We have selected what we’d consider the best beach-combing beaches around the UK. These beaches were selected using criteria for:
- Beach cleanliness and provision of litter bins
- Disabled, pram and pushchair access where reasonable
- Safe pedestrian access to the beach
- Safe and well maintained transport access points
- Provision of well maintained toilets, including disabled toilets
- Number of signed car parks
- Enforcement of Dog Ban/Control Order
- Use of beach zoning to meet differing needs of beach users
- Full risk assessment & provision of public rescue equipment in peak season
- Use of beach zoning to meet differing needs of beach users
- Information points located at main beach access points
Our Top 10
1. Runswick Bay, North Yorkshire
This wide, sandy bay was once a thriving fishing port, but in more recent times has become a popular tourist attraction. With its brightly painted cottages and impressive cliffs the beauty of this alluring bay is often recreated by inspired artists. At low tide exposed rocks are a fossil seekers’ paradise and the flat sands offer the perfect location for a leisurely stroll. The nearby picturesque village is a maze of narrow alleyways and cobbled streets. With its own sailing club and a number of pleasure and fishing boats Runswick Bay is a gem that must be visited.
This beach is a great place to enjoy nature and wildlife. It is a rural beach located close to other places of interest such as historical buildings.
Holiday cottages in North Yorkshire Coast
2. Newgale Beach, Pembrokeshire
Newgale Sands is famous for its two-mile stretch of gloriously golden sand. With its ‘large surf’, it is considered by many one of the best places to take to the board. Bathers should take note of the flags, especially in high tide. The beach is backed by a natural ridge of pebbles which act as a flood defense at high tide. With easy access for wheelchairs and pushchairs, plus excellent facilities, seaside activities and walks, this really is a beach with something for everyone.
Holiday cottages in Pembrokeshire and the South
3. Westward Ho! Beach, Devon
More than two miles of golden sand backed by a unique pebble ridge linking to Northam Burrows Country Park, which is part of the UK’s only United Nations Biosphere Reserve. Access is fairly easy down a concrete ramp from the town of Westward Ho!, named after the famous novel by Charles Kingsley. Perfect for water sports and bathing the beach is adjacent to the South West Coast Path and is well located for visits to many other nearby attractions including the picturesque fishing village of Clovelly.
This beach offers great facilities to enjoy water sports and swimming related activities such as surfing and body boarding.
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