Here are some exquisite locations that one can visit to:

 

Lizard Point and Kynance Cove, Cornwall, south-west England

 

When you think of Cornwall, you think of beaches and the Cornish coast is both dramatic and historic. Lizard Point, the most southerly part of the British mainland, is a great place to admire some spectacular views, while Kynance Cove is a hidden gem. It is a must for all sun-lovers and sea-paddlers where you can experience incredible scenery, white sand and clear turquoise waters. At low tide you can descend the steps down to the sand and picnic on the shore. Facilities on the beach include the renowned green toilets and a café which serves food between Easter and November. The Lizard's other top beaches include: Poldhu Cove, Gunwalloe Cove and Mullion Cove.

 

Getting there: Cornwall is around a five-and-a-half hour drive from London.

 

Studland Beach, Dorset, south England

 

Studland's scenic four mile stretch of golden sand has something for everyone to enjoy. Why not spend the day sailing in one of the boats available to hire. This safe and friendly beach is perfect for picnics and for building sandcastles, and the heathland that lies behind it has a treasure trove of wildlife for kids to explore. With gently shelving bathing waters and views of Old Harry Rocks and the Isle of Wight, the beach is an ideal place for water sports and to watch the world go by. If you fancy making a day of it why not hire a National Trust beach hut.

 

Getting there: Dorset is just under three hours' drive from London.

 

Woolacombe beach, Devon, south-west England

 

This beautiful three-mile stretch of coastline has plenty of things to see and do. Rolling hills provide a great backdrop to a beach where many come to swim and surf. In the summer holidays you'll find National Trust beach rangers on hand to show little ones how to go on rock pool safaris and build the best sandcastles for miles around. Baggy Point and Morte Point - also known as the ‘stegosaurus back' - are both perfect for rock scrambling. If it's a walk that you prefer, the South West Coastal Path will take you on a journey around the enticing coves and distinctive slate cliffs that the area is so well known for.

 

Getting there: Devon is around a four-hour drive from London.

 

Dunwich Heath and Beach, Suffolk, east England

 

Tucked away on the Suffolk coast, the peaceful, colourful heath-land of the Dunwich Heath Nature Reserve, with its shingle and sand beach, is rich with wildlife and ideal for birdwatchers, nature lovers, walkers, and families. Head to the shingle beach for a walk along the shoreline where you can witness the constantly changing coastline. Late summer sees a patchwork of purple and yellow heather come into full bloom and the beach is rich in wildlife with Dartford warblers, nightjars, and woodlark. There are plenty of activities to get involved with as well, especially for families wanting to keep the kids entertained, including geocache trails, scavenger hunts and flying kites in the summer sunshine.

 

Getting there: Suffolk is just under three hours' drive from London.

 

Brancaster and Blakeney, Norfolk, east England

 

With four miles of golden sand, Brancaster beach is the perfect place for a family day out. Famous for its mussels, the fishing village of Brancaster Staithe lies on the shores of the beautiful north Norfolk coast. The Staithe offers a great place to start exploring the coast, and you can launch a boat and sail in the sheltered waters of Scolt Head Island. If you continue a little further along the coast you can enjoy miles of golden sand for long or short walks, find great places for building sandcastles and designated areas for power kiting sports. There are so many things to see and explore at Blakeney; crabbing is a must for all ages or you can take time out and relax with a view at Blakeney Point. The area is home to a colony of common and grey seals that can be seen most of the year from any of the seal boat trips that leave from Morston Quay.

 

Getting there: Norfolk is around a three-hour drive from London.

 

Birling Gap, East Sussex, south England

 

Birling Gap is part of the world-famous Seven Sisters chalk cliffs, one of the longest stretches of undeveloped coastline on the south coast. Spectacular, unspoilt views of the sea can be seen for miles and the beach below is ideal for seaside picnics and exploring the craggy rocks. The whole family can hunt for fossils on the beach and this is a great time of year to uncover hidden treasures. With a south-west-facing beach, Birling Gap is also one of the best spots to surf in south-east England.

