The Shipwrights Arms, Faversham

Extraordinary multi-award winning ancient free house out on the marshes about 2 mile stroll from faversham train station. Beer from Hop Daemon, Goachers and other - not a Shep's pub unlike most other faversham houses. Only got mains electricity and tarmac on the road a few years ago. Used to be easier to arrive by boat. Food is ordinary but popular. Landlord has visibly mellowed since arrival of grandkids and dog - and is now most welcoming to families in the large open creekside garden. If you haven't visited you really should.

16 Feb 2006 13:14