Get the latest property market news straight to your inbox Thank you for subscribing!We have more newsletters on the Isle of Sheppy is the cheapest postcode area to buy a home in Kent Homes in the ME11 postcode area sold for an average of £224,167 each in the 12 months to the end of February That’s less than any postcode area in our county with at least 20 sales over the last year A Dover postcode area is the next cheapest place in our county to buy a home Houses sold for £234,660 each on average in the CT17 postcode area That’s followed by CT8 (Westgate-on-sea) with an average home sold for £263,493 ME4 (Chatham) with an average home sold for £269,836 and CT11 (Ramsgate) with an average home sold for £276,858 You can find the average sale price for every postcode area in the country using our interactive map here: Riverhead has the highest average sale price of any postcode area in Kent to have had at least 50 sales over the last 12 months Houses sold for an average of £869,163 in the TN13 postcode area The TN3 area was the next most expensive place to buy a home in our county The average home in Langton Green sold for an average of £742,464 last year That’s followed by TN11 (Penshurst) with an average home sold for £642,976 TN14 (Cudham) with an average home sold for £635,825 and BR6 (Orpington) with an average home sold for £604,481 CT10 (Pysons Road Industrial Estate): £399,920 CT10 (Pysons Road Industrial Estate): -6.9% Story SavedYou can find this story in  My Bookmarks.Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right Look out for your first newsletter in your inbox soon We help you navigate a myriad of possibilities Sign up for our newsletter for the best of the city By entering your email address you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and consent to receive emails from Time Out about news Sign up for our email to enjoy your city without spending a thing (as well as some options when you’re feeling flush) Our newsletter hand-delivers the best bits to your inbox Sign up to unlock our digital magazines and also receive the latest news By entering your email address you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and consent to receive emails from Time Out about news, events, offers and partner promotions. Whitstable Home to the likes of Deal and Margate, Kent has its fair share of gems. But in my opinion, you haven’t really done Kent until you’ve seen Whitstable. Glorious in summer but equally as charming when it’s raining, this seaside town is one of the best in the UK sunbathing and general mooching to your heart’s content.  Thanks for subscribing! Look out for your first newsletter in your inbox soon! Photograph: ShutterstockIf you’d rather not get your feet wet but still want those sea views and the wind in your hair head to The Old Neptune pub (The Neppy to its friends) – it’s right by the water’s edge. If you do nothing else the Old Neppy has maintained its old-school charm and the beers they do have have stayed at genuinely reasonable prices and grab some oysters (there's table service outside) walk to Whitstable's Beach (you're pretty much five minutes from it at all times) You’ll see that well ‘ard locals swim all year round here and it’s well worth it even when it’s a bit nippy out Just make sure you check the tide times and factor them into your trip – when the tide is out you can barely get in up to your ankles.  Photograph: Ella Doyle for Time OutIf you’ve been doing a bit of Whitstable Googling, it’s likely you’ve seen this iconic pink shopfront pop up at least once. Wheelers Oyster Bar on the high street serves up oysters (obviously) as well as daily-changing specials and some permanent classics; think deep-fried balls of haddock macaroni cheese and main courses like blackened spiced monkfish with curried mussel and squash veloute Grab a few bits to go or book a table in advance for the restaurant out back.  an excellent indie with all the latest titles and a great kids section.  Photograph: ShutterstockSince our ol’ faithful V.C. Jones closed down in 2024 (after 62 years, mind you), the best spots in town for fish and chips are now Ossie’s Fish Bar on Whitstable high street, or if you’re further along, Ossie’s in Tankerton We won’t be taking any further questions at this time.  Photograph: ShutterstockIf you're on Whitstable Beach, head the opposite way to the beach hut cluster to find Harbour Market Whitstable This has expanded massively over the years trendy eateries and arts and craft stalls to pick up some gems Just before the market itself there's also a bunch of very cheap fresh fish spots where you can get little cups of cockles and vinegar for about a quid.  