Best UK beach holidays for summer 2024

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In latest years British holidaymakers have discovered that their very own nation has loads to supply with regards to staycations, from metropolis breaks to coastal escapes.

Yes, it could not have the “guaranteed” solar of European hotspots resembling Greece, Portugal and southern Spain, however the UK has a variety of seashores to rival the sandy swathes of hotter locations.

From quiet, undisturbed coastlines in Wales to the rugged, sandy seashores of Cornwall, there’s something for everybody for those who’re keen to swap hovering temperatures for a milder home keep.

We’ve picked out a number of the greatest beach holidays within the UK for anybody eager to get an injection of seaside enjoyable with out the necessity to pack a passport.

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Barafundle Bay, Pembrokeshire, Wales

While not everybody needs a small hike (half a mile from Stackpole) to succeed in their leisure vacation spot, you received’t be disenchanted after making the trouble to get to this idyllic stretch of Welsh shoreline. Picnics are welcome right here however there’s additionally a restaurant and different facilities for those who want them in between taking a dip and sunbathing.

Where to remain

The Stackpole Inn is a mere five-minute stroll from the beach and provides a number of homely rooms plus each lunch and dinner service.

Doubles from £130, B&B.

Whitby Sands, North Yorkshire

Less than a mile from the centre of one of many UK’s most well-known seaside cities, Whitby Sands provides every thing you’d need from a stereotypical UK beach. White sand and blue sea combine with the backdrop of inexperienced hills, multicoloured beach huts and the requisite fish and chip and ice cream outlets to supply a stellar Northern seaside getaway.

Where to remain

Set inside a powerful townhouse on Whitby’s West Cliff, a number of rooms at La Rosa supply dramatic views throughout Whitby Harbour. Different rooms have completely different themes, starting from the inside of an previous caravan to the view of Whitby Abbey that’s stated to have impressed Bram Stoker to put in writing Dracula.

North Shore Beach, Llandudno, Wales

With a pier, lengthy stretches of sand and a city and site that’s extra accessible than a lot of its Pembrokeshire rivals – attributable to a well-served prepare station and shut proximity to cities resembling Manchester and Liverpool – this northern Welsh beach offers every thing for a household or pals’ getaway within the largest seaside resort within the nation. While the climate will be unreliable, the beach, and certainly the city, are a sight to behold when the solar shines.

Where to remain

The Quay Hotel & Spa is a 10-minute drive or prepare journey from the North Shore and offers a cushty escape from the city in close by Deganwy. Situated proper on the harbour and with sea views, the lodge underwent a classy renovation in 2020.

Tankerton Beach, Kent

An identical close-to-town providing in England, Tankerton Beach sits simply 20 minutes away from Whitstable and may very well be a superb possibility for these dwelling across the capital who fancy a day (or three) out on the coast. This lengthy pebble beach is geologically completely different to lots of the others on the checklist, however nonetheless a knock-out.

Where to remain

The Marine Hotel provides superb sea (or city) views in classically embellished ‘English’ model rooms. The location proper on Whitstable’s promenade provides a superb base, whether or not for strolling the city or just staring on the view from the lodge restaurant.

Porthmeor Beach, St. Ives, Cornwall

A serious a part of Porthmeor’s attraction is its proximity to St. Ives. The magnificent city has misplaced none of its allure regardless of elevated tourism, whereas the beach itself provides glorious cafes and eating places and exercise hires – assume browsing and paddle boarding. It’s additionally (most likely) the one beach which you could step off and virtually instantly right into a Tate gallery, if that’s your factor.

Where to remain

The St Ives Harbour Hotel is positioned round quarter-hour away and overlooks Porthminster beach, one other of St Ives’ headliners. Stay at this dog-friendly lodge for the perfect of each seashores – by way of a superb stroll alongside the city’s sea entrance – in addition to spacious rooms with an clever structure.

Brighton Beach, East Sussex

Perhaps the quintessential UK seaside resort, Brighton offers all of the allure and exercise of the cities on this checklist however in city dimension. The seashores are a mixture of sand and pebble and are discovered subsequent to marinas, the historic buildings of Kemp Town or the well-known Palace Pier, however the actual attraction right here is the town itself. Here, a day on the beach can simply as simply be the precursor to dinner at one of many glorious eating places or a blow-out evening out, or to wind down after a day’s procuring within the Lanes.

Where to remain

Brighton has a variety of lodge choices befitting of any metropolis, however the Hotel du Vin stands out for its proximity to the seafront and metropolis centre in addition to its trendy room and bistro. The entrance of the lodge might look Shakespearean however the interiors are fashionable with a maritime twist.

Portstewart Strand, Derry, Northern Ireland

The solely beach on this checklist that also welcomes vehicles onto its sands, the two-mile stretch is characterised by its quite a few dunes and picnicking households. More remoted than different entries, that is the right place for day-tripping households.

Where to remain

A relaxed B&B only a quick drive from the beach, Strand House is very widespread with golfers, because it sits subsequent to 2 coastal golf programs.

Porthcurno Beach, Cornwall

Despite being positioned in arguably essentially the most blessed county within the UK – so far as seashores are involved anyway – Porthcurno nonetheless manages to face out from the competitors. While the comfortable sand and clear water are akin to that of different native seashores, the mix of dramatic excessive cliffs (for wind safety) and a quiet, scenic location put this beach on the high of an enviable checklist.

Where to remain

Cornish Horizons provides rental cottages throughout the county for as much as 12 company. While costs will likely be dictated by once you go (and the way far you e book upfront), a deal for 4 folks for 4 nights over a June weekend prices from £500.

Woolacombe Beach, North Devon

Located between the cities of Croyde and Ilfracombe, this two-mile stretch of sand is widespread for surfers, kite-surfers, kayakers and households alike. Woolacombe stands out amongst a plethora of wonderful seashores in Devon attributable to giant untouched areas and the number of potential actions on supply.

Where to remain

With spectacular sea views, a steamy spa and its personal cinema, the Woolacombe Bay Hotel has every thing wanted to take pleasure in a keep regardless of the climate. Every room is styled otherwise, however the decor will seemingly be the very last thing in your thoughts right here.

Doubles from £160.

Weymouth Beach, Dorset

While crowds normally flock to the close by seashores of Bournemouth – one other of the UK’s hottest seaside locations – Weymouth has all of the allure with out the cramped beach towels. All the weather for the traditional UK beach getaway are included: assume beach huts, ice cream parlours and a relentless concern of seagulls stealing the salty fish and chips you simply purchased.

Where to remain

Beach-front townhouse, No.98 is a small boutique lodge that overlooks Weymouth Bay. Just two minutes away from the prepare station, the lodge is an effective base for anybody wishing to pattern Weymouth’s golden swathes.

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