Date for next bird watch!
Date for your diary – 9 November 2025, for the next Long Rock BirdWatch! Under the expert guidance of Andy Taylor, come and get involved! Meeting at the Swalecliffe Skate Park, 8am. Birdwatches typically last for 1.5 hours.
Tag: Whitstable
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Whitstable Maritime AGM
Come and join us for the Whitstable Maritime 2025 AGM, taking place on Tues 25 November, 6pm, at the Hotel Continental, Whitstable.
This meeting is an important opportunity to reflect on the activities of the past year and discuss future plans. Key agenda items include:
- Review of the annual report and financial statements
- Election of board members
- Open forum for member questions and feedback
Your participation is highly valued, come along and get involved! For more details or to submit questions in advance, contact us at via the contact form on our website.
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Bird Watching …
A Feathered Success!
On the crisp morning of 12 October, a group of enthusiastic birdwatchers gathered at 08:00 by the Skate Park at Swalecliffe for a charity birdwatch walk. Over the course of 90 minutes, participants enjoyed spotting a variety of birds while strolling along the scenic coastal path.
The event brought together nature lovers of all ages and raised awareness for local conservation efforts. Thank you to everyone who joined and the next planned Birdwalk is 9 Nov 2025.
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It’s a Clean-Up!
Huge thank you for joining our beach as part of the Great British Clean 2025! It was great to see you all and your efforts were very much appreciated (especially in that rather chilly wind)!
Our results have been submitted to the Marine Conservation Society … we collected 532 pieces of litter off Tankerton beach – a great team effort!
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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
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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
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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
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Getting ready for the Whitstable Harbour & Boat Show 2025
What can you expect?
Planning is at an early stage but many organisations in Whitstable and the South-East are already developing ideas as to how they can best celebrate the town’s connections with the sea: past, present and future. The day will be packed with a full programme of activities for all ages, both on and off the water. Events will be held on both beaches and in the Harbour from 10.30am to 4.30pm, concluding with an evening concert on the South Quay.
How can you help create a successful Show?
Volunteer as a Steward and help welcome over 10,000 visitors. Alert the planning team to any group in the community who may have difficulty in accessing the Show for physical, mental or social reasons. Share news of the Show with colleagues and friends. Watch the local Press and Whitstable Maritime website for updates.
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Great British Beach Clean
BIG thanks to everyone who joined us on Tues 24 Sept at Long Beach in support of Great British Beach Clean Week 2024. Your support, along with 1000s of other people across the UK, helps keep our beaches clean and safe. AND … you helped collect important data, which the Marine Conservation Society will use to lobby Governments for legislative change, influence industry practices and drive campaigns. Over 800 pieces of rubbish collected!
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Supporting Kent Wildlife Trust
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70% rubbish collected was plastic based, followed by cloth, glass and metal.
Over 650 pieces of rubbish collected in just 1.5 hours!