Photograph: The Twelve TapsA magical pub on the high street, the Twelve Taps is the place for craft beer and gin cocktails in Whitstable. The best part is you can grab a triple flight taster to sample three craft beers at once from a 9 percent chocolate stout to a lip-puckering sour their cocktails are fantastic too – try a Whitstable spritz or their spicy cucumber margarita.  Photograph: ShutterstockOnce known as Tankerton Towers, Whitstable Castle is really a vast home built for the Pearson family in the 1790s Today you can take afternoon tea or simply wander around its well-kept gardens and manicured lawns Paul Wishart/ShutterstockThere are oysters all over Whitstable, but beachfront shack The Forge is the perfect pitstop for half a dozen oysters while you’re walking to be devoured sitting on the wall overlooking the sea as well those deliciously sugary hot donuts that are so quintessentially UK beach vibes.  Photograph: Ella Doyle for Time OutA lot of places do brunch, but no spot in Whitstable does it quite like Farm & Harper. You'll find all the classics here (shakshuka grab a doorstop-sized bacon or sausage sarnie We'd recommend sitting upstairs by the front window to look out over the high street or heading to their back garden area if it's sunny.  Photograph: Ella Doyle for Time OutWe know we’ve got a list of 15 here one of the best things everyone should do in Whitstable is just walk If you take a right towards Tankerton you’ll see beach huts stacked up a hill but take a left instead (and head past the Old Neptune) and you’ll find this postcard-perfect row of pastel-coloured beach huts just waiting to be slapped on your Instagram or claimed for your future retirement plans.  Photograph: Ella Doyle for Time OutBlueprint is the place for a coffee and a sweet treat and the milk is from Kentish cows (and it’s delicious) If you decide you are immediately a mega fan When there’s an R in the month, it’s native oyster season (rock oysters are available all year). As well as doing a nice line in the crustacean it’s named after, The Lobster Shack serves stunning Whitstable ones back in the eighteenth century it was an oyster-grading house you can grab fabulous fish and dine on the sea front You might have to book months ahead, but it’s worth the faff to bag a table at The Sportsman It jokingly calls itself a ‘grotty run-down pub’ but it’s a place of foodie pilgrimage To really fill your lungs with fresh sea air you’ll want to find a bed right on the seashore. Tides Cottage is a bright coastal cottage that looks out on to the shingle and surf with beach access from the front door (from £160 a night) The tiny terrace is full of rustic antiques Inside there’s a traditional stove and no telly This is an ace base to explore Whitstable from but equally lovely to stay put and sip tea in bed while watching the waves.  About us Contact us Sunshine-yellow lamps pop beside even brighter cushions and a plush coral sofa complements the rosy shades of the rug beside for colour coordination at its finest vintage wallpaper prints and a bijou chandelier bring an air of classic elegance too mini fridge and kettle ensure modern comforts This self-contained studio shares its grand Victorian building with two other apartments and is limited to just two rooms – bedroom and bathroom – but the wall-mounted table beneath the window is useful for the complimentary continental breakfast delivered to your door the vibrant Harbour Street on your doorstep will leave you spoilt for choice market-fresh seafood and famous for being Whitstable’s oldest restaurant Sleeps: TwoPrice: From around £69 per night which offers all the same amenities but with room for four Sleeps: TwoPrice: From around £195 per night located mere steps from the historic harbour and shingle beach Tradition oozes from the exposed woodwork floorboards here a relic to bygone days now decorated with seashells; in the other hand-painted artwork and ornate mirrors adorn the walls Move downstairs for an oak dining table on the earthy backdrop of potted plants and logpiles which supply the exposed brick fireplace in the lounge and while the kitchen may be vintage by appearance it is fully equipped for all your cooking needs A nostalgic Roberts radio and two cinema-style chairs are just some of the retro quirks dotted across the living spaces and there’s also a sweet little garden patio perfect for soaking up the sun Sleeps: FourPrice: From around £130 per night this is an Airbnb which feels truly lived in and even furry friends are invited to enjoy the homely atmosphere Sleeping arrangements include two simple yet elegant bedrooms plus a sofa bed in a spare room downstairs The main living area packs in a large round table cushioned sofa-armchair