Who owns Whitstable Oyster Company?

In 1978 Barrie Green and his business partner John Knight took over the Whitstable Oyster Company.

Why are there no oysters in Whitstable?

In the 1860s, there were about 80 million oysters being sent each year to Billingsgate – but by the 1970s a succession of bad winters, disease and pollution had virtually wiped out the entire stock. The Whitstable Oyster Festival continues to be held each summer, attracting thousands of people to the town.

Is it safe to eat oysters in Whitstable?

“There is no known further risk to consumers.” The Whistable Oyster Company toldKentOnline: “We have stopped harvesting oysters as there have been some cases of sickness related to our oysters over the past week.

Why is Whitstable famous for oysters?

Whitstable has long been famous for its oysters, which still play a central role in Whitstable’s commerce and culture. Native Oysters have been harvested in Whitstable since Roman times, and while these can sometimes be harder to get hold of, there are also plenty of locally grown rock oysters to be enjoyed.

Where do Whitstable oysters come from?

Whitstable Oysters — The Whitstable Oyster Company. Whistable Oysters are shellfish of the species Ostrea edulis (Native oyster) and Crassostrea gigas (cultivated European oyster) the meat of which is fat and succulent. They can only be found in the oyster beds in the vicinity of Whitstable, Kent.

Who owns Whitstable beach?

the Whitstable Oyster Fishery Company
15. The vast majority of the application site is owned by the Whitstable Oyster Fishery Company (“the landowner”) and is registered with the Land Registry under title number K781262.

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.

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 are oysters farmed in Whitstable?

We regularly harvest self seeded rock oysters from the intertidal zone using a hatchet, quad bike or boat. We also dredge rock oysters from deeper water, occasionally replenishing stocks with seed or semi-mature stock (traditionally known as brood, ware or half-ware).

Can you get ill from oysters?

You can get very sick from eating raw oysters. Most Vibrio infections from oysters result in only diarrhea and vomiting. However, some infections, such as those caused by Vibrio vulnificus, can cause more severe illness, including bloodstream infections and severe blistering skin lesions.

Why is Whitstable so popular?

Whitstable has lots of interesting shops, so having a browse around town is nice. The annual Whitstable Oyster Festival [July 22-24 this year] is also worth a visit; there is music and Morris dancing, and a procession, plus arts events.

Where can I find oysters with pearls in the UK?