Summer at the seaside
One of the best things about living on an island is never being too far from the coast. Wherever you live in England, a day trip or long weekend is only a few hours away. In this section we recommend some interesting places to stay, events taking place this summer, as well as quality family attractions to visit - and if it's simply the sun, sea and sand you're after, a comprehensive guide to England's beaches.
From cool boutique hotels and renovated Victorian townhouses to award-winning family hotels, wherever you head to on the English coast this summer there are some superb places to stay.
Find a place to stay
Relax in a beach-side cafe with an ice cold beer and watch the sun go down over the bay, sample fresh oysters at an oyster counter, or choose from a mouth-watering seafood menu, complimented by spectacular sea views.
Recommendations for seaside restaurants and cafes
Inbetween collecting shells and exploring rock pools this summer, check out some of the superb seaside events taking place around England - from music festivals and air shows to kite displays and sandcastle competitions!
Culture at the coast
From the picturesque World Heritage Site of the Jurassic Coast through to traditional Victorian resort towns, England's coastline offers something for every taste. Lazy days in the sun, vibrant beach parties, fun packed family holidays... just follow the link below and find the perfect beach for you!
More about England's beaches...
A number of England's coastlines offer spectacular walking and cycling with some really awe-inspiring sea views!
Explore England's coastline
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