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Beaches in the South East of England
Relax on one of the picturesque beaches in the South East of England.
South East
Renowned for its bracing and equable climate since Victorian times, Bexhill is a town visitors return to year after year.
Long hours of sunshine and award-winning beaches make Bognor Regis one of England's most popular resorts
England’s favourite seaside city, Brighton is historic, elegant and offbeat and the perfect place for a break.
Broadstairs was a holiday home for Charles Dickens and continues to court its guests with its beautiful bays.
Separated by the River Medina and linked by a chain ferry, the Isle of Wight is steeped in maritime heritage.
Known as the gateway to England, Dover welcomes millions of visitors from all over the globe every year.
A traditional seaside resort boasting five miles of unspoilt beaches and palm tree-lined promenades.
Folkestone and its neighbouring coastal towns offer a unique combination of coast and country.
Gosport, on the western side of Portsmouth harbour, offers unique, fascinating museums, attractions and bistros.
The coastal town of Hastings & St Leonards' status as the birthplace of television combined with a growing reputation for culture and innovation point to a future as illustrious as its past.
A perfect location to explore the best the south coast has to offer - beautiful, peaceful beaches.
West of Brighton is Hove, where the seafront takes on a leisurely feel, with its beach huts and seafront lawns.
For family fun, Littlehampton is hard to beat - award-winning beaches and a stunning new riverside development.
Margate is a timeless seaside resort where traditional seaside fun and entertainment is hard to beat.
Originally a Saxon Settlement, the town of Newhaven is now a thriving harbour town.
Enjoy the new look Portsmouth; centuries of maritime heritage, the resort of Southsea, and the Spinnaker Tower.
Ramsgate’s rich maritime history underpins its 21st-century appeal.
Situated on the Isle of Wight, Ryde has fine Georgian and Victorian buildings, a marina and lively pubs and restaurants.
Rye is the medieval gem of the cinque ports. Steeped in history it has a variety of attractions suitable for all.
Sandown is a firm favourite with families seeking a traditional seaside holiday.
Betwixt the beautiful South Downs and the English Channel lies the bustling town of Seaford.
Shanklin is a resort of great charm whose popular seaside attractions include a sandy beach.
A Victorian town with a Mediterranean feel, Ventnor is one of the sunniest spots on the Isle of Wight.
A spectacular coastline that includes rugged white cliffs, the famous Needles rocks and cliffs of Alum Bay.
Once a thriving port within the Cinque Ports confederation, now a picturesque Sussex village.
As the largest town in West Sussex, Worthing is a thriving shopping, dining, and entertainment centre.
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