Best Beach Vacations in the UK

According to the CIA Factbook, the UK has one of the world’s longest coastlines. The interplay between the island and the surrounding seas confers a diverse range of geographic features along the coastline. From caves and cliffs to beaches and bays, the UK is not short of fascinating coastline features.

The beaches are particularly a tourist’s delight, welcoming hundreds of thousands of tourists year round—regardless of whether they have British citizenship or not.

If you haven’t experienced a beach vacation in the UK before, there is no time like the present. Here are some of our favorite UK beach vacation destinations:

Filey Beach, Yorkshire

Filey Beach is an intriguing vacation spot for tourists. Those moving to the UK will relish in this large expanse of beach.  

Stretching over five miles, Filey Beach is replete with great cafes for tourists to enjoy a sumptuous meal or have a sweet tooth. It is fantastic for kids as they can build sandcastles on plentiful land or play in rock pools.

This beach welcomes pets, so don’t hesitate to bring them along! 

Barafundle Bay, Pembrokeshire

Barafundle Bay is part of the National Trust-owned Stackpole Estate. This bay typically evades the attention of tourists, due to its poor accessibility. Hence, it is often quiet all year round.

Nevertheless, it is a spectacular place for waterfront group vacations as there is the opportunity to enjoy a vast range of group games without disruption. This sandy beach is beautiful in its design. It takes a crescent-like shape and surrounds itself with pine and dune trees. Breathtaking!

Porthcurno Beach, Cornwall

Although not the biggest of beaches, Porthcurno Beach has remarkable features that distinguish it from other beaches. Its white sands, exceptional landscape, and the glorious turquoise sea is a must see.

There is an open theater just on the granite cliff that brings in top performers from all over the country. In addition to theatrical plays, you can enjoy the shows put on by local sea creatures. The dolphins and basking sharks sometimes rear their heads from the turquoise sea. 

Whitepark Bay, Antrim, Northern Ireland

Would you love to listen to the sand sing? Go on a trip to Whitepark Bay, and you will experience this magic firsthand.

The sand at Whitepark Bay is so fine that when the particles vibrate, they make a humming sound… and that’s not all!

There are loads of fossils on the beach. Prepare for a tranquil afternoon, as this is not an  overcrowded beach. Be ready to share your pics via Instagram with picturesque shots of the famous Giant’s Causeway—the first UNESCO World Heritage Site in Northern Ireland.

Llanddwyn, Anglesey, Wales

This Welsh beach is often called the Beach of Romance. The name came about due to its historical backstory. Natives here believe that Princess Dywnwen eloped from her place to this location when her love affair turned sour. So, the Welsh made her their Patron Saint of Lovers.

Can we say this is why Prince Williams and Kate Middleton stayed on this beach in the first three years of marriage? Stop asking questions, and spend a vacation with your heartthrob.

Perranporth, Cornwall

This beach sits on a large expanse of beachfront land. In fact, it boasts one of the longest beaches across the Cornish coast.

You can do many exciting things at Perranporth, from checking out rock pools to exploring the caves. There are many activities to enjoy like swimming, snorkeling, and surfing. And dogs are welcome! 

We’ve come to the end of our list of the top 6 beaches for vacation in the UK. Remember that this is not an exhaustive list, and these beaches are listed in no particular accord. As a side note, remember to pack the right items before heading for a beach vacation in the UK, as the weather can easily fluctuate.

 

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