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 The
once prolific picturesque Thames sailing barges, formerly
a mainstay of local trade, and a century ago built alongside
these same waters, may still be seen here; yachts of all types,
classic and modern; restored fishing smacks and other 'native'
craft; all grace the quays and berths of this historic waterway,
previously the scene of a very different way of life.
Frank Taylor spent his spare time during his school years
and his early career working on and around these ancient waterways.
Now in retirement, he has written down his recollections from
the post war years of the trades carried out on the banks
of the Creeks, and the importance of the Port of Faversham.
He has delved back in time to the formation of the Faversham
Navigation, and writes of the various schemes and improvements
from time to time proposed. In addition to this fascinating
insight into the ways of this maritime community, he has recorded
details of some of the craft built, owned and operated on
the Creek. To this narrative has been added a quite remarkable
collection of over 100 photographs, many over 100 years old,
and the majority never before in print.
 This
book is both a history of and guide to this fascinating part
of the north Kent coastline.
Specification: Size 297 x 210mm (A4), 84 pages, over
100 photographs, 4 plans, 1 map, perfect bound with laminated
card covers.
ISBN 0-9532422-3-4
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