The coast is the place my coronary heart is. I don’t assume I’ve ever lived greater than a few miles from the ocean. Simply the considered being landlocked makes me really feel claustrophobic. I feel that is why we often search out coastal locations to go to within the UK after we are planning our household holidays.
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However which places must you think about?
On this publish I’m sharing a few of our favorite coastal locations to go to within the UK.
Crantock in Cornwall
Crantock simply to the south of Newquay is house to one in all our favorite Cornish seashores. There’s dunes to discover and the sand is that sensible squishy consistency that makes for deep, satisfying footprints.
It’s additionally a dog-friendly seaside all 12 months spherical making it a go-to place for households holidaying with pets.
In fact, staying in Crantock additionally places you near all of the sensible family-friendly points of interest of Newquay.
We advocate the Camel Creek Journey Park for a enjoyable day trip, Healey’s Cyder Farm to pattern native produce and Pirates Quest Journey Golf for wet days.
Right here’s some extra concepts for locations to discover alongside the Cornish coast and a few inspiration for issues to do in Cornwall in the summertime.
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Greycott | sleeps 8 + 2 cots | dog-friendly
Lymington within the New Forest
I spent many weekends and college holidays staying in Lymington within the New Forest once I was a toddler.
The city’s market and vintage retailers are all the time value a browse. And in case your children love crabbing then the harbour is a prime spot for catching a crustacean.
In fact you’re additionally completely positioned for exploring the pure fantastic thing about the New Forest Nationwide Park, a former Royal searching floor that covers 220 sq. miles and has 26 miles of shoreline.
It’s the proper coastal spot for households who take pleasure in strolling and biking. There are additionally some pretty household points of interest like Beaulieu for automobile followers and Longdown Exercise Farm, which is right for tiny tots.
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Ridge Home | sleeps 12 + 2 cots | dog-friendly
Lyme Regis in Dorset
In case your children are fascinated by fossils, coastal locations to go to within the UK don’t come higher than Lyme Regis. It’s on the coronary heart of the Jurassic Coast.
Fossils discovered right here come from rocks shaped between 250 and 65 million years in the past, together with the Triassic, Jurassic and Cretaceous geological durations.
Lyme Regis just lately hit the large display within the movie Ammonite all about fossil hunter Mary Anning who made a number of necessary dinosaur discoveries right here.
When you’ve had your fill of seaside combing there are loads extra issues to do in Dorset from aquariums and animal parks to water parks and historic homes.
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Woodville Cottage | sleeps 4 + one cot | dog-friendly
Bigbury on Sea
Tucked away on the South Devon coast is the seaside village of Bigbury on Sea.
That is simply the spot for a household seaside vacation with a sandy shoreline, views of the enigmatic Burgh Island, which you’ll stroll to at low tide, and surf colleges providing professional tuition within the shallow waters.
Bigbury is a part of the South Hams space the place you’ll discover characterful cities, small household points of interest and loads of locations to take pleasure in a regionally whipped ice cream.
If you wish to disconnect from the busyness of life then Bigbury is the perfect coastal place to go to to your subsequent household vacation.
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The Qube | sleeps 8 + 2 cots | dog-friendly
Poole in Dorset
Poole is proof that you simply don’t have to fly overseas to calm down on lengthy white seashores, dine on platters of contemporary seafood and ogle tremendous yachts. It has all of it.
Sandbanks, Shell Bay and Branksome Chine are rated the perfect seashores right here for the protection, golden sands and family-friendly services. There’s additionally a strip of seaside on the within of Poole Harbour which is shallow and ultimate for young children to paddle in at excessive tide.
By way of locations to go to in Poole we love Compton Acre gardens with its Italian influences, grottos and water options.
Some place else to take pleasure in a stroll is Upton Nation Park which additionally has a terrific journey playground for teenagers.
Examine these locations and extra in my information devoted to issues to do in Poole with children.
