Faversham Creek

Introduction

Faversham Creek is a tidal creek that links the town to the Swale Estuary. It is the reason for the development of the historic port of Faversham, but has long been in decline and the Creek basin is now a silent, partially silted pool surrounded by large, mostly industrial, buildings and car parks. It is an unused waterfront with limited public access which presents a superb opportunity for redevelopment right in the centre of Faversham.

The Big Vision...

Faversham Creek will once again lead boats right into the heart of Faversham, where the Creek Basin will be the focus for a working quay and lively waterfront.

Faversham will be renowned for its dramatic marshland setting and people will be encouraged to visit, understand and enjoy the marshes via a network of information points, cycleways and footpaths. New country parks on the Ham Marshes and at Abbey Farm will act as gateways to the wider marshes, offering information and accessible open spaces for recreation and relaxation while helping to reduce pressure on the sensitive marshland habitats.

Faversham’s tranquil ‘Dutch’ landscape of reeds, sheep pastures, water and birds will be a haven for naturalists and cyclists. The town will thrive on a unique brand of green tourism.

Click here for Faversham Creek brochure

Click here for Faversham Creek Technical Report