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Faversham Literary Festival

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We are proud to support Faversham Literary Festival 2026

Running from February 20 to March 1, the festival features more than 70 author events including Sir Bob Geldof, Ian McEwan, Sir Trevor McDonald, Jeanette Winterson, Michael Morpurgo and Joanne Harris.

We are hosting a number of the events at the Faversham Brewery in our Old Brewery Store venue, and Shepherd Neame beers will be on offer during the events at St Mary of Charity Church.

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Special prize draws

To celebrate our sponsorship, we are running a special prize draw offering the chance to win the following:

  • 1st prize: Beer for a year
  • 2nd prize: Brewery tour
  • 3rd prize: Two cases of beer

Click the button below to enter - T&Cs apply.

 

The Sun Inn, Faversham - Alex Hare - Visit Swale

Drink, dine and stay

While you’re visiting Faversham, don’t miss out on the opportunity to visit one of our nine unique pubs and inns in the town. From the beautiful creekside setting of the Albion Taverna, to the traditional charm of historic pub The Bear, you can be sure of a warm welcome, delicious food and distinctive drinks. 

And if you are looking for accommodation during your visit, why not stay in one of the 12 stylish bedrooms on offer at The Sun Inn? Just a stone’s throw from the Faversham Brewery, the pub dates back to the 14th century and boasts many original features including inglenook fireplaces and oak beams, along with a charming courtyard garden. 
We also have other distinctive accommodation available nearby.

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Brewery tours

Discover the secrets of Britain's Oldest Brewer on your visit to the town.

See brewing and fermentation vessels; taste natural mineral water from the brewery’s well; try some malted barley and smell locally-grown Kentish hops. The 80 minute tour also includes a visit to the Old Brewery Store, housed in the old wines and spirits store, which features impressive displays of historic delivery vehicles, a recreated coopers’ workshop, and bygone pub signs.

It ends back in the Visitor Centre with a tutored tasting of Shepherd Neame’s Kentish ales and speciality lagers, before visitors have the chance to visit the Brewery Shop and pick up a souvenir, gift or some of their favourite beer.

Faversham Literary Festival 2025

Watch our video from last year's event.