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Whitstable Castle and Gardens featuring heritage elements, heritage architecture and chateau or palace

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1. Whitstable Harbour

Whitstable Harbour is a hub of activity, with the constant coming and going of visitors, locals and fishermen. Visit the fish market, browse shops housed in fisherman’s huts and head out to sea on a cruise.
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Whitstable Harbour featuring industrial elements and a marina

2. Whitstable Beach

Whitstable Beach has a huge presence in the town. Even when the waves aren’t within view, reminders of the seaside are everywhere, from the souvenirs sold around town to the oysters served on restaurant plates. Spend an afternoon basking in the sun and strolling on the beach then watch the sun sink into the horizon while sipping an ale in a beachside bar.
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Whitstable Beach as well as a small group of people

3. Whitstable Castle and Gardens

Whitstable Castle and Gardens are a wonderful place for a day out. Wander through the leafy, flower-filled gardens, enjoy sea views and fresh air and tour period rooms.
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Whitstable Castle and Gardens showing chateau or palace, heritage elements and a park

4. Playhouse Theatre Whitstable

The Playhouse Theatre is home to the Lindley Players, an amateur drama group that has been performing in Whitstable since the end of World War II. Attend one of their regular performances in this charming venue, which was originally a church.
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Playhouse Theatre Whitstable showing theater scenes and street scenes

5. Whitstable Museum and Gallery

The Whitstable Museum and Gallery is dedicated to all things local, documenting the history, industries and prominent figures of this seaside town. Find out how Whitstable earned its reputation as a source of premier oysters and trace the history of the Crab and Winkle Railway. This line helped transform the humble fishing town into a popular vacation resort.
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Whitstable Museum and Gallery

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Whitstable Harbour

Watch fishing boats sail in with their catches and savor oysters and other fruits of the sea at this busy working harbor.

Whitstable Harbour
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Whitstable Beach

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Pack a picnic and your swimsuit for a day out on this attractive shingle beach lined with rows of pastel-colored wooden huts.

Whitstable Beach
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Tankerton Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Tankerton Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Whitstable. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Tankerton Beach
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Whitstable Castle and Gardens

Stroll through gorgeous gardens and see how the wealthy elite used to live at this splendid late 18th-century castle.

Whitstable Castle and Gardens
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Playhouse Theatre Whitstable

Reserve your seat for a captivating drama, comedy or musical performance in this intimate theater, housed in an atmospheric converted church.

Playhouse Theatre Whitstable
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Whitstable Museum and Gallery

Discover insights into the oyster trade that put Whitstable on the map and learn about the town’s celebrity residents at this small and fascinating museum.

Whitstable Museum and Gallery
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Tankerton Slopes

Explore the great outdoors at Tankerton Slopes, a lovely green space in Whitstable. Make time to visit the area's stunning cathedral, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Tankerton Slopes
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Whitstable and Seasalter Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Whitstable at Whitstable and Seasalter Golf Club. Visit the area's stunning cathedral or amble around its seaside.

Whitstable and Seasalter Golf Club
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Duncan Down

Explore the great outdoors at Duncan Down, a lovely green space in Whitstable. Make time to visit the area's stunning cathedral, or simply enjoy its lively bars.

Duncan Down

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