Whitstable is a seaside town with a shingle beach (¾ mile from station) and some interesting buildings around the sea front and High Street. Whitstable is famous for its oysters and there is an annual Oyster Festival. Whitstable is a popular place to stay with and it has a good range of self-catering cottages.
Whitstable PlusBus tickets are valid within the Herne Bay and Whitstable urban area.
The story of Whitstable's seafaring community with special features on the oyster industry, diving and
fishing. Also the early Canterbury & Whitstable Railway. Regular special exhibitions.
Open ThFS & BH 1030-1630.
www.whitstablemuseum.org
One of the busiest lifeboat stations in the country, launching about 70 times a year. The boathouse includes
an observation platform, shop and coffee shop.
Open most summer weekends.
www.rnli.org
