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South East England

Westgate Towers – Crab and Winkle Way loop from Whitstable

South East England

Westgate Towers – Crab and Winkle Way loop from Whitstable

Moderate

4.8

(4)

9

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Westgate Towers – Crab and Winkle Way loop from Whitstable

01:45

32.9km

240m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 27, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 9.20 km for 237 m

After 16.9 km for 112 m

Waypoints

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Start point

Train Station

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1.94 km

Crab and Winkle Way

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seven miles of almost traffic-free cycling, the Crab and Winkle Way between Canterbury and Whitstable explores a delightful slice of east Kent

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8.89 km

View of Canterbury Cathedral from Neal's Place Meadow

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A quiet park close to the uni campus and whitstable road. Often known as two trees park for the Pines standing in the Centre of the grass meadow.

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11.3 km

Westgate Towers

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The largest and the finest medieval gateway in England, Westgate Towers was built during the Hundred Years’ War (1337 to 1453) to defend Canterbury from foreign incursion. It also symbolised the wealth and importance of the city.

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12.1 km

Great Stour Way Through Hambrook Marshes

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Stunning Riverside ride along this section of cycle route 18.

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27.2 km

Crab and Winkle Way

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The Crab and Winkle Way is a charming 7.6-mile cycle ride between Canterbury and the harbour in Whitstable. Along the way you’ll enjoy ancient broadleaved woodland and fine views. When …

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27.2 km

Crab and Winkle Way

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

A really nice traffic-free route into Canterbury from Whitstable with surfaces good for all bikes.

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30.7 km

Crab and Winkle Way Trailhead (South Street)

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Great quiet bike path, highly recommended 👍👍👍

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32.9 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.0 km

12.2 km

4.71 km

2.46 km

481 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

19.3 km

11.7 km

1.42 km

484 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (70 m)

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Monday 18 May

18°C

11°C

96 %

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