Lisa’s guidebook

Lisa
Lisa’s guidebook

City/town information

Whitstable is a fishing town full of independent shops, boutiques, art galleries and eateries. We have a beautiful coastline and stunning sunsets, which are best viewed from the beach. Our working harbour is the perfect place to sample the local seafood or take a boat trip out to discover the coastline. The Harbour village is a selection of beach huts selling everything from olives to seafood, local artwork to street food. The Harbour's new edition The South Quay Shed will open in the Spring/ Summer of 2022 which will be a mixed use of restaurants, bars and cultural activities. The beach is shingle and pebbles. Swimming can be enjoyed two hours either side of high tide (three if you go to Tankerton) The beaches of Whitstable stretch from Seasalter to Tankerton and each part has it's own unique charm, from quirky beach huts to the famous Old Neptune Pub. A walk along Tankerton promenade is always recommended and a stroll along the shingle 'Street' which stretches out at low tide is a Whitstable must. There are lots of water-sports to enjoy from paddle boarding to windsurfing. There are several places near the harbour that run lessons and hire equipment. If you like your food then Whitstable is the place to be, we pride ourselves on our world famous oysters and there are several really good fish restaurants. We also have a fantastic mix of quirky independent cafes and bars. But Whitstable is not all fine dinning and beach dwelling. We also have several lovely woods to discover. If you have a car then Clowes, Blean, Thornden and Rough Common woods are all a mere 10 - 15 minute drive away. You can discover the Salt Marsh walk way from Seasalter to Faversham and if you fancy something a little closer then the Downs is a short walk from the flat and gives you excellent views of the town. If you fancy something a little more relaxed then Whitstable Castle is a perfect stroll and serves a great cream tea! Fancy something little more energetic? A Park Run is organised from Tankerton beach every Saturday. We have two Golf Clubs a Swimming pool and several gyms. Ikigai Holistic Yoga studio is less than five minutes walk from the flat and has a brilliant selection of classes (always best to book before hand though). That's just a little taster of our special town - we love Whitstable and we hope you do to!
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Whitstable
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Whitstable is a fishing town full of independent shops, boutiques, art galleries and eateries. We have a beautiful coastline and stunning sunsets, which are best viewed from the beach. Our working harbour is the perfect place to sample the local seafood or take a boat trip out to discover the coastline. The Harbour village is a selection of beach huts selling everything from olives to seafood, local artwork to street food. The Harbour's new edition The South Quay Shed will open in the Spring/ Summer of 2022 which will be a mixed use of restaurants, bars and cultural activities. The beach is shingle and pebbles. Swimming can be enjoyed two hours either side of high tide (three if you go to Tankerton) The beaches of Whitstable stretch from Seasalter to Tankerton and each part has it's own unique charm, from quirky beach huts to the famous Old Neptune Pub. A walk along Tankerton promenade is always recommended and a stroll along the shingle 'Street' which stretches out at low tide is a Whitstable must. There are lots of water-sports to enjoy from paddle boarding to windsurfing. There are several places near the harbour that run lessons and hire equipment. If you like your food then Whitstable is the place to be, we pride ourselves on our world famous oysters and there are several really good fish restaurants. We also have a fantastic mix of quirky independent cafes and bars. But Whitstable is not all fine dinning and beach dwelling. We also have several lovely woods to discover. If you have a car then Clowes, Blean, Thornden and Rough Common woods are all a mere 10 - 15 minute drive away. You can discover the Salt Marsh walk way from Seasalter to Faversham and if you fancy something a little closer then the Downs is a short walk from the flat and gives you excellent views of the town. If you fancy something a little more relaxed then Whitstable Castle is a perfect stroll and serves a great cream tea! Fancy something little more energetic? A Park Run is organised from Tankerton beach every Saturday. We have two Golf Clubs a Swimming pool and several gyms. Ikigai Holistic Yoga studio is less than five minutes walk from the flat and has a brilliant selection of classes (always best to book before hand though). That's just a little taster of our special town - we love Whitstable and we hope you do to!
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Whitstable Community Museum and Gallery
5A Oxford St
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탱커턴 슬로프
Tankerton Road
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Whitstable Harbour
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Food scene

