Category: events

  • Great British Beach Clean 2025

    Great British Beach Clean 2025

    Wednesday 24 Sept, 5pm meeting at the Hotel Continental, Whitstable.

    Whitstable Maritime, Adonis Blue Environmental Consultants, and the Marine Conservation Society are teaming up for a shoreline sweep — and you’re invited to be part of it!

    Every year, thousands of volunteers across the UK take part in the Great British Beach Clean, a nationwide effort to protect our coastlines and marine life. This isn’t just about picking up litter — it’s about collecting vital data that helps shape environmental policy and protect our oceans for future generations.

    Whether you’re a seasoned eco-warrior or just curious to lend a hand, this is a brilliant way to connect with your community, enjoy the fresh sea air, and make a real difference.

    What to bring: gloves, sturdy shoes, and a sense of purpose. We’ll provide bags and guidance — you bring the energy!

    Let’s show the world what Whitstable can do. Sign-up here: https://whitstablebeachclean.eventbrite.co.uk

    Whitstable Beach Clean | Marine Conservation Society

  • The Harbour & Boat Show Sails back to Whitstable

    The Harbour & Boat Show Sails back to Whitstable

    The Whitstable Harbour & Boat Show was featured in the Whitstable community Ad magazine, a reprint of the article appears below.

    Pictures courtesy of Gordon Butler and Peta Nash

  • Harbour & Boat Show back with a Splash!

    Harbour & Boat Show back with a Splash!

    A massive thank you to everyone who made this year’s show an unforgettable celebration of our maritime heritage, community spirit, and coastal creativity! From the Heritage Boat Building Centre and the iconic 1906 Gamecock restoration, to the off-shore barge races, model steam-train and live music by the quay. Every moment was a tribute to Whitstable’s vibrant connection to the sea!

    With multiple maritime-themed stalls, gourmet food, lifeboat demons and even coracle building (!), the harbour came alive with stories, laughter, and waves of inspiration. Whether you were sea swimming, exploring the Coastal Trail, or dancing at the evening concert, you helped make this a truly magical day for all ages.

    Here’s to the volunteers, performers, sailors, storytellers, supporters, and every visitor who joined us. You didn’t just attend—you became part of Whitstable’s living maritime legacy.

    Until next year, keep the tide of enthusiasm rolling!

  • BBC Radio Kent – The Wake-up Call!

    BBC Radio Kent – The Wake-up Call!

    We will be flying the flag at this year’s Whitstable & Harbour Boat Show. Free family-focused day out, come and find out how Gamecock restoration is going!

    Here more about the day on BBC Radio Kent as Susannah Gooch (Chair, Whitstable Maritime) and Gordon Vincent (President, Whitstable Maritime) are interviewed on BBC Radio Kent, The Wake-Up Call. 9.42am

    Radio Kent – Listen Live – BBC Sounds

  • Whitstable Harbour & Boat Show 2025

    Whitstable Harbour & Boat Show 2025

    Whitstable Harbour & Boat Show 9th August 2025

    A celebration of our connections with the sea – past, present and future.

    Promotion of intra-generational cohesion, enterprise, and healthy life-style.

    A greater awareness of our maritime heritage and marine environment.

    A safe, enjoyable programme for all members of the family.

    • Sea swimming
    • Gourmet picnic
    • Horsebridge arts centre
    • Whitstable & tankerton sailing regatta
    • Whitstable & sheerness lifeboats & coastguards
    • Community stalls with a maritime theme
    • Model boats & pond
    • Whitstable & tankerton sailing regatta
    • Satellite tracking & sea-defences
    • Live music & children’s stories
    • Gamecock restoration & east quay steam railway
    • Big toys: cargo boat & earth movers
    • Fishing fleet and visiting heritage craft
    • Off-shore barge / smack race
    • Boat-building heritage craft centre
    • Canoeing club and bodgers’ coracle building
    • Evening quayside concert