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Food scene
A short walk away, this historic barn is a great place for a relaxing drink or bite to eat overlooking the golf course. Dog friendly and family friendly.
Chestfield Barn
101 Chestfield RdA short walk away, this historic barn is a great place for a relaxing drink or bite to eat overlooking the golf course. Dog friendly and family friendly.
Michelin starred dining. A 10-minute drive away. You'll need to book in advance.
88 locals recommend
Sportsman
Faversham RoadMichelin starred dining. A 10-minute drive away. You'll need to book in advance.
Great food and live music on Tuesday and Sunday night. In Whitstable town centre. Popular with families and dog walkers.
72 locals recommend
Pearson's Arms Pub
Horsebridge RoadGreat food and live music on Tuesday and Sunday night. In Whitstable town centre. Popular with families and dog walkers.
Jojos
2 Herne Bay RdFabulous tapas. A 15-minute walk away
Lovely tapas on Harbour Street in Whitstable. Lots of artisan shops and boutiques nearby.
62 locals recommend
Harbour Street Tapas
48 Harbour StLovely tapas on Harbour Street in Whitstable. Lots of artisan shops and boutiques nearby.
Old Neptune
Island WallRustic pub right on the beach. Live music on Sunday nights
Great oysters and seafood ! You'll need to book in advance. Oyster takeaway available
80 locals recommend
Whitstable Oyster Company
Horsebridge RoadGreat oysters and seafood ! You'll need to book in advance. Oyster takeaway available
Lovely food with sea views in Tankerton. Great for families, couples, dog walkers. Quite flexible, they usually have space for food last-minute.
19 locals recommend
Marine Hotel
32-33 Marine ParadeLovely food with sea views in Tankerton. Great for families, couples, dog walkers. Quite flexible, they usually have space for food last-minute.
Windy Corner Stores & Cafe
110 Nelson RdExcellent breakfasts. A hidden gem
Wheelers Oyster Bar
8 High StFamous oyster bar
Great coffee and food. Trendy vibes. Lots of veggie and vegan options.
52 locals recommend
Farm & Harper
25 High StGreat coffee and food. Trendy vibes. Lots of veggie and vegan options.
The Oyster shed
Harbour StreetGreat oysters and snacks / drinks on the beach.
The Lobster Shack
EAST QUAYGreat oysters
Hotel Continental
29 Beach WalkGreat oysters with sea views
The Forge
1 Sea WallGreat oyster shack and drinks on the beach.
The Twelve Taps
102 High StCool place for gin lovers! Every type of gin you can imagine.
Whistable beach location. Amazing views and lovely beach location. Great breakfasts and light bites. Lovely hot chocolates!
8 locals recommend
The Bubble Cafe
Beach WalkWhistable beach location. Amazing views and lovely beach location. Great breakfasts and light bites. Lovely hot chocolates!
Sightseeing
Lovely beach walks
Tankerton Slopes
Tankerton RoadLovely coastal walks, great pubs and restaurants.
Beautiful restored castle with tea shop, gardens and kids play area.
38 locals recommend
Whitstable Castle
Beautiful restored castle with tea shop, gardens and kids play area.
Fantastic working harbour with market stalls, a great restaurant and seafood market. Often has live music.
93 locals recommend
Whitstable Harbour
Fantastic working harbour with market stalls, a great restaurant and seafood market. Often has live music.
Whitstable Community Museum and Gallery
5A Oxford StThe Horsebridge Arts Centre
11 Horsebridge RdCrab and Winkle Way
Great bike riding
Blean Woods National Nature Reserve
163 Margate RdLovely walks and bike rides
A stunning historic site located a 15-minute drive into Canterbury city.
365 locals recommend
Canterbury Cathedral Archives
11 The PrecinctsA stunning historic site located a 15-minute drive into Canterbury city.
Lots of lovely walks, shops, restaurants and pubs. Head to Harbour Street for trendy shops, ice cream parlours, sweet shops and lots of restaurants.
68 locals recommend
Whitstable Beach Front
14-2 Marine TerraceLots of lovely walks, shops, restaurants and pubs. Head to Harbour Street for trendy shops, ice cream parlours, sweet shops and lots of restaurants.
Neighbourhoods
Historic city with cobbled streets and lots of attractions, shopping, restaurants and bars
369 locals recommend
Canterbury
Historic city with cobbled streets and lots of attractions, shopping, restaurants and bars
Faversham
Lots of shops and a lovely riverside area with restaurants
Lovely seaside town. A few stops on the train. Dreamland amusement park is located there. Some Michelin restaurants. Great bars along the seafront.
78 locals recommend
Margate Beach Front
Lovely seaside town. A few stops on the train. Dreamland amusement park is located there. Some Michelin restaurants. Great bars along the seafront.
Cosy drinks
Porto Wine Bar
City advice
Getting around
Taxis are Whitstable Taxis or Abacus Cars
These are great services however it’s best to book as soon as possible during busy times
Getting around
Buses into Whitstable run regularly from Swalecliffe
Buses run from outside the Hungry Horse restaurant in Swalecliffe
Getting around
Buses to Canterbury
These run from Maydowns Road bus stop just at the end of our road. They also run from Swalecliffe Hungry Horse.
Getting around
Trains from Chestfield to Whitstable
Trains run from Chestfield train station to Whitstable. The journey is 3 minutes long. You can walk to Chestfield train station from the lodge in 5 minutes.