Whitstable

Whitstable Essentials

Whitstable’s maritime heritage centers on its historic oyster industry, documented at the Whitstable Museum and Gallery and served fresh at waterfront spots like The Lobster Shack. The town features distinct landmarks including the 18th-century Whitstable Castle and the Old Neptune, a pub situated directly on the shingle beach. Cultural life revolves around The Horsebridge Arts Centre and The Playhouse theatre, while natural highlights include the elevated Tankerton Slopes and the unique tidal causeway at Tankerton Beach.