set and traditional log burner while the kitchen has two sweeping granite counters lined with glass jars and fruit bowls lounging and cooking time is better spent on the patio outside Enjoy your al fresco meals on barstools at the tiled kitchen top or cushioned garden furniture at the glossy coffee table all while sitting among flourishing plant beds Sleeps: FivePrice: From around £185 per night refurbished by architect owners who now lend their home to guests in the summer months While plenty of space has been cleared to ensure a comfortable stay like an intricately assembled Lego set or the diverse collection of spices in the larder There are two king-size bedrooms reserved for adults and two children’s rooms crammed with personal toys plus an airy open-plan living area with a matte black kitchen island a sprawling lawn stretches out towards a fishpond at its foot vegetable and herb patches grow ripe produce which guests can enjoy at their leisure Floor-to-ceiling windows in the forward-facing rooms peer out onto Tankerton Beach where the tranquil sea view transports you to the Mediterranean coastline – British weather permitting Sleeps: SixPrice: From around £375 per night A quiet cul-de-sac trailing off from the buzzing high street A white stone building on the corner was wrapped in a blanket of crawling crimson ivy Sage green window shutters which match the precise shade of the front door This Airbnb welcomes its guests with a lovely greeting which only becomes more aesthetically pleasing as you move inside gold-framed mirrors and an all-marble bathroom are just some of the embellishments across its living spaces while bedrooms opt to strip back all the frills Few kitchens are better stocked than this one and a coffee machine are all provided across its cream-toned surfaces Sleeps: SixPrice: From around £195 per night Sleeps: EightPrice: From around £700 per night, with a two-night minimum stay Care Home Professional The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has rated Whitstable House inadequate and placed it into special measures to protect people following an inspection in November is a residential care home providing personal and nursing care to older people including people living with dementia and physical disabilities The four-storey £15m purpose-built development opened in February last year CQC inspected the home due to concerns it had received about the quality of care being provided to people CQC found six breaches of regulations relating to how the service was being managed As a result of these findings CQC have rated the service as inadequate overall CQC has also placed the service into special measures meaning it will be closely monitored to ensure people are safe whilst improvements are made we found a service where poor leadership had created an environment where people didn’t feel safe and weren’t receiving care when they needed it processes and support from leaders to care for people properly “It was deeply concerning to hear from residents about significant delays in receiving basic care One person told us they had to wait until after 11am for personal care having been left in the same incontinence pad all night with staff unable to explain the delay when they were asked One resident living with Parkinson’s disease told us their medication was frequently late depending on which staff were working This made them shakier and increased their risk of falls “We also found multiple examples where injuries to residents weren’t properly reported or investigated a person suffered significant bruising during blood pressure monitoring Staff hadn’t documented the incident or taken steps to prevent it happening again “Leaders hadn’t created an environment that was designed with people with dementia in mind with no appropriate signage to help people find their way around We saw one person with a history of aggressive behaviour going into other residents’ rooms but staff didn’t know where they were to check on them There was nothing in place to stop this from happening again “We’ve told leaders at Whitstable House where immediate improvements must be made and we’re monitoring them closely to keep people safe while this happens We won’t hesitate to take further action if needed.” Ms Geary told the BBC the Whitstable House team had “worked diligently” over the past five months to make “meaningful improvements” “A new management team was in place ahead of the inspection and all identified breaches were resolved before the deadline “We are confident that our staff are now well-trained and fully understand their roles and responsibilities “We look forward to welcoming the CQC back to see the progress they have made,” she added