Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 6, 2024

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Train Station

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1.33 km

Whitstable Castle and Gardens

Originally called Takerton Towers, Whitstable Castle was built in the 1790s. Both the castle and its gardens are open to the public for free thanks to a community project and a grant from the Heritage Lottery Fund.

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1.66 km

View of Tankerton Slopes and Beach Huts

Looking down onto Tankerton Beach over the Tankerton Slopes, a grassy area lined with sea facing benches and a great cafe. Look out for 'The Street' at low tide to …

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2.24 km

Oyster Bay Trail

A largely traffic free route from Whitstable to Reculver.

explorekent.org/activities/oyster-bay-trail

sustrans.org.uk/find-a-route-on-the-national-cycle-network/oyster-bay-trail

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2.96 km

Whitstable Harbour

There is a lovely little market at Whitstable Harbour. It has expanded enormously over the years and now has some really excellent, trendy restaurants as well as arts and crafts …

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3.95 km

Peter Cushing's House

Peter Cushing, iconic actor, famed for his acting roles in Star Wars, Dracula, Dr Who and Frankenstein (to name but a few) lived here during his retirement.

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6.58 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.18 km

1.72 km

1.26 km

731 m

690 m

Surfaces

3.36 km

1.31 km

1.10 km

690 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Tankerton & Whitstable Bay loop

Whitstable Castle and Gardens

View of Tankerton Slopes and Beach Huts

Oyster Bay Trail

Whitstable Harbour

Peter Cushing's House

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