Citizens Advice
2025-10-29 10:15 - 13:00, 2025-11-05 10:15 - 13:00, 2025-11-12 10:15 - 13:00 (Europe/London) | Umbrella Centre – The Lounge, Umbrella Centre, Oxford Street, Whitstable, Kent, CT5 1DD, United Kingdom
Citizens Advice drop in advice clinic, no need to book.
Every Wednesday 10.15am – 1pm
In the lounge (through the yellow doors at the side of the building)
citizensadvice.org.uk

Midlife Movers
2025-10-29 16:00 - 17:00, 2025-11-05 16:00 - 17:00, 2025-11-12 16:00 - 17:00 | Whitstable Umbrella Centre – St Marys Hall, Umbrella Centre, Oxford Street, Whitstable, CT5 1DD, United Kingdom
Midlife Movers Over 40’s fun dance/disco class
Wednesdays 4-5pm
£3.50 – no need to book
@midlifemovers

Little Music Stars
2025-10-30 09:30, 2025-11-06 09:30, 2025-11-13 09:30 | Whitstable Umbrella Centre – St Marys Hall, Umbrella Centre, Oxford Street, Whitstable, CT5 1DD, United Kingdom
LITTLE MUSIC STARS run pre-school classes in music and movement for babies, toddlers & children from 3 months to 3 years. With music written and performed by professional musicians and performers, we guarantee your experience will be out of this world!
For booking information email: info@littlemusicstars.co.uk

Tai Chi Chuan
2025-10-30 12:45 - 13:45, 2025-11-03 08:00 - 09:00, 2025-11-06 12:45 - 13:45, 2025-11-10 08:00 - 09:00 | Whitstable Umbrella Centre – St Marys Hall, Umbrella Centre, Oxford Street, Whitstable, CT5 1DD, United Kingdom
Come and learn traditional Hao family style tai chi chuan at the Umbrella Centre in Whitstable. Beginners welcome.
Enhance your sense of well-being – Improve concentration – Gain confidence and body awareness – Reduce fatigue and stress – Improve balance and flexibility
A unique opportunity to study Hao taijiquan (tai chi chuan), from husband and wife, 6th generation lineage instructors. Hao taijiquan is suitable for all ages and abilities, due to the compact nature of the postures and emphasis on deep relaxation.
Qi Gong – Form – Meditation
Places are limited, so please contact us to reserve your place in the class or for general enquiries.
Mob: 07907-570937
e-mail: johnturton43@gmail.com

SOUNDHOUSE WHITSTABLE HALLOWEEN SPECIAL
2025-10-31 19:00 - 23:00 | Whitstable Umbrella Centre – St Marys Hall, Umbrella Centre, Oxford Street, Whitstable, CT5 1DD, United Kingdom
SOUNDHOUSE Halloween Special at the Whitstable Umbrella Centre
This Halloween, get ready for a night of spine-tingling tunes and electrifying performances as Samuel Ashton & The Instincts curate a one-of-a-kind live music experience in Whitstable!

Location: Whitstable Umbrella Centre, St Marys Hall, Oxford Street, CT5 1DD
When: October 31st 2025, 7PM

Supported by Arts Council England

THE LINEUP:
Samuel Ashton & The Instincts

Our host and curator, Samuel Ashton, brings his soulful voice and band The Instincts to the stage. Known for heartfelt songwriting and powerful live performances, they’ll set the tone for a night of magic, mystery, and musical intensity.

Follow:
http://hl=en https://www.facebook.com/SamuelAshtonMusic/?locale=en_GB
https://www.instagram.com/_samuel_ashton_/?

Rudy Warman & The Heavy Weather

Expect a storm of psychedelic blues, rock, and raw energy from this Kent-based powerhouse trio. Their boundary-pushing sound and commanding stage presence promise a set that’ll stay with you long after Halloween night.

Follow:
https://rudywarman.bandcamp.com/ https://www.facebook.com/Rudy.Band.Music/?locale=en_GB

Crazy Water Common

Fuelling the night with a rush of alternative rock and folk-driven textures, Crazy Water Common the Americana Duo will be delivering songs that are as atmospheric as they are anthemic. Their immersive sound makes them the perfect act complimenting this special Halloween celebration.

Follow:
https://www.crazywatercommon.com/ https://www.facebook.com/crazy.water.common/ https://www.instagram.com/crazy.water.common/

Don’t miss out on a hauntingly good night of music, community, and celebration. Gather your friends, dress for the occasion, and join us for a Halloween like no other!

