Pubs
The Shipwright’s Arms
17th-century marshland real ale pub at Hollowshore near Faversham, with food and bat and trap.
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Kent Wildlife Trust grazing marsh reserve with bird hides and level paths, open at all times; charged car park.
About Oare Marshes
A Kent Wildlife Trust grazing marsh reserve with saltmarsh, a seawall and bird hides, open at all times and of international importance for migratory, overwintering and breeding wetland birds. Parking is charged, at £2.50 on weekdays and £3.50 at weekends, payable through RingGo. Dogs must stay on a lead on the public right of way and out of water, ditches and saltmarsh.
Accessibility
Seasonally accessible for wheelchair users; a full circuit to the east hide may not be possible in wet conditions. Radar gates, and the path to the sea hide is level and surfaced.
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Eat and drink in Faversham
Farm Shops & Producers
Kent Cider Co
Faversham cider maker with an online shop: traditional, sparkling and fruit ciders, mixed cases, and stalls at Faversham and Rochester markets.
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Pubs
Railway Hotel
Victorian Shepherd Neame pub opposite Faversham railway station, serving local ales.
Verified Oct 2026
Farm Shops & Producers
Mad Cat Brewery
Faversham brewery at Brogdale Farm making cask, keg and bottled beer for the public and the trade.
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Guides that mention Oare Marshes
GuideCastles & History, Parks & Walks
Faversham: the gunpowder works, Oare Marshes, Brogdale and the town’s heritage
The Fleur de Lis, St Mary of Charity, Shepherd Neame tours, Oare Gunpowder Works, Oare Marshes and Brogdale, with the days and rules each owner lists.
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Castles & History, Parks & Walks
Oare Gunpowder Works Country Park
Free woodland country park on the site of a former gunpowder factory, with surfaced paths, a visitor centre and wetland wildlife.
Dog Friendly
Family Friendly
Free
Family Days Out, Parks & Walks
Brogdale Collections
Charity-run orchards holding the National Fruit Collection, with year-round self-guided orchard walks on an Orchard Pass, a cafe and a farm shop.
Family Friendly
Castles & History
St Mary of Charity Church
Grade I listed parish church with an openwork spire and a classical nave, generally open daily for visitors.