Excursion Shepherd neame brewery tour at Dover

Cruise line: Silversea
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With a natural supply of pure water and surrounded by fields that are ideal for growing hops, it is hardly surprising that Faversham is famous for beer and home to Britain's oldest brewer - Shepherd Neame.

Beer has been produced in Faversham for over 850 years and Shepherd Neame Brewery, set in the centre of this historic market town, is now open to visitors who wish to discover more about this proudly independent family company and its wide range of award-winning beers.

Visit Shepherd Neame where your guide will take you through the heart of the brewery, enabling you to see how beer is made from barley to bottle and from hop to hand-pump! En route, you can gaze into the traditional mash tuns where the handcrafting of Kentish Ales such as Spitfire and Bishop's Finger commences. You will also see the modern Millennium Brewhouse - the starting point in the production of the award-winning lagers.

The tour also contrasts historic steam engines with state-of-the-art packaging lines and will give you an insight into the company's 300-year heritage. There's also a tutored tasting giving you the chance to sample some of Shepherd Neame's acclaimed ales and famous lagers. Finally, you can visit the Brewery Shop and pick up a souvenir, gift or some beer!

Following your visit re-board your coach for the return journey to Dover.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Faversham, Brewery, Shepherd Neame

Note

Please note: The activity level is moderate, with up to 2 miles (3km) of walking over mixed terrain, including steps. The tour may not be suitable for guests with limited mobility due to steep staircases and uneven surfaces in the brewery’s historic buildings. The tour is not suitable for wheelchair users. The total walking duration is approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes. Practical, full-coverage footwear is required, as open-toed shoes, sandals, and high heels are not permitted. Children under 12 are not allowed on the tour for safety reasons.