SOUNDHOUSE WHITSTABLE:
https://shorturl.at/rxLZE

Whitstable Antiques & Vintage Fair
2025-11-01 10:00 - 16:00 | Whitstable Umbrella Centre – St Marys Hall, Umbrella Centre, Oxford Street, Whitstable, CT5 1DD, United Kingdom
Whitstable Antiques , vintage and collectibles Fair is held monthly in the lovely seaside town of Whitstable.
We have a constant range of wonderful sellers
Find them on Facebook, click here

Fundraising Ceilidh Dance for Whitstable Jack-in-the-Green
2025-11-01 19:30 - 22:30 | Whitstable Umbrella Centre – St Marys Hall, Umbrella Centre, Oxford Street, Whitstable, CT5 1DD, United Kingdom
Get dancing at a fund-raising ceilidh in aid of the 51st Whitstable May Day Jack-in-the-Green procession!

Whether you’re a complete beginner or super experienced, this fun social dance night will be led by expert dance callers Kerry Fletcher and James Gaunt, who will get you up and dancing to great live music from the fabulous Climax Ceilidh Band. If you’ve never been to a ceilidh (or barn dance) before, give it a go and you’ll be hooked! The live caller walks you through the dance and tells you what to do – so no skill needed, and no partner required, though feel free to bring one.
And as it’s Hallowe’en weekend, why not wear your spookiest outfit? There’ll be a prize for the scariest dancer!
The annual Jack-in-the-Green procession, a revival of an old May custom, celebrates its 51st consecutive year in 2026. Colourful characters including Morris dancers and musicians lead Jack in all his greenery through the town to the castle, with a herd of hooden horses and other beasts guiding the way. This ceilidh is to raise funds to allow us to continue to put on this joyful event! We are a team of volunteers so your support is greatly appreciated.

Venue: St. Marys Hall, Umbrella Centre, Oxford Street, Whitstable, CT5 1DD
Date: Saturday 1 November 2025, 7.30—10.30pm
Admission: £12 full, £8 unwaged.
Bar, including real ale 🍺
Contact: the organisers at whitstablemaydaymorris@gmail.com or 07703 639720

Wellbeing Yoga
2025-11-03 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-11-10 12:00 - 13:00 | Whitstable Umbrella Centre – St Marys Hall, Umbrella Centre, Oxford Street, Whitstable, CT5 1DD, United Kingdom
Hatha yoga classes for all abilities taught by experienced yoga teacher. (Tracy is new to the area but has been teaching for over 20 years within education, the NHS and the community, with a particular interest in mental health).
https://www.facebook.com/yogabytheseasalter/
Yoga poses to improve posture, flexibility, balance and strength. Meditation, relaxation and breathing techniques to help with stress and anxiety.
Please bring your own mat.

Fisher Social Club
2025-11-03 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-11-10 13:00 - 15:00
The Fisher Social Club is a peer led group for those in Whitstable and surrounding areas that would like a chat and a cuppa’.
This is a free to attend no booking necessary group, which meets weekly at the Centre on Mondays 1 – 3pm; in the lounge.
This group does not offer support for mental health, however our staff and volunteers can sign post you to services which do.
We look forward to welcoming you.

Theatre Workshop for Adults
2025-11-04 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-11-11 19:00 - 21:00 | Whitstable Umbrella Centre – St Marys Hall, Umbrella Centre, Oxford Street, Whitstable, CT5 1DD, United Kingdom
A friendly drop-in Theatre Workshop for Adults. Each class will begin with a warm-up and then we will work together as an ensemble on Voice, Movement, Scripted scenes and Improvisation to grow your acting skills and self-confidence. Please wear clothes you can move in. All abilities and ages welcome (18+).
Emma Dewhurst is a professional actress with a long and varied career in theatre, TV and film. She has worked with a number of exceptional theatre practitioners, including directors Richard Eyre (National Theatre), Roger Michell (Almeida Theatre) and Nancy Meckler (Shared Experience). In 2020 she became an accredited Transformational Life Coach and has also since earned a qualification in Group Coaching.
Emma is also an experienced teacher and facilitator of groups. She was a Visiting Tutor at Lewisham College on their BTEC drama course; led drama workshops for River Drama, a weekly group for SEN children; and more recently has combined her acting and coaching skills to facilitate communication and public speaking skills for young adults.
Emma’s style is warm, friendly and inclusive. All ages are welcome (18+) to the Workshops and although this is a drop-in class, so you can join at any time, a steady group has emerged from the more regular participants.
This is a ‘Pay What You Feel’ community class supported by Whitstable Umbrella Community Centre. Donations are appreciated, with a suggested minimum of £5, but please don’t let lack of means prevent you from attending!
Please wear clothes you can move in.
Spring Term 2026 dates: Tuesday 6 Jan to 31 March (with no class on 17 Feb). This term we are working towards an informal sharing for family & friends on 31st March (no obligation to take part if you are a new participant)
If you are thinking of joining the class, please contact Emma to ensure there is a place available.
For any questions about the Workshops please email Emma: edewhurst100@gmail.com