and website in this browser for the next time I comment This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page DON\u2019T MISS THIS YEARS 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We use analytical data to provide you with an enjoyable experience and to help our website run effectively Broadstairs Folk Week has announced a new, year-round concert series, ‘Folk Week Presents’, at the Horsebridge Arts Centre monthly shows will feature Folk Week’s favourite artists in a concert setting with an intimate With the aim of broadening the festival’s horizons into other areas of Kent ,whilst raising funds for the 60th Anniversary this August the team have begun a series of shows in Whitstable to invite audiences to enjoy some of that Folk Week feel more regularly Tickets are available directly via https://thehorsebridge.org.uk/folk On 13th April there is the brilliant ‘raw folk from the Medway Delta’ of The Singing Loins with support from Herne Bay’s own shanty singers The Figureheads and MC Morag of Rosslyn Court On 11th May is festival patron and virtuoso instrumentalist Tim Edey – a master of many instruments Tim is a force of a nature not to be missed.   Folk Week Presents shows will be raising funds for the 2025 Broadstairs Folk Week festival where they will be celebrating its 60th Anniversary from 7th to 15th August 2025 in more than 20 venues across the stunning seaside town.  The 2025 lineup includes some of the biggest names on the scene from English folk rock legends Lindisfarne to influential traditional singer Martin Carthy with daughter Eliza Carthy leading Scottish singer/songwriter Eddi Reader and revered Anglo-Irish quartet Flook Sounds from around the world include Bangladeshi folk fusion from Khiyo Zimbabwean buskers Gonora Sounds and Guinean percussionist Falle Nioke the sublime Kathryn Roberts and Sean Lakeman and favourite ceilidh bands Whapweasel Banter and Brown Boots Boogie Band - as well as a special Q&A with iconic Peggy Seeger online -  BFW 2025 has a huge range of brilliant entertainment so you can choose your own festival and join in as much as you like.   Proud to be one of the oldest Folk Festivals in the UK Folk Week includes more than 400 events over eight festival days annually With everything from exclusive concerts to our Saturday parade with over 25 Morris sides dance displays featuring our traditional Kentish ‘hooden horses’ on the seafront and plenty of free shows for all ages and abilities town-wide festival at over twenty locations with something for everyone.   independent and multi-award winning magazine which focuses on sub-cultures in-and-around the county of Kent ‘cene endorses those who use their ideas and originality to revive the creative landscape of the South-East high-quality content and an approachable tone ‘cene continues it’s drive for inclusivity in the subjects and delivery of it’s free-to-take printed magazines and online platforms Get the ‘cene culture shot for updates on local offers Also don’t miss when the latest print edition is available to pick up or buy We won’t share details with third-party companies other than the Auditing Bureau of Circulation for proof of ‘cene’s annual circulation figures We may also send interesting updates about our partner’s news Please check your inbox to verify your email address We will keep you posted on all the good stuff Kent has to offer KENT PRESS & BROADCAST AWARDSMAGAZINE OF THE YEAR 2023Magazine of the Year 2022Magazine of the Year 2020Magazine of the Year 2019Magazine of the Year 2018Design of the Year 2017 SALES : +447510 066 610EDITORIAL + STUDIO © 2017-2025 CENE MEDIA LTD | All rights Reserved | All content on this website is not to be copied or distributed | ‘cene® and KEEPITKENT® are Registered Trademarks of CENE MEDIA LTD A SPACED AGENCY WEBSITE The ECB Indoor National Club Championship 2025 started with 880 clubs and ended with one winner – Whitstable Cricket Club Whitstable’s journey began when they were crowned County Indoor champions at The Spitfire Ground Whitstable beat Crowhurst Park CC in the Regional Play off semifinal before going on to defeat North London Muslims CC in the Regional Final which took place at Lord’s Cricket ground was contested by the four regional winners – Whitstable Ockbrook & Borrowash CC and Ferndown Wayfarers CC Every team other than Whitstable competed in last year’s finals day Ferndown Wayfarers were Whitstable’s opposition in the semi-final Whitstable scored what turned out to be a par score of 125 off 12 overs Ferndown put up a great effort but were eventually bowled out for 101 In the final against Ockbrook & Borrowash CC Whitstable lost the toss and were asked to field first Ockbrook & Borrowash