KiteGlobeWhitstable
Whitstable is a kiteboarding spot near London in United Kingdom, with open ocean conditions and prevailing E, W, NW wind, best ridden year-round.
| Country | United Kingdom |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | London |
| Water type | Open ocean |
| Launch | Ocean |
| Best wind direction | E, W, NW |
| Wind type | Frontal |
| Best months | year-round |
| Tide | Low tide |
| Coordinates | 51.3644, 1.0314 |
About Whitstable
Whitstable is situated at the South side of the Thames estuary. During low tide with easterly or westerly winds the water can be perfectly flat due to a sandbar "The Street" which goes out into the sea in a 90 degree angle from the beach. Otherwise the water is quite choppy. The sea bottom is rocky in a lot of areas so boots are recommended.
When is the best time to kitesurf at Whitstable?
The best time to kite Whitstable is year-round, when the E, W, NW wind is most reliable.
What are the wind and water conditions?
Whitstable offers open ocean conditions with E, W, NW wind (Frontal wind), launching from ocean.
How do I get to Whitstable?
From London take the A2/M2 towards Canterbury and than take direction to Margate. Leaving the highway at Whitstable drive through the town, passing the fishing harbor. Take a left at the Windsurfing shop and drive to the waterfront. 75 min drive time from Central London (8 o´clock Sunday mornings).
Hazards at Whitstable
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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.