Location: Faversham
Top Things to do in Faversham
Things to do in Faversham, England: The Best Historic Sites
Faversham /ˈfævərʃəm/ is a market town and civil parish in the Swale district of Kent, England. The town is 48 miles from London and 10 miles from Canterbury and lies next to the Swale, a strip of sea separating mainland Kent from the Isle of Sheppey in the Thames Estuary. It is close to the A2, which follows an ancient British trackway which was used by the Romans and the Anglo-Saxons, and known as Watling Street. The Faversham name is of Latin via Old English origin, meaning "the metal-worker's village".
Restaurants in Faversham
1. Maison Dieu
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4.5 based on 20 reviews
2. Belmont House and Gardens
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4.5 based on 139 reviews
The beautiful Georgian house of Belmont, set in formal gardens and parkland, is a completely unspoilt and distinctive example of the work of architect Samuel Wyatt. The house was bought by General George Harris in 1801 with the prize money from his successful military career in India. Later, in 1815, he was created Lord Harris in recognition of his victory over Tipu Sultan at the battle of Seringapatam. Belmont contains fabulous mementoes of the family's history and travels - paintings, furniture, Indian silverware and one of the finest and most extensive collection of clocks in private hands in the country, assembled by the 5th Lord. The Gardens at Belmont are full of interest throughout every season. The Kitchen Garden has beautiful Victorian Greenhouses, along with figs, hops, soft fruits and traditional apple and pear varieties. The Walled Garden contains a pond and is adjacent to the Pinetum complete with grotto. Open Sat for tours at 2.15Pm and 3.15Pm, Sun & BH Mon for tours at 2.15Pm, 3.00Pm and 3.45Pm, tea room open for home-made cakes and cream teas from 1.Oopm at weekends. Wednesday tours are at 11.00Am and 1.00Pm,tearoom open Wednesday for light lunches.
Reviewed By timetachyon - Canterbury, United Kingdom
My wife and I drove to this attraction and were the only people visiting on a windy and damp Saturday 3rd October. I nearly got stuck in the 1st car park which was very muddy! We walked around grounds and gardens for just over an hour. We were hoping the tea room might open but at 12.00 there was no sign of life. I like some of the produce on display in the large greenhouse and we purchased a plant for £4, cucumber, onion and some great cox' apples (6 for a pound). There is a honesty box to put your money in. A great place for a family to visit.
3. Provender House
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4.5 based on 8 reviews
4. Chart Gunpowder Mills
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4.0 based on 14 reviews
