city of Canterbury is just 10 miles from Faversham Lakes.
The city is famous for Chaucer’s Canterbury Tales and its fourteen hundred year old cathedral. Today the city draws crowds with its bustling bars, pubs restaurants, cafes and shops as well as its historic attractions.
In addition to Canterbury town centre, Whitefriars, once a monastic site is now the go-to place for the most-up-to date brands in one of the largest malls in East Kent,
In nearby Maidstone, Kent’s county town, you’ll find Fremlin Walk, a stylish open-air shopping centre that hosts a House of Fraser as well as a wealth of brands from Pandora to Superdry
You will never tire of visiting the charming seaside town of Whitstable and exploring its shingle beach and seafood eateries.
The pretty high street hosts a range of independent shops and art galleries with everything on offer from vinyl records to the latest best-selling books.
Foodies will be spoilt for choice; you can pick up everything you desire from the finest locally grown oysters to fabulous fish and chips.
At the harbour market, you’ll find British-made, premium and hand-crafted goods and fine art set in the middle of Whitstable’s working harbor.
Faversham Lakes, Ham Road, Faversham, ME13 7TW
