Welcome...

This colourful welcome can be found at Kings Road Infant school.... I don't know but would assume it has been reproduced based on a child's painting.... Isn't it great!

Beach House

As the sign suggest Beach House is located just across from the beach and has lovely views out to sea!

The Heron....

This is another pub which was used as part of the first season of Little Britain... There was a sketch where Vicky Pollard was trying to buy drinks and produced some ID which was a hand drawn child's picture... Isn't it great to live somewhere which is now part of 'cult TV comedy'!

Statue

I was surprised to find this statue, it was in the grounds of Our Lady of the Sacred Heart R.C Church in Clarence Road.

Elvis Is In The Building!

Do you know how long arcades have been around? How long we have visited them whilst enjoying our holidays by the sea? I have no idea, but I do know that when it's raining and it's holiday time, the arcades remain buzzing.... Can you resist?

Royal Oak

The Royal Oak used to be a popular public house for the younger generation of Herne Bay, but it has been closed for quite some time, another victim of the credit crunch.

Colemans All Shoes....

If you visit Herne Bay and arrive by car, you surely cannot miss Colemans Allshoes... The fact it is located on the Canterbury road at the junction of one of the main roundabouts into Herne Bay obviously helps....

For all your outdoor clothing needs, a visit to Colemans is just the job....

Heron Swimming Pool

This is the entrance from William Street car park, it leads to the Heron Swimming Pool, and the Kavanagh Cinema.

Garden Fun...

It never amazes me the things you see in peoples front gardens.... this little piggy doesn't appear to be on his way to market though!

Snow

This photo has been taken from my bedroom window, and is of Herne Bay. Snow has been creating a lot of chaos in the south-east, resulting in many schools closing and even rail links being cancelled too.

Relaxing

I have never understood why people fish, but it looks very relaxing, and a good way to sit and reflect, even if it is cold.
I hope he caught some fish!

Terrace houses

This row of terrace houses is located on the sea front in herne bay, opposite the bandstand.

Local Fish

I like to eat fish, and its good to see that we have a fish shop that sales local fresh fish!

Museum

This is a very intresting place to visit I found out the information below from the Internet:-

Herne Bay Museum is Open: Monday - Saturday, 10am - 4pm. Also Sundays in July and August 1pm - 4pm. Closed on Good Friday and part of Christmas week. Free admission.
This bright and modern museum highlights the history of the Victorian seaside resort of Herne Bay and its surrounding area. Themes include seaside holidays and attractions, the town's piers and the development of the resort. Find out about the town's famous clock tower (once the tallest in the country) and have your photo taken through a traditional seaside Aunt Sally!

Exciting finds from the nearby Roman fort and Saxon church of Reculver are also on display, as are important fossils from the local area, including mammoth tusks. Fossilised sharks teeth can be discovered by searching through a hands-on sorting tray, a very popular activity with children.

Also on display is a prototype of the famous Barnes Wallis bouncing bomb from the Second World War. These weapons used in the historic Dambuster raids were tested off Reculver. Find out more in the Dambuster audio-visual.

Tunnel

If you look to the side of Herne Bay train station you will find this tunnel, it goes under the railway line and leads to the Thanet Way!

Busy Bees

It looks like someone has been busy sorting out their wardrobe, and good to see they are donating lots of things to charity!

The Round Window!

I spotted this lovely round window, at Herne Bay train station above the door!

Sad times....

This is sadly becoming a common sight in Herne Bay, yet another shop has closed down, lets hope that it won't be long before something else opens in its place!

Curious!

I spotted this hoover in Mortimer street, it was locked to a cycle rack, I have no idea why!

Vic Kimpton.....

This shop is in Mortimer Street, and stocks menswear for the larger man.....

Steps

These are some steps leading down to Central Parade, on the left are some amusement arcades, where people like to spend time playing on the machines, spending thier money. You can just see the end of the pier in the distance.

Spend spend spend....

With the Christmas indulgence carefully under wraps, the shops continue to entice us with their fabulous offers....
What always surprises me with the sales is the fact they can offer 50% or more off the selling price which suggests the goods were clearly over priced to start with! Bah Humbug me thinks!

Cute Hairdressers

I wonder if this is the smallest hairdressers in Herne Bay, it looks very cute tucked in between some houses, it is located in Sea Street

Going Going.... Gone!

It's refreshing to see that as the New Year unfolds and the credit crunch continues properties continue to sell.... Maybe it's time I looked for an upgrade on my humble abode!

Ducks on Ice...

We have posted photos of the ducks swimming in the Memorial Park pond before, but these little ducks where finding it hard to walk on the ice, it was fun to watch though!

Sweets....

