Faversham Attractions
Faversham is known for its 16th century buildings. Among them are the Guildhall on the marketplace, the former Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, and Arden House (80 Abbey Street), named after Thomas Arden (1538-80).
Also in Faversham is the Brogdale orchard, home of the National Fruit Collection featuring over 4,000 species of fruit trees and plants.
Faversham was one of the main centres of the UK explosives industry. Oare Works is a country park open to the public with an early 20th century electric-powered gunpowder mill on display.
Also in Faversham is the Brogdale orchard, home of the National Fruit Collection featuring over 4,000 species of fruit trees and plants.
Faversham was one of the main centres of the UK explosives industry. Oare Works is a country park open to the public with an early 20th century electric-powered gunpowder mill on display.
Fleur de Lis Heritage Centre
The Faversham Heritage Centre is housed in a Medieval building. Displays chronicle the 1,000 year history of Faversham.
Fleurs de Lis Heritage Centre
13 Preston Street
Faversham ME13 8NS
England
13 Preston Street
Faversham ME13 8NS
England
Hours
April 1 to September 30
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
October 1 to March 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | Closed |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
Facilities
Gift shop
Maison Dieu
Maison Dieu is a medieval complex of buildings located in Ospringe, and featuring an exhibition on Roman times.
Hours
April 18 to October 26
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | 14:00 | 14:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 |
Always opened on:
Spring Bank Holiday - Britain (last Monday, May )
Summer Bank Holiday - Britain outside Scotland (last Monday, August )
Summer Bank Holiday - Britain outside Scotland (last Monday, August )
Mount Ephraim Gardens
Mount Ephraim is an Edwardian garden containing beautiful roses leading to a small lake and woodland area. The gardens contain a profusion of rhododendrons and other species. It also features a Japanese rock garden.
All values are in local currency
Hours
April 15 to September 30
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | 13:00 | 13:00 | Closed | 13:00 | 13:00 |
| Close | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 |
| Family | 30.00 |
| Adult | 4.50 |
| Group discounts | 4.00 |
| Child 16 & under | 2.50 |
| Child 2 & under | FREE |
Phone for information on special events and concerts throughout the season.
Tea is served every afternoon except Tuesday.
Disabled
Partial facilities for persons with disabilities.
Facilities
Gift shop
Restaurant or food service
Restaurant or food service
