Whitstable Castle and Gardens

Sadly when we visited there was a wedding so we couldn't look around the castle inside. It was a lot smaller than I expected and the parking signs were confusing all saying permit holders but all you do is put your registration in at reception. Pleasant grounds but we didn't stay long.

Small castle and gardens but beautiful, I imagine a very colourful and vibrant landscape in the summer. Well maintained, clean and tidy. A cute, fairly priced cafe/ restaurant in the castle, again very clean and good value for money.

Lovely place to visit with really nice grounds, Park, a cafe, toilets and very knowledgeable tour guide. Was given the impression they really do want to be part of the community and value family visits. However we almost gave up due to parking. Lots of confusing/conflicting signs at the gate on parking permit holders only... when in actual fact there is short stay ( up to 3 hours ) parking for visitors. You just have to get your permit from inside. As a visitor I would always associate a permit as some type of local resident long term parking and would highly advise that you clear the confusion. Someone driving in the gate doesn't have 5 minutes to decipher all the confusing signage and I'd rather not visit if I'm likely to get a fine. We managed to find some parking down a side road and walked back. Please... don't make it difficult for your visitors :-)

Whitstable castle is very beautiful inside+ out. Very well maintained. My family had a beautiful wake for our dear Maggie in the orangery tea room. Staff very friendly. Afternoon tea was excellent. The scones especially large fruity still warm + jam fresh cream. I would highly recommend

An enjoyable couple of hours spent in the gardens. The castle not that old by castle standards is quite small and so the gardens are likewise, so visitors won't get worn out. There is a swing park and climbing frame for the kids and plenty of seats in the grounds for the public to rest and admire the views. Parking is free on site but it is limited and those with blue badge can park in yeti dedicated bays further into the garden in front of the castle.