Now I know you're still recovering from over indulgence during the festive season, but when I spotted these colourful jars of yummy sweets I could hardly contain myself =0)
I remember when I was growing up you would see these jars of sweets in all of the corner/paper shops.... lusting after a quarter of your favorites.... I don't remember when they disappeared from the shops - no doubt something to do with hygiene! But I am aware they have been making a comeback for some time now.... So its delightful to see that when wandering along the high street in Herne Bay you can turn back the clock and enjoy a quarter of your favs....

Curio Corner!

I found this shop called Jeans down a back street called Little Charles Street, it sells all sorts of curious things. I'll pop back when its open to have a rummage.....

Gargoyles To You...

This cute little fellow can be found sitting about a house on Bank Street... There is an interesting history attached to the house that owns the creature. You can see the actual house if you scroll back to 14th November, however the history of this property is yet to be shared!

Why.....

Why do people feel the need to dump rubbish, I spotted this next to the recycling bins in the william street car park, whoever dumped it must have used their car so why didn't they just take it to the tip?

So Long Farewell......

OK, so I expect you're thinking I'm going to say cheerio to 2008 and hello to 2009... well I'm not... I know I should but I feel this is an appropriate entry to say a fond farewell to a family institution...
Yes its Woolworths.... Like many of my friends I started my working life behind a counter in Woolies... So I say it here.... Goodbye fair Woolworths!

Happy New Year!

We would like to wish everyone a Happy New Year, and hope you enjoy visiting are blog....

Post Christmas High Street Blues....

Stroll along the Promenade

Herne Bay is blessed with many walks, this one along the promenade will take you to Reculver, you can see the Towers in the distance.

Empty Shops... Whatever Is Occuring...

It would appear that where ever you look in Herne Bay another shop has closed its doors... It is very sad to see the town disappearing before our eyes and watching the buildings deteriorate!

The Old Brown Teapot Cafe

The Old Brown Teapot Cafe is in Beltinge, a nice place to stop and have coffee with a piece of homemade cake, or even a hot dinner if you don't feel like cooking....

Deserted Streets.....

With Christmas over it's curious to note that already some shops are open for business, however by the looks of these empty chairs no one has any room left to taste the culinary delights of the local cafe!

Merry Christmas!

Love them or hate them people like to decorate their homes at christmas, here are two that are lit up near where I live, Merry Christmas!

View from the Pier

As it was such a lovely day on Sunday, I decided it was time to take a few photos, this is a view looking from the pier out towards Whitstable

Its a SNOW person

This little fellow was spotted sitting in the window of the hairdressers in Herne Bay!

The Beacon Church

This is the Beacon Church, you can find it in Sea Street. I missed the Christmas Carol Service as it was yesterday!

Fair Trade

For more than 15 years the co-op have been at the forefront of Responsible Retailing Issues.
In 2008 the co-op conducted the world’s largest consumer poll on Food Ethics. 100,000 of it's members gave them their backing and they launched their Food Ethical Policy.

Yay for the Co-op and it's commitment to fair trade. And you can visit this particular store in Herne Bay at the top of the town =0)

Neptunes Arm

This is a close up photo of the end of Neptunes Arm......

Art Gallery and Museum

If you take yourself along to William Street you will find Herne Bay's very own Art Gallery Museum!

This bright and modern museum highlights the history of the Victorian seaside resort of Herne Bay and its surrounding area. Themes include seaside holidays and attractions, the town's piers and the development of the resort. Find out about the town's famous clock tower (once the tallest in the country) and have your photo taken through a traditional seaside Aunt Sally!

Take a walk...

If you take a walk down this road, you will end up on the sea front, its ok walking down but its quite steep walking back.

KARAOKE... Oh Yes....

If you're in need of some entertainment mid week, then get yourself down to the Bun Penny for a dose of Karoke.... Its sure to put a smile on your face =0)

Closed for winter....

In these winter days, the Herne Bay amusements hardly ever open for business seeing as the seafront is more often than not deserted.

Antiques....

I think its fair to ponder that society today lives in a world of disposable items.... We buy cheap and discard quickly! It is therefore interesting to see a shop selling 'antiques'.... or maybe this is a modern day sign for the 'old peoples residential home'!! I wonder!

L'ESCARGOT

A corner of France can be deliciously explored in Herne Bay High Street. Culinary excellence is the hallmark of the French and Alain & Joyce Bessemoulin have earned a reputation over the last 23 years at their restaurant for high quality traditional French dishes, with an added touch of individuality from chef Alain.

They pride themselves on providing fresh local produce whenever possible and on friendly, efficient service in a cosy atmosphere.

The restaurant has attracted recognition from many food guides and over the years has seen valued loyal customers, who visited with their parents, now bring their own children to sample the French cuisine.

Alain Bessemoulin said: “We pride ourselves on cooking simple French Cooking. Traditional dishes are given an added touch with my delightful sauces!”

Street Signs...

I have to confess there isn't very much to say about this street sign.... It's pretty much the same as any other you may find around Herne Bay...

However, put simply... I just love this photograph.... I hope you do to!