Discover Whitstable with a weekend break.

As a fishing port, Whitstable is famous for its oysters and appreciated by many for its quaint architecture and stunning sunsets. One of Europes oldest commercial ventures, the Whitstable Oyster Fisheries can be found in Whitstable. There is a permanent exhibition on the harbour's East Quay showing the history of the town's oyster industry, which has been here since before the Roman invasion.

So, why not come to the town and see it all for 'real'. Grab a glass of something from the Pearsons Crab & Oyster House or the Neptune Pub, sit on the sea wall and let nature paint the picture.

The town still enjoys world-wide renown for oysters but this is only part of the town's maritime links. Whitstable has a long-standing recognition of the sea for it's income, both legitimate and otherwise. The harbour is still in full use, both for fishing and as a base for Bretts, the local quarrying company. Fishermens' black-tarred stores and sail lofts line the sides of the harbour.

Tourist Links
Whitstable.org Oyster Fishery seewhitstable.com Canterbury Area	Whitstable Yacht Club Whitstable Shellfish Herne Bay & Whitstable