Whitstable to Canterbury {Walking the Crab and Winkle Way}

Come with me and on a lovely walk along the Crab and Winkle Way.

{The Crab and Winkle Way is named after the former railway line which linked the cathedral city of Canterbury and the harbour at Whitstable. The line, the world’s first regular passenger steam railway, began operating in 1830 using an engine designed by George Stephenson (better known for his ‘Rocket’ train). The Crab and Winkle closed in 1952.

Walking distance 8 miles.

We will meet outside Whitstable Rail Station at 11 am, and walk to Whitstable sea front to have a hot drink.

After our hot drink and loo stop, we will follow the signs for the Crab and Winkle Way, along the route we will stop for a lite bite {you need to bring your own} {and a loo stop in the bushes}.

After we have completed the walk we will get a bus to Canterbury Bus Station, and walk past the Cathedral to The Dolphin Pub for a latest lunch.

With Canterbury West Station 7 minutes away, and trains to London Bridge, Waterloo East and Charing Cross Stations.

Meet up fee will be £7 {please have the correct change}

If you have a knee problem or walk slow, this walk is definitely not for you.

Please note:

Outward Journey.

You must be on the 9.40 am Victoria to Ramsgate Train or get on at 9.57 am at Bromley South, those with a freedom pass can get
a single ticket from Swanley to Whitstable cost £7.35 by showing your senior railcard and freedom pass

Inward journey.

It is recommended you get

Canterbury West train 6.01 to Orpington changing at Sevenoaks {ticket cost £7.75 with a senior railcard} Orpington is where your over 60's oyster card or freedom passes start.

From Orpington you can get trains to Bromley South, London Bridge, Waterloo East, Charing Cross and Victoria Railway Stations.

Canterbury West direct to St Pancras 6.23 pm train,

Prices will vary depending when you buy your tickets.

If you need any more info ring or text Paul on 07530 675739 {this is not a smart phone}