The Umbrella Community Cafe is a social enterprise, it serves great food ( including some very tasty Gluten Free and Vegan dishes) in a brilliant atmosphere. It also has a lovely community garden. The Cafe and it's team of volunteers run several fantastic projects that help and benefit the community. They often run pop up evenings and Club nights - if you fancy a dance!
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The Umbrella Cafe CIC
10 Oxford St
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The Umbrella Community Cafe is a social enterprise, it serves great food ( including some very tasty Gluten Free and Vegan dishes) in a brilliant atmosphere. It also has a lovely community garden. The Cafe and it's team of volunteers run several fantastic projects that help and benefit the community. They often run pop up evenings and Club nights - if you fancy a dance!
Amazing Craft Pizza to go - they take takeaways to another level.
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Nomad Pizza Whitstable
76 High St
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Amazing Craft Pizza to go - they take takeaways to another level.
The best sandwiches in town - The Tea and Times also open in the evenings at weekends for cocktails often accompanied with some pretty brilliant music!
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Tea & Times
36A High St
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The best sandwiches in town - The Tea and Times also open in the evenings at weekends for cocktails often accompanied with some pretty brilliant music!
If you're after brunch then look no further!
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Farm & Harper
25 High St
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If you're after brunch then look no further!
Pastries and bread to die for and their coffee is pretty special as well!
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Grain & Hearth Bakery
52 Oxford St
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Pastries and bread to die for and their coffee is pretty special as well!
The best mushrooms on toast and a mere stones throw away from the sea.
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Windy Corner Stores & Cafe
110 Nelson Rd
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The best mushrooms on toast and a mere stones throw away from the sea.
It's a Whitstable tradition, we were all raised on fish and chips from Jones.
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V C Jones
25 Harbour St
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It's a Whitstable tradition, we were all raised on fish and chips from Jones.
Gorgeous Ice-cream served in cones that actually taste amazing.
Gelateria Whitstable
17-20 Sea Street
Gorgeous Ice-cream served in cones that actually taste amazing.
Situated slap bang in the middle of town the Duke is a great night out, they often have some brilliant bands (from Jazz to hip hop, swing to reggae) playing at the weekend. Always best to check the website for band listings and to make sure it's not ticketed.
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The Duke Of Cumberland Bar
High Street
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Situated slap bang in the middle of town the Duke is a great night out, they often have some brilliant bands (from Jazz to hip hop, swing to reggae) playing at the weekend. Always best to check the website for band listings and to make sure it's not ticketed.
A great pub not very far away from the flat. They also serve really nice food.
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East Kent
72 Oxford St
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A great pub not very far away from the flat. They also serve really nice food.
If Gin is your thing then the Twelve Taps is worth a visit.
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The Twelve Taps
102 High St
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If Gin is your thing then the Twelve Taps is worth a visit.
Croatian Bar and Cafe open during the day for great coffee and at night for a great atmosphere.
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Amedea
3 Oxford St
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Croatian Bar and Cafe open during the day for great coffee and at night for a great atmosphere.
Sunsets viewed from the Neppy are like none other in the world.
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Old Neptune
Island Wall
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Sunsets viewed from the Neppy are like none other in the world.
Delicious Italian Food in Whitstable's quaint Harbour Street.
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Sale&Pepe Pizza and Kitchen
15 Harbour St
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Delicious Italian Food in Whitstable's quaint Harbour Street.
The Persons is a lovely pub (downstairs) and a great restaurant upstairs. It's perfect for a summer evening.
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Pearson's Arms Pub
Horsebridge Road
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The Persons is a lovely pub (downstairs) and a great restaurant upstairs. It's perfect for a summer evening.
It's famous, it's brilliant and it hasn't changed in years ( because it doesn't have to) always worth booking in advance if you want to eat out in the back room.
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Wheelers Oyster Bar
8 High St
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It's famous, it's brilliant and it hasn't changed in years ( because it doesn't have to) always worth booking in advance if you want to eat out in the back room.
This Michelin Star gastro pub serves out of this world food. It gets booked up months in advance.
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The Sportsman station
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This Michelin Star gastro pub serves out of this world food. It gets booked up months in advance.
Tapas and Fish. Jojo's is in Tankerton and is a firm favourite. They always get it right.
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Jojos
2 Herne Bay Rd
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Tapas and Fish. Jojo's is in Tankerton and is a firm favourite. They always get it right.
Great fish and chips in a lovely location. Great to eat inside or out and catch the sunset
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The Lobster Shack
EAST QUAY
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Great fish and chips in a lovely location. Great to eat inside or out and catch the sunset
Grab a cold drink and soak up the atmosphere at the famous Neptune. It’s a Whitstable must!
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Old Neptune
Island Wall
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Grab a cold drink and soak up the atmosphere at the famous Neptune. It’s a Whitstable must!
Great food and always good to check in advance if they have live music. Plus it’s right by the beach so another great bonus.
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Pearson's Arms Pub
Horsebridge Road
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Great food and always good to check in advance if they have live music. Plus it’s right by the beach so another great bonus.

