9 Underestimated UK Beaches You Need To Visit Right Now

Posted on 13/09/2016

Not all of us can afford moving house to an exotic location with dreamy beaches and constant sunshine. There is no need to travel far and wide to find gorgeous sights and beautiful shorelines. We are not talking about the ever crowded Brighton and Eastbourne. You can have a fancy day at the seaside without the numerous holiday makers clogging the beach or the pricey ice-cream. While the UK weather doesn’t allow year-round bathing, you can still enjoy the gorgeous sunny summer days and take a trip to one of these untouched and crowd-free locations. From pebbles and sand to cliffs and dunes, these secluded and off-the-beaten-track destinations will mesmerize you with their natural beauty and will make relocation plans.

Porthcurno, Cornwall

Situated beneath the clifftop of the Minack Theatre, this soft sand beach is without a doubt one of the country’s finest bays. Portchurno is easily accessible and much preferred by families. In the summertime you can explore the ancient cliff fort of Treryn Dinas or you can watch the plays and performances in the open-air cinema with the sea as a background. Perspective house movers my consider relocating to the nearby Penzance.

Dunraven Bay, Southerndown, Wales

Although it is officially called Dunraven Bay, the place is often referred by the locals as Southrendown beach. The half-pebble, half-sand beach, dramatic cliffs and magnificent scenery are ideal for long walks. If you feel adventurous, you can even jaunt over the rocks near the cove at low tide. The area attracts surf enthusiasts because of the eastern Atlantic winds. Fans of the iconic TV series Doctor Who may also recognize the beach as the place where the Doctor and Rose said their last goodbye.

Wells-Next-the-Sea, Norfolk

With its picturesque harbour, surrounded by pine woodland and small fishing boats, Wells-Next-the-Sea is a must-visit seaside destination. The pastel-coloured beach huts give the place a unique tinge, while the flat sands and lovely seaside offer a lot of opportunities for water sports. It will definitely make you think of packing your belongings and moving house to this stunning place!

St Brelade’s Bay, Jersey

St Brelade’s Bay is a typical Jersey beach and is one of the island’s busiest locations. The south-facing bay offers full sun during most of the day and is a favourite spot of many visitors because of its soft sand and various beach activities.

Sandwood Bay Beach, Sutherland, Scotland

Sandwood Bay is arguably Scotland’s best beach. With its wild and spectacular sights and long stretch of pink sand surrounded by the glorious cliffs, the seaside is considered one of the most unspoilt beaches in Britain. The reason is probably that there is no road access, except for a fairly flat path that starts from the gravel park in Blaimore.

Runswick Bay, Yorkshire

Located nine miles away from Whitby, Runswick Bay is well-hidden behind an unassuming hill. Once you are there, you will be surprised by the sweet village, wooden huts, rock pools and staircases carved into the cliffs. We will not blame you if the idea of relocation pops up into your mind. The place will make everyone wants to move there.

Lulworth Cove, Dorset

If you are looking for splendid views and peculiar geological features, then you should stop by Lulworth Cone, part of the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site. The unique shape of the place, caused by wave diffraction turns the area into a place wrapped straight out of the pages of a classical novel.

Durdle Door, Dorset

Durdle Door is another Jurassic Coast’s location, close to Lulworth. The natural limestone arch was created after the sea washed away the softer rock and is one of the most photographed landmarks in the UK.

Whiterocks Beach, Northern Ireland

The soft limestone cliffs of Whiterocks Beach resemble a labyrinth of caves and arches. It is a great place for a cliff walk or a chill day at the beach. The seaside is particularly popular among the water sports enthusiasts, especially surfers and body boarders.

Thinking of moving house near the beach? You should definitely give these 9 locations a try.