Whitstable, a gem on the Kent coast, is renowned for its pastel-painted beach huts , bustling harbour, and delectable oysters . This town has become a popular weekend retreat for city folk.

Its quaint lanes meander towards the sea, leading to pubs like the renowned Neptune that overlooks the pebble beach where fishermen still haul in their daily catch. While Whitstable is famed for its oysters, it also boasts another unique feature: one of Britain's most independent high streets.

According to Visit Canterbury, Whitstable and its suburb Tankerton are home to more than 400 independent businesses, ranging from vintage boutiques and art galleries to cafés, bakeries, hardware shops, and family-owned restaurants, with only a few national chains in sight.

A leisurely walk down Harbo

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