This iconic oyster spot is a must visit. Not only is the outside the cutest thing we have ever seen but we love their fresh seafood. Taste the ocean!

Housed in a former fisherman’s cottage, this long-standing high street stalwart celebrates contemporary craft with a sustainable bent, from practical household brushes and bamboo baskets to jewellery and wool socks. Artwork – abstract Japanese woodblock prints by Fi Brown, floral silhouette etchings by Janie George – is another central theme. Each shelf of ceramics has a card that tells you a little about the makers who include, for instance, Pottery West, Pip Hartle and Gillian Highland. 

The Whitstable Harbour is an absolute must-see: from its bustling market days, great eateries, to its beautiful setting. If you get the chance, pay a visit during the Oyster festival for some of the best (and freshest) oysters you can imagine, slurped down with a drink to the soundtrack of live music. Idyllic! 

We've got to love this spot in Kent for its huge array of antiques and art. A visit to Sans Pretention is always fun for the simple reason that you never know what to expect. From a delicate 19th century oil painting, to a hanging rug, and a golden plated cowboy boot, visiting this spot is very much like taking part in a mysterious treasure hunt.