scored 124-4 against Whitstable’s potent bowling attack of Justin MacVicar which saw Whitstable reach the target and become National Champions with four balls to spare Huge congratulations from everyone at Kent Cricket Semi Final – Whitstable Beat Ferndown Wayfarers by 24 Runs https://whitstable.play-cricket.com/website/results/7053158 Final – Whitstable Beat Ockbrook & Borrowash by 2 Wickets https://whitstable.play-cricket.com/website/results/7074911 All-action T20 cricket is back in Canterbury this June & July Get the best seats in the house and enjoy exclusive access and benefits with a Kent Cricket Membership for 2025 The Spitfire Ground, St Lawrence, Canterbury Download all upcoming fixtures and add them to your calendar Download a PDF of all upcoming Men’s & Women’s fixtures Site by: TILT A brand-new official Monopoly: Whitstable and Herne Bay Edition game – featuring the great and good of the region, including Southeastern – is now available to buy!More than 30 landmarks and charities from across the region appear in the game The squares have been customised with local tourism spots all reflecting the vibrancy and history of the region. Three charities – Wildwood Trust and the Whitstable Community Umbrella Centre – are also featured on the board The Kent County Final for the ECB Club Indoor Competition took place at the Spitfire Ground on Saturday 22nd February The County Finals day was contested by the following teams from Indoor Leagues across Kent • Pharon Canterbury League – University of Kent & Whitstable • University of Greenwich MET Indoor League – ODCUACO CC & Gravesend CC • Thanet Indoor League – Westgate & Broadstairs CC • Folkestone Indoor League – Wingham CC • Sevenoaks Indoor League – Halstead CC Playcricket Cup results link – Finals Day Results The Final was contested by Whitstable CC and the University of Kent with the eventual winners being Whitstable where they will compete against the winners of the Sussex Indoor League 2025 is special year for Furley Page as we celebrate our 300th anniversary 0333 331 9877 Email your enquiry Hundreds of runners and spectators will head to the coast when the ever-popular Furley Page Whitstable 10K returns on Early May Bank Holiday (Monday 5 May 2025) Organised by Canterbury Harriers running club and Sporting Events UK the Furley Page Whitstable 10K road race is now in its 25th year which starts from Tankerton Slopes and goes out to Hampton Pier then turns round to end at the Waterfront Club in Whitstable is known for producing fast times and attracts thousands of entries each year from runners keen to push for a personal best Prizes are awarded for the top three men and women and the best veteran in a variety of age categories while all finishers will receive a T-shirt and a medal as mementoes Furley Page will enter a team of eight runners for this year’s event and has sponsored the popular running race since 2022 Partner and Head of Corporate at Furley Page said: “This year Furley Page celebrates its 300-year anniversary and as a leading regional law firm with a long-running association with the town we are delighted to once again sponsor The Whitstable 10K race following on from our fantastic experience supporting last year’s competition “The Whitstable 10K is a uniquely popular seaside event attracting thousands of visitors to the town over the Bank Holiday to compete and support the runners We’re looking forward to hosting another successful event during Early May Bank Holiday and hope plenty of people will be able to turn out to support the race and enjoy a day at the seaside.” The 1,000 places for the event have already sold out and a waiting list has been established. For further information about The Furley Page Whitstable 10K visit >>  < Back A brand-new official Monopoly: Whitstable and Herne Bay Edition game - featuring the great and good of the region including Southeastern - is now available in shops The board - which sees bespoke property spaces and cards – hit the shops earlier today following a formal launch this morning in Herne Bay At the launch Mr Monopoly officially declared Whitstable and Herne Bay as ‘Passing Go’ More than 30 landmarks organisations and charities from Whitstable and Herne Bay appear in the game between squares celebrating Whitstable’s famous Squeeze Gut Alley and oyster festival When it was announced last year that the region is getting its very own version of the world’s most popular board game the public was invited to send in suggestions for landmarks and organisations to feature in the game Head of Marketing and Commercial Partnerships at Southeastern "Southeastern could not be more pleased to be a part of this brand-new edition of Monopoly