Faversham

Faversham Walking & Cycling Routes

Oare Marshes: Head towards Oare and follow the creek north to reach Oare Marshes on this 5-mile (8km) circular trail.

For a longer walk by the marshes: Head north along the opposite side of Faversham Creek towards Gravney Marshes and the Swale Estuary on this 10.3-mile (16.58km) circular trail.

Alternatively, follow in the footsteps of Romans and Royalty, heading south out of Faversham through countryside and orchards (passing Brogdale Farm) on this 6.25-mile (10.06km) circular trail.

Macknade Food Hall

Macknade offers a variety of produce sourced locally and further afield.

Explore the food hall which includes one of the largest selections of cheese and charcuterie in the UK. Or, enjoy dishes in the onsite cafe featuring produce from the food hall.

Accessibility: Accessible for wheelchair users with full level and step-free access | Dogs: Only assistance dogs are allowed in the main Food Hall, but the Food Village and Wine Store are dog-friendly

Maison Dieu Museum

Originally a 13th-century wayside hospital, this flint and timber-framed building is now a small museum showcasing a collection of Roman and Saxon artefacts from nearby excavations.

Uncover the area’s Roman and early medieval past, as well as the story of the archaeologist who discovered the items.

Accessibility: Maison Dieu is not wheelchair accessible due to the historic nature of the building | Dogs: Assistance dogs are welcome

Fleur De Lis Museum

Step back in time to discover the history of Faversham, from pre-Roman settlement to the town’s role in the farming, shipbuilding and explosives industries.

With free entry and family‑friendly exhibits, it’s an ideal stop for exploring Faversham’s history.

Accessibility: Only the ground floor is accessible for wheelchair users | Dogs: Only assistance dogs are allowed

Mount Ephraim Gardens

Enjoy ten acres of family-owned Edwardian gardens in which you can explore the arboretum and stroll through the rose gardens to the Japanese rock garden. Maybe even savour a cream tea from the tea room or have a picnic by the lake along the way.

Directions: Buses run to Boughton-under-Blean (Stagecoach X3 service en route to Canterbury), then walk a small section of the Boughton Street – The Peasants’ Last Revolt Walk (follow route step A2 and A3 – approx 10-15 minutes) to reach Mount Ephraim Gardens.

Accessibility: Less accessible for wheelchair users | Dogs: Dogs allowed but must be on leads

Belmont House & Gardens

Designed by Samuel Wyatt, this Grade I listed small stately home dates from the mid-1700’s and is surrounded by formal gardens and parkland. Inside the house, explore the armoury, clock and Michel-Jean Cazabon painting collections.

Accessibility: Ground floor of the house can be accessed via ramp for wheelchair users | Dogs: Dogs allowed in the gardens but must be on leads

Doddington Place Gardens

Set in the grounds of a Victorian mansion, Doddington Place Gardens covers ten acres and includes woodland, rock and sunken gardens. You can even take a trip up ‘The Wobbly Tower’ for an aerial view!

Directions: Faversham Hopper Community Bus Service runs a bus to Doddington, then walk up Church Hill (approx 20 minutes) to reach Doddington Place Gardens.

Accessibility: Some areas are less accessible for wheelchair users | Dogs: Well-behaved dogs are allowed on short leads

Brogdale Farm

Visit Brogdale Farm, home to the National Fruit Collection, and take a guided tour through orchards of apples, pears, plums and more. On selected weekends, enjoy picking your own fruit straight from the trees.

Families can also hop aboard the miniature railway, offering a fun ride around the site.

Accessibility: Some areas are less accessible for wheelchair users, there are two off-road mobility chairs available for hire | Dogs: Dogs are not allowed in the orchards, but the marketplace and picnic meadow are dog-friendly

Shepherd Neame

Join a guided tour of Britain’s oldest brewer and take a look behind the scenes at the brewing process, before finishing with a tasting of Shepherd Neame’s Kentish ales and speciality lagers.

Accessibility: The Visitor Centre is accessible for wheelchair users via a ramp but the brewery tour is not due to a number of steps – virtual tours are available | Dogs: Dogs including assistance dogs are not allowed on the tour

Faversham Pools

Enjoy year-round swimming in the indoor pools, complete with a jacuzzi area. Or, in the warmer months, spend a fun family day out in one of three heated outdoor pools that include 1m, 3m and 5m diving boards.

Accessibility: Fully accessible with a Dipper hoist available for both the indoor and outdoor pools

Huckleberry Woods Micro Animal Farm

Enjoy a visit to Huckleberry Woods and get close to free ranging micro and miniature animals including mini pigs, mini donkeys, alpacas, pygmy goats, Teddy Bear and Valais Blacknose sheep, turkeys and chickens. You can even book an experience to take them for a walk around the orchard.

Accessibility: Wheelchair users are welcome but the ground is uneven with no tarmac/concrete surfaces | Dogs: Only assistance dogs registered and trained by members of Assistance Dogs International or the International Guide Dog Federation are allowed

Oare Gunpowder Works Country Park

Visit the historic site of a former gunpowder works and enjoy the Green Heritage Site accredited wildlife and nature reserve.

The surfaced walking trails around the site lead around through the woodland and past the remains of the buildings, with interpretation boards providing details about the structures and wildlife.

Accessibility: Has at least one accessible route but is less suitable for visitors with pushchairs and/or wheelchairs | Dogs: Dogs are allowed

Abbey Physic Community Garden

Take a moment to enjoy some tranquillity in the small walled community garden located in the centre of town. It’s free to enter, and you can even get a drink and some cake from the coffee cabin inside.

Accessibility: Less accessible, some areas may be difficult to navigate as it is a working garden | Dogs: The garden is dog-friendly