Weekly Police Hub Drop In
2025-11-05 10:00 - 14:00, 2025-11-12 10:00 - 14:00
Come and meet your local officers and discuss any non-emergency issues in a safe environment.

When: Every Wednesday, 10am – 2pm

No appointment needed, just drop in on the day
Working together to keep our Whitstable Community safe and connected.

Board Games Night
2025-11-05 19:00 - 22:00
On the 1st & 3rd Wednesday of every month 7:00 – 10:00pm
Free to attend, suggested donation £2 if possible but not essential
Tea, coffee, squash & biscuits provided
In The Hive through the yellow doors at the side of the Umbrella Centre building
14 years +
Under 18’s must be accompanied by an adult
https://www.meetup.com/whitstabletop/events/

Different Strokes Whitstable
2025-11-06 14:00 - 16:00 | Whitstable Umbrella Centre – St Marys Hall, Umbrella Centre, Oxford Street, Whitstable, CT5 1DD, United Kingdom
Whitstable Peer Support Group

We have a group in the Whitstable area of Kent run by volunteer Jim Currie.
The group is a place where working age and younger survivors can go to meet other people affected by stroke.
Come along and find out more about getting involved with this group.

Meeting Times

The group meets on the first and third Thursday of each month 2.00 pm – 4.00pm

Venue

Whitstable Umbrella Centre
Oxford Street
Whitstable
Kent
CT5 1DD
Pay and display parking is available in the car park directly behind the centre

Contact Details:

Group Coordinator: Jim Currie
Phone: 07860 109013
Email: whitstable@differentstrokes.co.uk

The Old Grey Whitstable Test
2025-11-07 19:00 - 23:00 | Whitstable Umbrella Centre – St Marys Hall, Umbrella Centre, Oxford Street, Whitstable, CT5 1DD, United Kingdom
An evening of live music and dance to celebrate nothing in particular other than getting together to have fun.
5 musical acts plus …. Profits to go to Medicines Sans Frontiers and MDS UK charities, in memory of our lovely friends John Broad and Daniel Postgate.
BYOB and dancing shoes.
Friday 7th November at 19:00 – 23:00

Doors open 19:00 Starts 19:30
Whitstable Umbrella Community Support centre

Whitstable Foodies Market
2025-11-08 10:00 - 14:00
Whitstable Foodies Market have launched monthly at the Umbrella Centre.
A regular foodies market in the community hub of Whitstable.
Every 2nd and last Saturday of the month.
This has been arranged to support the Whitstable Umbrella Community Centre charity with some much needed funding.
We hope to see you soon.
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Bonaparte Crow #BuyTheUmbrella Fundraiser
2025-11-08 19:00 - 22:00 | Whitstable Umbrella Centre – St Marys Hall, Umbrella Centre, Oxford Street, Whitstable, CT5 1DD, United Kingdom
Get ready for a night of live rock’n’roll in Whitstable!

Join Bonaparte Crow, with special guests Claire + Pip Acoustic Duo supporting the Whitstable Umbrella Centre, for an evening of music and energy—all in support of the #BuyTheUmbrella fundraising campaign:
https://shorturl.at/hzo4p

We have raised approximately £15,000 to date, which is a fantastic community achievement!
This campaign is raising vital funds to help secure the future of the Whitstable Umbrella Centre, a much-loved community hub at the heart of the town. Every ticket, every drink, and every cheer brings us closer to keeping this space alive and thriving. Share the event, tell your friends, we really appreciate your support!

Date: 8th November
Time: 7:00 PM
Venue: Whitstable Umbrella Centre
Come for the music, stay for the cause—together we can make a difference!

Whitstable Record & CD Fair
2025-11-09 09:30 - 15:30
A dozen or more dealers offering a huge amount of preowned & new vinyl & CDs. Everything from ABBA to ZAPPA and all types in between. Rock, Pop, Jazz, Soul, Punk, Reggae, Blues RNR, 60s, Folk, etc. Many rarities & lots of bargains.
