Be inspired to visit Faversham, the Isle of Sheppey, Sittingbourne and surrounding Kentish villages.
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This film has been produced by Visit Swale in association with Visit Kent, Medway Council and Shepherd Neame to promote north Kent and does include some Medway attractions (short drive away) features Elmley Nature Reserve, Sheppey beaches, Brogdale Collections and Macknades Fine Foods in Faversham. Check out our Swale area destination pages and browse the pages of attractions and accommodation providers to shape your experience just an hour from London by train and many of the county attractions in Medway and Canterbury by car.
Swale Borough has a lot to offer visitors, from 'Blue Flag' (2021) award-winning beaches on the Isle of Sheppey, to the busy historic market towns of Faversham, Sheerness and Sittingbourne. Swale also boasts some beautiful countryside and a number of pretty villages nestled in the Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and a vast expanse of marshes, nature reserves and country parks where visitors can go walking, bird watching and fishing.
Travel and Transport
Swale has excellent connections to London St Pancras with HS1 as well as from Faversham and Sittingbourne to the rest of Kent. It also has impressive links to Europe via the ferry or Channel Tunnel. Just an hour from London and within easy reach of many of the counties regional attractions via the A2, A249, M2 and M20 road links.
Plan your visit with inspiration generated by browsing our destination pages or call the Tourist Information Centre in Faversham. Tune into one of our four community radio stations online or when you are in destination.
Whether you come to the Swale area for a day trip, a short break or a longer getaway, you’ll find the perfect blend of seaside air, relaxing countryside and beautiful towns and villages, sure to give you a well-rounded stay. Head on over to our Visitor Information and Brochures to download our selection of suggested itineraries, our Swale Visitor Map and Faversham Town Council’s area guides and Hidden Britain's brochures on the Isle of Sheppey.
After a long day of exploring, there’s a great range of accommodation for you to rest your head in comfort, as well as an endless number of cosy nooks offering delicious, locally produced food and drink. View our Where to Stay section to learn more.
