The United Kingdom is famous for its sunny beaches. Every year, thousands of tourists choose English resorts over Spain and Greece… Can you sense a catch? Actually, there isn’t one! Because almost all of this is true. There are many places in England where you can have a great time at the seaside and relax with family and friends away from the heat. At the same time, many people are unaware that, apart from the long-established and therefore always crowded Brighton beach, there are other pleasant options for a summer holiday in England…
The county of Cornwall, located in the south-west of Great Britain, is known not only as the birthplace of the main character of British mythology, King Arthur, Celtic culture, fairy tales and legends, but also as a wonderful location for a cultural summer holiday.
Pirate caves, castle ruins and abandoned quarries, Celtic crosses and ancient dolmens — all this can be seen around Cornwall’s numerous sandy beaches, which are sheltered from the waves in cosy bays scattered throughout the county.
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A trip to the beach in this region, steeped in magic and the spirit of old England, can be a great opportunity not only to swim in the sea and bask in the sun on the white sand, but also a reason to explore the ancient culture of the British Isles. Here are a few beaches we recommend visiting:
Sennen Cove — a quiet, mile-long sandy cove located near Lands End, breathtaking in its beauty, with moderate waves creating excellent conditions for surfing. In the Middle Ages, it was believed that mermaids swam into the cove, which on closer inspection turned out to be dolphins. Near the beach is the village of Sennen, which even today retains the authentic atmosphere of an old fishing village.
Crantock Beach is a small beach with golden sands, surrounded by green hills called Rushy Green. The beach is located at the mouth of the Gannil River, and in good weather, you can raft down it by boat directly from the sea.
Pedn Vounder Beach is one of the most beautiful and remote bays in Cornwall, which can be reached either by boat or on foot from the village of Trinh. At high tide, the bay is completely cut off from other nearby beaches. Therefore, due to its seclusion, this place is extremely popular with nudists. However, even if you are fully clothed, there is plenty to see: the Treryn Dinas cliff offers a breathtaking view of the Atlantic Ocean.
Polzeath is a paradise for surfers and other water sports enthusiasts, as well as the favourite beach of one of the most famous British poets of the 20th century, John Betchman.
The county of Devon, also known as Devonshire, borders Cornwall to the west and is also one of the main centres of ancient Celtic culture. In the south of the county, architectural monuments from the Norman Conquest era still remain, while the north of Devon is famous for its charming English villages. It is in Devon that you can eat the most delicious traditional English scones with cream and tea, as well as visit Buckfast Abbey, where monks have been making stained glass and wine for centuries. But Devon’s attractions don’t end there — the Devon coastline attracts hundreds of people from neighbouring counties every year with its beauty, and the English Riviera, so named because of its mild climate, has become a real paradise for those who love to relax by the sea. Devon beaches worth visiting:
Anstey Cove is a quiet, picturesque bay located between the towns of Torquay and Babcock. The beach is surrounded by wooded hills and is home to many rare plants, birds and butterflies, attracting amateur wildlife photographers, while the unique limestone cliffs and ravines have made the cove part of the UNESCO Global Geopark of the English Riviera. There is also a café on the beach where you can rent a kayak and enjoy some cold snacks.
Blackpool Sands — despite its misleading name, this pebble beach with particularly clear water is located near Dartmouth. There is one caveat, however: as this place has won several awards for cleanliness, dogs are not allowed here.
Mothecombe — this small beach is located at the mouth of the River Erm near Plymouth. It is loved by all the locals for its soft sand and shallow, warm water. After swimming, we recommend popping into The School House restaurant to try the local barbecue meat.
Bantham Beach is one of the largest beaches on our list and also one of the best in Devon. This beach is part of the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. And for good reason! It offers panoramic views of Bigbury Bay and the famous Burg Island, which can be reached on foot at low tide. Although it’s best to do this in very short shorts.
Woolacombe Beach — this huge golden sandy beach, located in the middle of the village of the same name, is one of the British people’s favourite beaches and is also popular with surfers, both beginners and professionals.