Venturing further afield

If you decide to venture further a field from Whitstable then here are some of our favourites…there are some lovely little towns and beaches that are a short drive away
The Ancient City of Canterbury is eight miles from Whitstable. Easily accessible by bus or car. The Cathedral is stunning, there are several museums in the town celebrating the cities rich history from Rupert the Bear and Bagpuss to The Romans and the Pilgrimages. You can also take a river boat tour and there are lots of shops and lovely restaurants. The Marlowe Theatre is our local largest Theatre and always has something fabulous to offer. There are two Curzon Cinemas and the Gulbenkian at the University.
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The Ancient City of Canterbury is eight miles from Whitstable. Easily accessible by bus or car. The Cathedral is stunning, there are several museums in the town celebrating the cities rich history from Rupert the Bear and Bagpuss to The Romans and the Pilgrimages. You can also take a river boat tour and there are lots of shops and lovely restaurants. The Marlowe Theatre is our local largest Theatre and always has something fabulous to offer. There are two Curzon Cinemas and the Gulbenkian at the University.
Quirk, charm, art, vintage and some great food. Margate has so much more to offer than just sandy beaches and seaside arcades. Some of my own recommendations are Margate old town, The Turner Contemporary, Dreamland, The Shell Grotto, The Caves and The Crab Museum (for little ones)
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마게이트 비치 프론트
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Quirk, charm, art, vintage and some great food. Margate has so much more to offer than just sandy beaches and seaside arcades. Some of my own recommendations are Margate old town, The Turner Contemporary, Dreamland, The Shell Grotto, The Caves and The Crab Museum (for little ones)
A Short drive or bus ride from Whitstable. Hernebay has lots to offer, a lovely little pier, arcades and traditional fish and chips. It also has a Cinema (the closest to Whitstable) a lovely little museum and some great independent cafes and restaurants.
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허른 베이 비치
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A Short drive or bus ride from Whitstable. Hernebay has lots to offer, a lovely little pier, arcades and traditional fish and chips. It also has a Cinema (the closest to Whitstable) a lovely little museum and some great independent cafes and restaurants.
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Wildwood Trust
Canterbury Road
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하우렛츠 야생동물 공원
Bekesbourne Lane
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Mount Ephraim Gardens
Staple Street
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블리안 우드 국립 자연 보호구
163 Margate Rd
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Minnis Bay Tidal Pool
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Joss Bay Surf School
North Foreland Hill
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Beach Westgate Bay
Esplanade
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Folkestone Harbour
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레컬버 타워와 로마 요새
Reculver Road
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Posillipo - Faversham
Belvedere Road
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Quex Park
Park Lane
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Grove Ferry Picnic Site
Grove Ferry Road