Whether you enjoy sunbathing on the soft sand, or splashing in the salty sea, there is something for everyone to enjoy at the beach this summer!

Find out our top picks for lovely beaches to visit with the family! From remote hidden gems, to popular sandy hotspots, see what picturesque beaches are near you!

West Wittering, Sussex

Enjoy the sunshine at this 20-acre sandy beach, surrounded by grasses, wetlands & reedbeds. The low-tide and shallow pools are perfect for dipping your toes into the water, or having splashing fun with little ones!

Café & Car Parking available. Dog friendly – please check website.

Steephill Cove, Isle Of Wight

Tucked away from most holiday-goers, this hidden gem offers sand & shingle beaches and clear waters for visitors. Only accessible through a winding narrow path, the quiet picture beach is the perfect hideaway!

Café & Restaurants are nearby. Dog friendly.

Bamburgh Castle Beach, Northumberland

Bamburgh Castle Beach is a beautiful sandy place to visit all throughout the year. The ideal spot for a picnic with the stunning 6th century castle as a backdrop, Bamburgh should be on your beaches bucket list!

Café & Restaurants are nearby. Dog friendly.

Holkham Beach, Norfolk

Some say this is the finest beach in the country! Visit the golden sands of Holkham Beach to decide for yourself. Surrounded by grass banks and Holkham Pines, the four-mile long beach is an ideal spot for families look for a quiet spot to enjoy the sunshine.

Café nearby. Dog friendly.

Harlech Beach, Wales

Enjoy the four-mile stretch of golden sand at Harlech Beach with incredible views of the Snowdonia mountain range. If you’re visiting during the summer, keep an eye of for migrating wildlife, with jellyfish and leatherback turtles being frequent visitors! Harlech Beach is ideal for sandy beach visits & dog walkers!

Nearby shops. Dog friendly – please check website.

Fidden Beach, Isle of Mull

Want to feel like your on a tropical island? Although the temperature isn’t as high, the white sandy beaches and crystal clear waters of Fidden Beach will transport you to paradise! The shallow coastline is ideal for children paddling. The beach is also a popular campsite in the summer months.

Remote & tucked away. No refreshments nearby. Dog friendly.

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