The royal capital of the ancient kingdom of Northumbria, Bamburgh beach preserves a screenshot of Northumberland's historic splendour. On view by the iconic Norman era castle, the sandy expanse offers some of the best views in England.
Crowned the UK’s first natural UNESCO world heritage site in 2001, Durdle Door’s spellbinding limestone arch and famous sparkling waters of the Jurassic coast bring tourists from far and wide.
This list wouldn't be complete without our very own Tynemouth Beach. Once a popular Victorian holiday destination, it is now adored for its spotless golden sand and fantastic conditions for swimming and surfing.
The secluded bay offers views of white cliffs and stunning chalk stacks. Famous for fossils and rock pools, the bay offers something for swimmers, sunbathers and explorers alike.
A slice of heaven, the turquoise and aquamarine waters are nestled away in the Outer Hebrides. This majestic sandy beach is a huge river estuary measuring 3 miles long and 3 miles wide, dispelling the claim that Scotland is not famous for beautiful beaches.
Whitby, Scarborough and Robin Hood’s Bay have all earned their recognition, but Sandsend is often missed in the Yorkshire Coast hall of fame. If you’re a fan of wildlife, fossils and stunning scenery, you will love Sandsend. Located within the North York Moors National Park the beach offers a spellbinding afternoon walk.
This jewel of the Pembrokeshire coast boasts golden sands and blue waters that rival the Mediterranean. This secluded bay is backed by dunes and pines offers an escape from modern life and the busy trappings of day to day.
As far as coastal destinations go, the grandeur of the Giant’s Causeway often overshadows the excellent sandy beaches Northern Ireland Offers. However, this seven miles of sandy shoreline, backed by mountains and cliffs is famous for walks, kite flying, walking and exploring.
The Isles of Scilly are an archipelago off the Cornish coast, voted the most scenic destination of outstanding natural beauty in the UK. The islands are fringed by stunning sandy beaches with vibrant blue waters. These uncrowded and unspoilt isles include Pentle Bay on Tresco which pale turquoise waters shimmer in the sun.