featuring Whitstable and Herne Bay As the connective train line for customers travelling to these popular coastal destinations it’s exciting to have Southeastern featured in the game and we can’t wait for local residents and visitors to explore this unique edition and see some of Kent’s most loved landmarks take centre stage” Custom Games Executive at Winning Moves UK “We have been wonderfully spoilt with choices when putting this Monopoly board together We produce official Monopoly games based on places all over the world Now Whitstable and Herne Bay have joined the world’s Monopoly elite!” The game is themed in sets from tourism to heritage all to reflect the history and vibrancy of the region The customised game sees leading local landmarks like Whitstable Harbour who officially hosted this morning’s launch. In addition to the bespoke squares the Chance and Community Chest cards are customised too One card rewards players by advancing them to Herne Bay Pier whilst another penalises players for allowing their lunch to be stolen by a seagull Monopoly is 90 years old this year and all year the makers Hasbro are celebrating The new Monopoly: Whitstable and Herne Bay Edition has been timed for release as part of these 90th anniversary celebrations - as well being launched to coincide with Easter 2025 Easter is the most popular time of the year for families to play Monopoly has produced the brand-new MONOPOLY: Whitstable and Herne Bay Edition board game The MONOPOLY: Whitstable and Herne Bay Edition is now available to buy at leading stores, as well as extensively online - including at: https://winningmoves.co.uk/products/whitstable-and-herne-bay-board-game press.office@southeasternrailway.co.uk Southeastern is the trading name of SE Trains Limited Registered in England under company number 03266762 We are so thrilled to share some amazing news Our Personalised Independence Programme here at Age UK Herne Bay and Whitstable has been selected as a finalist from hundreds of nominations for the Skills for Health 'Our Health Heroes Award' in the category of Best Healthcare Workforce Collaboration and we have been invited to attend a glittering award ceremony at the Queen Elizabeth II (QEII) Centre in London for the Our Health Heroes Awards 2025 where winners will be announced It promises to be a fantastic day of celebration Following hundreds of nominations and a rigorous judging process our nomination stood out to the panel for meeting and surpassing the established criteria and recognising our unwavering dedication and outstanding contributions to healthcare We are honoured that our collaborative work with our partner agencies and the NHS has received this recognition The category acknowledges that the healthcare sector works hand-in-hand with other organisations every day to improve outcomes for patients and clients We can’t wait to attend the Awards and are keeping everything crossed for winning as this would mean so much to the whole team By using this website, you agree to our T&C\u2019s, privacy policy & use of cookies. We use analytical data to provide you with an enjoyable experience and to help our website run effectively. The UK's fastest-growing sport, padel has quickly become the ‘must try’ activity in recent months. Amazingly sociable and easy to learn, team ‘cene Magazine have quickly made Smash Padel Whitstable our home court.  Offering three state-of-the-art padel courts and a friendly community of players, the supportive team are on hand to help you along your own padel journey. Whether you are a seasoned player, new to the game or trying to find new ways to be more active, they've got something for everyone! With no membership fee required, the covered courts allow shelter from rain and wind in the winter but are bright and airy in the sunshine. With the Spanish music playing in the background to get the fun vibes going, Smash Padel is a great place to get active and meet people - it's easy to pick up and you don't need any prior experience. You’ll be surprised how addictive it is! Join a free introduction session in January!  View this post on Instagram A post shared by Smash Padel (@smashpadel_bicester) Smash is offering free intro sessions to learn the basics of the game and meet other new players They are a great place to start if you are thinking of getting involved Smash's junior programme is also starting in January designed for all abilities and packed with fun games in a friendly environment for children aged four years and older It’s really easy to get involved; you can book a court any community socials and junior courses on the MATCHi App.  Wesbite @smashpadel_whitstable Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page.