FAVERSHAM
Faversham is one of the most charming and historic small towns in southern England, nestling between the rural beauty of the Downs and the sweeping flatlands of the north Kent marshes. With hundreds of listed buildings, a thriving commercial heart and a wide range of shops, cafés, restaurants and pubs it is home to a vibrant community proud of its ancient heritage, but which lives firmly in the 21st century.
Belmont
Nr FAVERSHAM
Tel: (01795) 890202
Fax: (01795) 890042
Charming 18th century house set in delightful grounds. Belmont contains beautiful furniture, a wonderful collection of clocks and watches and a fine collection of 19th century paintings of Trinidad by Michael Cazabon. The visitor will also see many mementos of the family's connections with India and the Raj.
Open: 1 April to 30 September on Saturday, Sunday and Bank Holidays, 2-5pm (Last admission 4.30pm)
M2, J6 take A251 towards Ashford. Follow signs from Badlesmere.
Brogdale Horticultural Trust
FAVERSHAM
Tel: (01795) 535286
Fax: (01795) 531710
e-mail: info@brogdale.org.uk
Over 4000 varieties of fruit trees and plants in 150 acres of rural Kent. Home of the National Fruit Collection. Refreshments and lunches available in Pippins Tea Room, gifts and fresh fruit in our shop. Plant advice and sales. Special events throughout
the year.
Open all year, 7 days a week, 9.30am-5.30pm.
Guided walks from Easter to November. Groups welcome.
Signposted from A2 to Brogdale Trust.
Free entry to retail areas.Guided tours and special events
Farming World
FAVERSHAM
Tel: (01227) 751144
Fax: (01795) 520813
www.farming-world.com
A wonderland of animals where children can roam freely, making friends with farmyard favourites. Birds of Prey Centre.
Exciting adventure playground, and mini toddlers area. Museum and Farm Trails. Picnics and refreshments. Abundance of PYO Summer Fruits.
Gifts & Home Grown Produce. Many special events.
Open daily: March - November 9.30-5.30pm.
Winter season phone for details.
Off M2 Jct 7. Signposted from A2 & A299.
Mount Ephraim Gardens
FAVERSHAM
Tel: (01227) 751496
Fax: (01227) 750940
www.mountephraimgardens.co.uk
In this enchanting Edwardian garden, terraces of fragrant roses lead to a small lake and woodland area. Mount Ephraim Gardens are home to an extensive collection of spring bulbs, trees and shrubs including rhododendrons, herbaceous varieties, topiary and an extensive Japanese rock garden as well as a vineyard. A millenium rose garden is an exciting new addition.
Gardens & tea room open Mon/Wed/Thurs/ Sat/Sun May - end Sept 1300 - 1800.
Bank Holidays 1100 - 1800.
Only Sundays and Easter Monday in April.
Craft Centre open Sundays only. Groups by arrangement. Contact Mrs. L. Dawes. Dogs on lead welcome.
Signposted from A2 and A299.
Shepherd Neame Brewery Tours
Court Street, Faversham
Tel: 01795 542016
Fax: 01795 538907
E-mail: tours@shepherd-neame.co.uk
www.shepherd-neame.co.uk
Contact: Graham E. Hukins, Tours Manager
When you visit Shepherd Neame - Britain's oldest brewer - your guide will take you through the heart of the brewery enabling you to how beer is made from barley to bottle and from hop to hand-pump! En-route you can gaze into the old-time mash tuns, see the modern Millennium Brewhouse and contrast historic steam engines with the fully automated bottling line. You will also discover the company's 300-year heritage and get to sample some of its acclaimed ales and famous lagers. There's also a chance to visit the brewery shop and pick up a souvenir, gift or some beer! Advance booking is essential, please telephone for availability and prices.