Four Amazing Coastal Getaways In The UK
A seaside holiday in the UK has so much more to offer than fish and chips on the beach and dips in the chilly sea. In fact, if you know where to visit, the UK is home to unbelievable natural beauty, intriguing towns and villages, and some of the best beaches in the world waiting to be uncovered. If this is the kind of break you can picture yourself on, we have four amazing coastal getaways in the UK that you should check out.
Traditional Seaside Holiday: St Ives, Cornwall
You could pick pretty much anywhere along Cornwall’s dramatic coastline and have an idyllic getaway, but St Ives is one of the best. Think turquoise seas, cobbled streets, and a vibrant community to get a sense of this little seaside town. Surfers flock here thanks to the consistently good surf, while others come for five-star food served with a side of great views, coastal walks, and a chilled out, charming atmosphere. Look out for the seals who live around the harbour too.
Remote and Rugged: Outer Hebrides, Scotland
More and more of us crave ‘off the grid’ getaways nowadays, where you can truly get back to nature and give yourself a digital detox. There is nowhere better to do that than in the Outer Hebrides off the northwest coast of Scotland. There is a group of islands to explore, all boasting unspoiled beaches, brilliant wildlife, prehistoric sites and lots of peace and quiet. For a real back-to-nature experience, choose to camp rather than stay in any of the accommodation on offer. If you get a chance, hang out with the locals who will introduce you to the unique ways of life in this part of the world.
Epic Coastal Scenery: Jurassic Coast, Dorset
If you want to impress on your Instagram grid with stunning travel photos, make the Jurassic Coast your go-to destination for a seaside break in the UK. Home to the famous Durdle Door, you can find awesome rock formations, hidden coves and spectacular panoramas on this stretch of the coast. As well as the scenery, people are drawn here is by the thought of collecting fossils along the rocky coastline, which dates back 185 million years. One of the best ways to explore is by walking the South West Coast Path, stopping in at the welcoming towns along the way.
The Welsh Riviera: Portmeirion Village, Wales
For an upmarket break by the sea, visit the Italian-inspired village of Portmeirion, a unique architectural vision brought to life by Clough William-Ellis. A Mediterranean piazza is at its heart with fittingly European buildings all around, but the surrounding views are 100% Welsh. Not far from Snowdonia National Park, there is picturesque woodland, rolling hills and of course, beautiful blue seas. It is a one-of-a-kind British break on the coast.
Who is ready to book a coastal getaway in the UK after reading about these must-visit destinations? We have only covered four of many - let us know which is your own favourite.
