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Faversham, the oldest market town in Kent and recorded in the Domesday Book, is bursting with history and located on a winding creek. With an amazing array of independent shops, captivating places to visit, walking and a reputation for fine foods, Faversham is the perfect place to unwind and enjoy a short break.
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Before travelling to local open spaces, country gardens and houses for exercise please check online to see if they are open. When you are in the countryside, act responsibly and respect local environment, people and animals, stay 2 metres apart from other people and follow the Countryside Code. Once you return home, make sure you wash your hands.
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Due to Covid 19 many of Swale's fantastic events have been cancelled as you will all know. However make sure you keep an eye on the event organisers websites for updates. If event managers have events then please fill out an event submission form.

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During the lockdown please shop for your essentials locally and support local businesses in Swale

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Enjoy your exercise locally, stay close to home and social distance safely in our country parks, along seaside paths and trails. Make the most of our beautiful coast, countryside and less explored areas this winter.
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National Lockdown update - 29th March

Education - Schools and colleages open for all students; Practical Higher Education courses

Social Contact - Rule of six or two households outdoors; Households only indoors

Business & Activities - Organised outdoor sport (children and adults): Outdoor sport and leisure facilities; All outdoor children's activities; Outdoor parent & child group (up to 15 parents)

Travel - Minimise travel; No holidays

Events - Funerals (30); Weddings and wakes (6)

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Eastchurch Aviation Museum

The Eastchurch Aviation Museum is situated on the site of RAF Station Eastchurch (1918-1947) which took over from RNAS (Royal Naval Air Station) Eastchurch (1914-1918) which was preceded by the flying field of the Royal Aero Club of GB (1910-1914) and the pioneer aviators' experimental airfield (1908-1910). Together with the Shellbeach (Muswell Manor) site this represents the first aviation manufacturing facility in the UK where the Short Brothers met with the famous Wright Brothers from the USA and were given licence to build 6 Wright Flyers. The place of birth of the British aviation industry.

Open Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays 10am - 3pm.

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Free Entry. Free Parking,

Find us at: Old Mill Green, HMP Standford Hill, Eastchurch, ME12 4AA.

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Accessible parking
Groups welcome
Guided tours

Address

Eastchurch Aviation Museum
HMPS Standford Hill
Eastchurch,
Isle of Sheppey
ME12 4AA

Contact

0745 062 1217
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Entry Price

Free Entry