Visiting Whitstable This Summer?

Our charming town, famous for its oyster festival and its maritime history, With lots to do for all the family, from boat trips to the shopping experience – our little high street, has lots of options to suit everyone, boutique shops to art galleries, even watersports.

This friendly seaside town is enjoyed by many. You can enjoy a lovely walk along our shingle coastline, which stretches all the way to Herne Bay. Or enjoy a cycle along the Crab and Winkle line, which is a massive 7 miles.

There is no getting away from the fact that our small town is a tourist hotspot! it’s the place to be this summer, but what makes it different is how dog-friendly Whitstable is!

Here is our Guide to our favorite places to visit with our dogs!

The Chestfield Barn: https://www.thechestfieldbarn.co.uk/
This is the home of our Pub/cafe workshops, situated Chestfield, and next to a golf course. You are five minutes from some great woodland walks. Making it perfect for a pub lunch on the way back.
The Neptune (Known The Pub On The Beach): http://www.thepubonthebeach.co.uk/ This is Whitstable’s Famous beach pub its a real attraction of Whitstable with thousands of pictures taken/paintings done of this pub – it has lots of outdoor seating on the beach and perfect for a quick stop mid walk.
The Halt Coffee Shop: https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Restaurant_Review-g503922-d32707504-Reviews-The_Halt_Coffee_Shop-Whitstable_Kent_England.html?m=69573
This small coffee shop is on the edge of the Crab and Whinkle line. has cute decor, friendly staff, with seating inside and out – this has become a firm favourite for our team catch-ups or coffee with friends. (only open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays)
Sea View Cafe: https://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g503922-d2216324-Reviews-Seaview_Cafe-Whitstable_Kent_England.html?m=69573
Walk along the beach and up the stairs, you’ll find this small cafe that has big views of our coastline, and a great menu with options for meat eaters, veggies & vegans.

What do you do if you’re on holiday here and your pet falls poorly? .. phone ahead, let them know you’re coming and your on vacation here.

Whitstable and our surrounding towns have some fantastic vets.

Local Vet Practices.

Whitstable Bay Vet: https://www.whitstablebayvets.co.uk/contact-us/ (independent owned vets open 7 days a week with large waiting area and parking)

Vets4Pets Whitstable (inside the pets at home shop): https://www.vets4pets.com/practices/vets4pets-whitstable/ (separate dog and cat waiting area – upstairs in the store with lift use available)

Animed Whitstable: https://www.vetcollection.co.uk/south-east/animed-veterinary-centre-whitstable/ (back streets of Whitstable)

Lady Danes Whitstable (make sure you use the right postcode- CT51NA):https://www.ladydanevets.com/contact-us/locating-us (their main practice in Faversham has been going 50+ years)

Coastal Vets: https://www.coastalvetswhitstable.co.uk/ (new to Whitstable)