Mentioned in the Domesday book and located in the heart of Faversham’s historic town centre, with its stilted Guildhall, town pump and medieval buildings as a backdrop, we are very proud of our market and its status as the oldest market in Kent.
Faversham’s Charter Market runs on Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays every week, selling a range of local produce, household items, plants, collectibles and other interesting bits and pieces. We also have two monthly markets – Best of Faversham Arts, Crafts and Food Market, held on the first and third Saturday of the month, and Faversham Antiques and Vintage Market held on the first Sunday of every month.
Markets take place in the Market Place and Court Street
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The first weekend of the month is the perfect time to Faversham. Visitors will be treated to a double-market on Saturday with both our traditional Charter Market as well as our artisan Best of Faversham Market trading in the Market Place.
On Sunday, Faversham Antiques Market comes to town and the Market Place and Court Street will be packed with traders selling antiques, decorative items, collectibles and other lots of lovely stuff for your home.
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These gorgeous canvas tote bags feature our lovely antiques market illustration, by local artist Jemma McCardle. The bags have a gusset and are large and sturdy – so there’s plenty of room for all your shopping.
This is a small print run to get things started, so grab them while you can! They’re a lovely idea for a gift. They cost £12 and are available from the Visitor Information Centre, located at 12 Market Place, open seven days a week. You can also pick one up from East Street Deli in East Street.
Limited edition aluminium flasks featuring our wonderful market illustration. We’ve only produced 50 of these little beauties, so they won’t be around long! You can buy them from Creek Creative’s Gallery Shop at 1 Abbey Street, open Tuesday to Sunday, priced at £15.
This is the perfect gift for someone who loves Faversham.
Tuesday, Friday & Saturday
The market varies during the three days with a variety of stalls offering household essentials, clothes, trinkets, fresh plants and flowers, fruit and vegetables, with many local food producers in evidence particularly on Saturdays.
More Market InfoFirst & third Saturday of the month
Faversham is renowned for the range and quality of its food and drink products and boasts a growing industry of locally made arts and crafts. Now you can enjoy a selection of them all in one place at the Best of Faversham Market. Come and discover traditional, local shopping at its best.
More Market InfoFirst Sunday of the month
Faversham is becoming renowned for a centre for antiques and vintage. Faversham Antiques & Decorative Market is held in Market Place and Court Street. It takes place on the first Sunday of every month, except September when the Hop Festival is on.
More Market InfoDate: 8th June 2025, 10am - 4pm
Faversham is commemorating the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day with a "Faversham in the Forties" event.
This fun-packed day of nostalgia event will feature:
Music and dancing with live 1940s music and dance performances.
Reenactors and military vehicles
Historical reenactments and displays of military vehicles from the era.
Vintage stalls.
Themed food and beverages reminiscent of the 1940s.
Special appearances by historical figures, including a portrayal of Winston Churchill.
The event will take place in Faversham's Market Place, Court Street, and West Street providing a historical backdrop for the festivities.
Contact: claire.elliott@favershamtowncouncil.gov.uk
View Event InfoDate: 14th June 2025, 10am - 4pm
Mark the anniversary of the sealing of the first Magna Carta with a celebration of Faversham's fine selection of charters, incouding its very own copy of the 1300 Magna Carta.
Be sure to check out the Town Council's unique display of Faversham charters at 12 Market Place.
The Magna Carta celebration is organised by Faversham Town Council and taking place at 12 Market Place.
Contact: claire.elliott@favershamtowncouncil.gov.uk
View Event InfoDate: 29th June, 10am - 4pm
Organised by Faversham Open Gardens and taking place in Faversham Market Place, the Garden Market promises to be the perfect place to visit if you're interested in plants, crafts and gardenlia.
Set in Faversham's historic town centre, it's a lovely day to visit whilst enjoying the town's independent cafes and businesses.
Contact: favershamopengardens@gmail.com
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