Why are there no oysters in Whitstable?
Dirty seawater can make them unsafe to eat and high-profile cases in which the area’s water supplier has been fined millions of pounds for dumping raw sewage in the sea have also damaged consumer confidence, said James Green, director of the Whitstable Oyster Fishery Company, which was founded in the 18th century.
Are Whitstable oysters farmed?
Oyster Production We buy or dredge Native oysters from the common ground historically known as the ‘Flats’ near the recently placed Windfarm. Natives reared on our ground (a freehold area of six square miles) are the only true Royal Whitstable Native Oyster.
Why are Whitstable oysters so good?
Oysters in Whitstable are unrivaled bivalves. The oysters gourmands can source only here are are shellfish of the species Ostrea edulis (Native oyster) and Crassostrea gigas (cultivated European oyster). Native oysters are pried out of palm-sized grey shells and are large, fat and succulent.
Where are the Whitstable oyster beds?
Whitstable Native Oysters are wild and sustainably fished from traditional Native Oyster beds in sub-tidal waters at Whitstable Bay, Whitstable, Kent, England.
Is it safe to eat Whitstable oysters?
“All oysters that were distributed are now past their shelf life. There is no known further risk to consumers.” A spokesman for the Whitstable Oyster Company said: “We have stopped harvesting oysters as there have been some cases of sickness related to our oysters over the past week.
Are Whitstable oysters safe?
An investigation has been launched after “a number” of diners eating oysters from Whitstable on the north Kent coast fell ill with vomiting and diarrhoea. “Our safety and testing systems are second to none and we look forward to restarting the supply of our world-famous oysters.”
Who owns Whitstable Oyster Company?
In 1978 Barrie Green and his business partner John Knight took over the Whitstable Oyster Company.
Do Whitstable oysters have pearls?
While some sources say chances of finding a pearl in a wild oyster are about 12,000 to one, Whitstable Oyster Fishery Company says it is relatively common. A spokesman said: “Small pearls are found quite often in both wild oysters and the Whitstable Rock Oysters that we grow and sell.
How big are the oysters in Whitstable Bay?
The Whitstable Oyster Fishery Company (first established as a cooperative in 1793) is world famous for its “Whitstable Oyster”. Available: All year. In Stock: Yes. Size: Small (70-90g approx), Medium (80-110g approx), Large (110-140g approx). Whitstable Pacific Oysters remain in Whitstable Bay from seed until market size (takes 2 to 3 years).
Where to find the best oysters in London?
Whitstable Pacific and Native Oysters are featured on menus at top oyster bars and restaurants in Whitstable, London and overseas. The Whitstable Oyster Festival is held at the seaside town of Whitstable in July each year.
Is there a walk to Seasalter from Whitstable?
Located within this private, exclusive road and within just a few minutes walk of Seasalter Beach, from there walk you can walk round to Whitstable Harbour. This detached bungalow has been modernised throughout, top to bottom, and even has plans available for further development.
Is there a detached home on Seasalter Beach?
Located within just a couple of minutes walk of Seasalter Beach is this vacant detached park home. Positioned inside this quiet community the home provides a peaceful location to be enjoyed, especially on those long summer evenings!