Whitstable is on the north Kent coast and has some of the most quintessentially English beaches in the UK, with pubs, restaurants and ice cream parlours all within walking distance of the beaches. It may surprise you, but Whitstable has no seaside promenade and few arcade amusements. There are no faded fairgrounds or rows of deck-chairs. The town has a rich history which provides it with a strong sense of identity which becomes very apparent as you wander down scores of local paths like ‘Squeeze Gut Alley' or along the pebble beach around Whitstable Bay. Right on the beach you'll find the Old Neptune pub providing real ale to customers on the beach outside or acting as a warm refuge in winter weather. There is still a working harbour with shellfish boats landing a catch to supply the fish market and excellent local restaurants or a small freighter unloading timber. The east side of the harbour is home to the Whitstable Brewery Bar with great seafood and stunning views across the bay. Along the High Street a small museum helps the visitor discover why the town has so much character and why so many prefer to stay in holiday cottages in Whitstable.