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Whitstable (/ ˈ w ɪ t s t ə b əl /) is a town in the Canterbury district, on the north coast of Kent adjoining the convergence of the Swale Estuary and the Greater Thames Estuary in southeastern England, five miles (eight kilometres) north of Canterbury and two miles (three kilometres) west of Herne Bay.
Looking for a day trip from London? From the Old Neptune to Whitstable beach, here’s how to spend the perfect day here.
Its traditional charms, rich maritime history and strong arts culture complements the modern town. Part of the Canterbury District, Whitstable's main claim to fame is its oysters which remain an intrinsic part of this sea town's character and are celebrated every July at the Oyster Festival.
- Getting from London to Whitstable. If you’re coming from London and you don’t have a car, travelling by train is super quick and easy. We caught the direct train from London Victoria to Whitstable and in total it took 1h:20m.
- Eat oysters from the Forge. I’m going to say this now. I absolutely LOVE oysters. I can’t get enough of them. Well, if you like oysters as much as I do, then you’ll love Whitstable.
- Have fish and chips on the beach. If oysters aren’t your thing, then obviously the fish and chips are spectacular too. There are a few places along the beachfront where you can pick up fish and chips, including from The Forge too.
- Go for a walk along the beachfront. One of the reasons I was really keen on visiting Whitstable on a day trip was to be by the seaside. Living in a tiny 3 floor flat with no outside space in central London will do that to you!
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Dec 23, 2023 · Eating fresh seafood at the shore, cruising around the bay, and taking long walks on the beachside promenade are among the top things to do in Whitstable, a town so adorable, you'll hate to put your camera away.
