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1. www.britannica.com › place › FavershamFaversham | Market Town, Cinque Ports, Kent | Britannica

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   Jun 11, 2024 · Faversham, town (parish), Swale district, administrative and historic county of Kent, southeastern England. Faversham grew first as a port on the River Swale near Watling Street (an ancient Roman road). It was assessed in 1086 in Domesday Book as a royal demesne, and a market was held there.

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3. kent.muddystilettos.co.uk › kent › favershamBest Places to Live: Faversham - Muddy Stilettos

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   Jun 26, 2024 · Best Places to Live: Faversham. This pretty market town is one to watch as an investment due to its growing reputation as a foodie destination, stunning scenery all around (from coastal rambles to countryside walks) and decent train links to London (should you ever want to leave)!

4. www.kentarchaeology.org.uk › features › ouhauvt6The Faversham Society — Kent Archaeological Society

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   4 days ago · The Fleur de Lis Heritage Centre was the first in Southern England. The Fleur de Lis Heritage Centre was the first of its kind in the south of England when it opened in 1977. Well-situated in Preston Street, the town's main shopping street, the building is an old inn where the plot to murder 'Arden of Feversham' was hatched in 1551.

5. justasklayla.com › itinerary › favershamTravel Itinerary For Faversham, England | 5 Days: Itinerary ...

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   Jun 14, 2024 · Explore the historic Faversham Abbey, a former 12th-century abbey that now stands as ruins. Wander through the grounds and imagine what life was like during medieval times. Afterward, take a leisurely stroll along the Faversham Creek and enjoy the picturesque views.

6. www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk › news › uk-newsFaversham and Mid Kent general election 2024 results in full

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   3 days ago · Voters in Faversham and Mid Kent have gone to the ballot box in the general election 2024. A new Member of Parliament is being elected for the Kent constituency which includes theMaidstone wards ...

7. www.british-history.ac.uk › survey-kent › vol6Parishes: Faversham | British History Online

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   3 days ago · Hamo de Faversham, a learned and famous Franciscan friar, was born here, and became provincial of his order, first in England and afterwards at Rome. He died, advanced in years, at Anagina, in Italy, in the year 1244.

8. justasklayla.com › itinerary › faversham,-ukHistoric and Culinary Delights in Faversham Itinerary

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   Jun 14, 2024 · For lunch, savor the fresh seafood at Wheelers Oyster Bar, a renowned spot in Faversham. Post-lunch, take a leisurely stroll to the Faversham Creek and Iron Wharf , where you can enjoy the picturesque views and learn about the town's maritime heritage.

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   Where is Faversham in England?

   • Faversham, town (parish), Swale district, administrative and historic county of Kent, southeastern England. Faversham grew first as a port on the River Swale near Watling Street (an ancient Roman road). It was assessed in 1086 in Domesday Book as a royal demesne, and a market was held there.

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   Is Faversham a good place to live?

   • The oldest market town in the county used to be one of Kent’s best-kept secrets – until now! Faversham is bursting with history, full of independent shops and boasts a growing reputation as a foodie destination. Plus an idyllic spot for coastal and rural walks.

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   When was Faversham founded?

   • King Stephen (ruled 1135–54) founded a Cluniac (later Benedictine) monastery in 1147. Faversham was associated with the medieval Cinque Ports from that group’s earliest days. In 1302 the town’s barons were granted all the liberties of the ports. The governing charter was granted in 1545. The town now has both continental and coastal shipping.

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   What is Faversham known for?

   • Faversham was associated with the medieval Cinque Ports from that group’s earliest days. In 1302 the town’s barons were granted all the liberties of the ports. The governing charter was granted in 1545. The town now has both continental and coastal shipping. Oyster fisheries are also located there. Pop. (2001) 17,710; (2011) 19,316.

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