Bamburgh was identified as the preferred coastal destination in the UK. For the third year in a row, the small community on the Northumberland coast came in first. Visitors were asked to rank locations based on the standard of the beaches, the selection of food and beverages, the attractions, and the overall value.
Which? claims that the findings demonstrate that “visitors seldom enjoy traveling to the most well-known destinations the most.” Bamburgh had an overall rating of 88% and five stars for its landscape, beach quality, and quietness.
Over 3,000 people were polled by the consumer champion on how they felt about visiting beach communities in the previous year. The more well-known seaside resort of Dartmouth came in second. The “fantastic beach” and the abundance of tourist attractions in the little town of County Derry received praise.
The Top 10 Seaside Towns
Explore the strange and wonderful joys of the seaside towns in the UK, from Worthing to Whitstable, by going to the coast. Because the UK is an island, there is an abundance of shorelines to explore, which is one of its most alluring features.
Each length of coastline demands to be explored and makes for a fun heatwave hideaway, whether you’re a sun seeker, a fossil finder, an avid hiker, or a seafood enthusiast. Beaches aren’t everything, either.
The UK has some of the most stunning beaches in the world, but many places also have charming seaside towns and lively coastal communities. Looking to satisfy your summertime ice cream need in a seaside resort in the UK? Discover the most stunning seaside towns by scrolling down!
1. Bamburgh, Northumberland, England
According to Which?, Bamburgh is “a location steeped in history” with a “stunning sandy shoreline” that is overseen by the remains of its old castle. One respondent complimented the “super-soft sand” and the “plenty of space” available. The town in Northumberland was given five stars for both value and lodging.
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2. Dartmouth, Devon, England
According to the poll, Dartmouth‘s “atmosphere and vibrance” were commendable. The town, which is possibly the most well-known among the top 10, was only denied first place by its ratings for value for money and peace and quiet while receiving respectable three stars for both.
3. Portstewart, Derry, Northern Ireland
Which? highlights the “broad sandy beaches” and “attractive harbor and promenade” of Portstewart as well as the town’s many tourist attractions, which include a “championship golf course.” A “fantastic beach” and an astonishing variety of eateries “selling home-style baking” are also mentioned in the study.
4. Portmeirion, Gwynedd, Wales
This “flight-free slice of Italy” in north Wales was praised for its “quirky appeal,” vibrant architecture, and travelers’ “magical” encounters. The town, which was designed and built over the course of 50 years, from 1925 to 1975, received four stars for its scenery and five stars for its seafront and tourist attractions.
5. St Andrews, Fife, Scotland
St Andrews is the most popular Scottish coastal resort in the UK, receiving five stars for its beaches, shops, restaurants, and attractions for tourists. The region is most renowned for its university and for being the birthplace of golf, and it also offers many top-notch golf courses to go along with its undeniably fantastic beaches.
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6. Tynemouth, Tyne and Wear, England
The popular northern coastal resort of Tynemouth is only eight miles from Newcastle. The priory and castle on the property helped the scenery and tourism attractions earn four stars. Seafront, cost, and Food and Drink all received the same grade, however, peace and Quiet only received three stars.
7. Southwold, Suffolk, England
Southwold, which is a part of the Suffolk Heritage Coast, boasts a 623-foot pier to complement its vibrant promenade. It should come as no surprise that the town received five and four stars, respectively, for its coastline and scenery. Except for value for money, which received a rating of three stars, almost everything else received a four-star rating.
8. Aldeburgh, Suffolk, England
Aldeburgh, another Suffolk entry, is only 30 minutes south of Southwold. It was the only town in the top 10 besides Bamburgh to receive five stars for peace and quiet, and it is also the home of Benjamin Britten. Additionally, it received four out of five stars for its beaches, seafront, and scenery, and five stars for the food and drink options.
9. St David’s, Pembrokeshire, Wales
At the desire of the late Queen Elizabeth II, the smallest city in the UK was given city status again in 1994. Wales’s patron saint, St. David, is buried in St. David’s, which is also home to a purple sandstone cathedral and a number of picturesque beaches, including Whitesands and Caerfai. These elements undoubtedly had a role in the city earning four stars for beaches, landscapes, and attractions.
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10. Tobermory, Isle of Mull, Scotland
Tobermory, the capital city of the Isle of Mull, was founded in 1788 as a fishing harbor. Although the town’s most recent claim to fame is serving as the location for the CBeebies series Balamory, legend has it that a ship from the Spanish Armada sank in the harbor in 1588. Unsurprisingly, the town’s scenery received a four-star rating from respondents, earning it the top score.