Explore Sittingbourne and Faversham

The industrial town of Sittingbourne in north Kent offers a lively town centre, excellent food offer, and plenty of access to the surrounding countryside. Nearby, the historic town of Faversham offers up another side of Kent, steeped in heritage and tradition.

Getting Around Actively

Swale has excellent rail connections to London Victoria and high speed trains from St Pancras to Faversham and Sittingbourne, where you can connect with the Swale branch line service to Sheerness on Sea. The Swale Line provides easy access to attractions including the Sittingbourne and Kemsley Light Railway, Milton Creek Country Park and the historic
harbour town of Queenborough. Cycles can be taken on any off-peak Southeastern service.

National Cycle Route 1 links Faversham, Sittingbourne and Kemsley, where you can join Route 174 and follow it across the bridge to the Isle of Sheppey. Each town centre has plenty of cycle parking available. Take a close look at the map and see how easy it is to
walk or cycle from your home to the station, school, or town centre.

Walking and cycle aren’t just fun ways to get around leaving the car at home on some trips will save you money and reduce emissions. It also allows you to be active as part of your daily routine, helping you to stay fit and healthy.