Westgate-on-Sea’s High Street Stories
Westgate on Sea Town Centre, Westgate-on-Sea, Kent, CT8 8RB
Discover the rich heritage of Westgate-on-Sea through our unique High Street Stories Trail. Displayed in the windows of independent businesses, illustrated posters reveal the stories behind the historic buildings lining our high streets, from their architectural significance to the people and enterprises that have shaped our town over the years.
This self-guided trail offers the chance to experience Westgate-on-Sea beyond the beaches, uncovering our Victorian origins, seaside traditions and vibrant local community. As you follow the trail around our town centre, you'll also discover its independent gift shops, galleries, eateries, and artisan businesses, that continue to give the town its distinctive character, making it easy to pause, enjoy, learn, browse, shop or enjoy a bite to eat along the way.
Whether you're a history enthusiast, a local looking to learn more about where you live, an architecture lover, a shopper or a curious visitor, our High Street Stories Trail is an invitation to explore, discover and support the heart of Westgate-on-Sea - where heritage, independent businesses and contemporary seaside life come together.
Researched and curated by volunteers from the Westgate Heritage Centre and Westgate Galleria, and supported by the town's Traders and Councillors.
Download the trail here.
Timings
- Friday 11 September:
- 09.00-19.00
- Saturday 12 September:
- 09.00-19.00
- Sunday 13 September:
- 09.00-19.00
- Monday 14 September:
- 09.00-19.00
- Tuesday 15 September:
- 09.00-19.00
- Wednesday 16 September:
- 09.00-19.00
- Thursday 17 September:
- 09.00-19.00
- Friday 18 September:
- 09.00-19.00
- Saturday 19 September:
- 09.00-19.00
- Sunday 20 September:
- 09.00-19.00
Location & directions
Westgate on Sea Town Centre, Westgate-on-Sea, Kent, CT8 8RB
- Directions:
- Travel Info: The town's train station and main bus stops are on Station Road, in the centre of town, and there is free car parking in its surrounding streets. We are a short walk away from the sea front.
- Contact on day:
- Sarah Gibbon
- Telephone number:
- +447305473010
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Additional information
Check out the individual websites of participating shops for any extra activities they are putting on during the trail, also their opening hours if you would be disappointed to find any of them closed during your visit. The window posters will be viewable outside of their opening hours too..
