Tag: Harbour Day

  • The Harbour is Calling

    The Harbour is Calling

    Hello?” Who’s calling? The harbour called! We’re docking again soon!

    Save the Date: 15 August 2026! A FREE family celebration where centuries of oyster dredging, traditional boat building, and seafaring tales come alive right by the harbour.

    Spot historic yawls like the Greta, browse coastal craft stalls and demonstrations, soak up live performances, and discover Whitstable’s rich maritime heritage through hands-on displays and stories from the past to today’s sustainable seas.

    It’s more than just fun, it’s about keeping traditions alive, sharing knowledge across generations, and feeling the town’s deep connection to the water.

    Why visit? Because here the past floats right in front of you: interactive, inspiring, and ready for you to experience and pass on. Who’s joining for this seaside heritage day?

  • 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

  • Heritage Boat Building at Whitstable Harbour Day

    Heritage Boat Building at Whitstable Harbour Day

    The Heritage Boat Building Centre at this year’s Whitstable Harbour & Boat Show has been extended to accommodate demand from boatbuilders and other exhibitors.

    Come and join us at this family-friendly free event, Sat 9 Aug 2025.

  • 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