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Whitstable, Famous world-wide for oysters, this charming town is also known for its vibrant contemporary arts scene and gourmet seafood restaurants. Visit the charming craft shops in Harbour Street. Tankerton-on-SeaRelax on Tankerton Slopes whilst you watch waterskiing or just enjoy the fine sea views over the Thames Estuary towards the Isle of Sheppey in the west and Herne Bay to the east.
On a clear day you can see Southend on the far side of the Estuary (about 25 kilometres away) and the amazing wartime forts at the mouth of the River. There is good bathing and, when the tide is right, you can walk out along the shingle ridge known as ‘The Street’.
Tankerton Slopes are home to the largest population in England of the rare Hog’s Fennel, a tall plant which can reach up to 2 metres in height and is related to Cow Parsley. Look out for the pale yellow flowers, and fine green leaves. |
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The beauty of this spot, the nearby Castle with its attractive grounds and the Tower Tea Gardens are a far cry from the industrial past of this part of the coast. Between here and the present harbour were extensive copperas (iron pyrites) works; this mineral occurs naturally here and was mainly used for dyeing and tanning.
With the discovery of richer deposits elsewhere, the industry had died out by 1830. |
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