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Sunnyholme | sleeps 6 + 2 cots
Brighton in Sussex
King George IV thought Brighton was probably the greatest coastal locations to go to within the UK, and who would argue in any other case?!
From the Royal Pavilion to the Palace Pier and well-known Lanes purchasing space, Brighton is a enjoyable seaside city to wander round.
To get the perfect views of the city take a journey on the Brighton i360. If the climate fails you then Brighton has a SEA LIFE Centre housed in a function constructed Victorian constructing.
The broader East and West Sussex space even have loads to supply visiting households together with the historic panorama of Battle, the traditional mosaics of Fishbourne Roman Place and Winnie-the-Pooh’s stomping floor, Ashdown Forest.
Right here’s a few of our advisable locations to go to in Sussex with children.
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Quebec Barn | sleeps 4 + cot | dog-friendly
Exmoor Nationwide Park
Each Devon and Somerset have the privilege of sharing this Nationwide Park that comes with a shocking shoreline.
In reality Exmoor has the best sea cliff in England and Wales. It’s referred to as Nice Hangman and measures 244m.
Someplace you could go to throughout a keep in what is without doubt one of the UK’s should go to coastal spots is Lynton and Lynmouth. These North Devon cities are linked by the world’s steepest and tallest water-powered funicular.
On this cliff railway you will get nice sea views and a scrumptious cream tea on the prime.
Extra great experiences in Exmoor are strolling the Valley of Rocks, discovering Somerset’s hidden seashores and naturally, visiting Exmoor Zoo the place you would possibly spot the moor’s legendary beast.
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Meadowbank | sleeps 8 + cot
Cowes within the Isle of Wight
The Isle of Wight is without doubt one of the most stress-free locations to go to within the UK. However if you wish to discover essentially the most buzzing place on the island then it needs to be Cowes.
Annually it hosts Cowes Week – a serious crusing regatta that draws rivals from around the globe.
Cowes is a superb base for exploring the remainder of the island with cycle and bus routes beginning right here so that you don’t even have to carry your automobile.
Catch the ferry to Cowes from Southampton.
Listed below are some extra concepts for spending time within the Isle of Wight.
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Starboard Facet | sleeps 4 | dog-friendly
Tenby in Pembrokeshire
The image postcard good harbour at Tenby has been attracting vacationers since Victorian occasions.
Why? This attractive fishing village has bought one thing for everybody: sandy seashores, historic locations to discover and direct entry onto the coast path.
Shut by you’ll discover wildlife parks, exercise centres and the Oakwood Theme Park for thrill seekers.
Tenby can be a terrific base for exploring the remainder of Pembrokeshire together with the tiny metropolis of St David’s to see the Cathedral and Bishops Palace. It’s a really compact vacation spot so is a simple one to wander round with children.
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St Catherine’s Home | sleeps 16 + 2 cots | dog-friendly
Mevagissey in Cornwall
If you wish to discover Cornwall’s South Coast then we are able to advocate making Mevagissey your base.
There’s loads of seashores, historic websites and household points of interest to discover in addition to a warren of streets the place seafood eating places serve up the catch of the day.
The inside harbour can be a well-liked spot for crabbing. Make a day of it by shopping for a takeaway fish and chip dinner to nibble on whereas the youngsters drop a line. Simply hold a watch out for the seagulls – they’re ravenous right here.
For a soothing stroll head to the Misplaced Gardens of Heligan the place you may lose yourselves for hours wanting across the cottage backyard, hidden sculptures and journey playgrounds.
And to be taught concerning the 1000’s of shipwrecks which have occurred alongside the Cornish coast go to Charlestown. Right here you may see among the salvaged cargo in addition to tall ships which were the backdrop for TV reveals and movies together with Poldark, Dr Who and Treasure Island.
Right here’s some extra locations to go to near Mevagissey.
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Oyster Cottage | sleeps 6 + cot | dog-friendly
Have you ever visited any of those coastal spots within the UK? Or would you add others?
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