 

Getting there: East Sussex is approximately two hours by car from London.

 

Isle of Wight, Hampshire, south England

 

Just a 30-minute ferry ride away from the ports of Southampton or Portsmouth on mainland England, families will find plenty of adventures in the great outdoors. Compton Bay offers a firm sandy beach - perfect for sandcastle building, and the tide doesn't go out too far so it's also great for swimming, plus there are excellent views towards the Needles and Dorset beyond. The bay is one of the best places to follow in the footsteps of dinosaurs. Look carefully and you can find many dinosaur footcasts on the sandy beach. Nodes Point near St Helens Duver is an excellent place for exploring the hidden wildlife in rock pools and if you look carefully see what you can discover in the pools once the tide's gone out.

 

Getting there: Travel to by ferry from Portsmouth or Southampton, both a 90-minute train ride from London.

 

Stackpole, Pembrokeshire, west Wales

 

Stackpole has two great beaches, Barafundle and Broadhaven South. Barafundle is regularly voted among the top beaches in the world and is a great place to go rock pooling, paddling and building sandcastles. This golden horseshoe backed by gorse-flecked dunes and woodland is accessible only via steep steps in the limestone cliffs on either side and is a great place for a swim. Freshwater West, six miles west of the estate, is an ideal surf beach and Stackpole Quay is the place to launch your kayak or to try some coasteering along the rocky coastline.

 

Getting there: Pembrokeshire is approximately a two-hour drive of the Welsh capital, Cardiff.

 

Rhossili and South Gower Coast, Swansea, south Wales

 

Here are some of the most splendid views on the Welsh coast; if you stand at Rhossili Down, you can see not only the peninsula, but the coast of west Wales and the north Devon coast visible on the horizon. Stretch your legs with a walk along the cliff top to the Old Coastguard Lookout where they would have kept watch for ships in trouble on the high seas. This site is perfect for all kinds of activities, from walks and swimming to surfing and kite-flying.

 

Getting there: The Gower coast is approximately a 90-minute drive from Cardiff.

 

Murlough National Nature Reserve, County Down, Northern Ireland

 

The view from Murlough Beach is one of an impressive shingle beach and four miles of magnificent strand set against the backdrop of the Mourne Mountains. For families with young children there's a network of paths and boardwalks through the dunes, woodland and heath from where you will see lots of butterflies and wild flowers, and kids can now grab an activity tracker pack. Hunt for treasure on the beach, find your way with a map and compass, or go bird watching. If you look across the beach to Ballykinler at low tide you are almost guaranteed a view of common and grey seals during the summer months.

 

Getting there: County Down is less than an hour's drive from the Northern Ireland capital Belfast.

 

Ravenscar, Yorkshire, north England

 

Ravenscar can be found high on the cliffs of the North Yorkshire coast between Scarborough and Whitby. Sitting looking out over Robin Hoods Bay can also bring the sight of porpoise and dolphin pods hunting fish close to the shore line and many sea birds will be spotted over the water. Go on a really long bike ride with coastal views, get back in touch with nature and discover some unexpected hidden history too. The Yorkshire Coast is famous for its fossils. It's not too hard to find fossil remains on Ravenscar beach and all the way along the coast.

 

Getting there: North Yorkshire is around a five-hour drive from London or three hours from Manchester.

 

Embleton and Newton Links, Northumberland Coast, north-east England

 

Embleton Bay is a beautiful stretch of sand and dunes between Low Newton and the majestic ruins of Dunstanburgh Castle. The 14th-century ruins dominate the horizon, and this fine sandy beach is popular for paddling, building sandcastles and has some great surf conditions as well. Low Newton by the sea has a natural rock harbour and golden beach sheltered from the tides by an offshore reef - it's an excellent place for marine wildlife and spotting birds.

 

Getting there: Northumberland is around three-and-a-half hours' drive from Manchester or less than an hour from Newcastle.

 

Formby, Liverpool, north-west England

 

The sweeping sands of Formby beach means there's plenty of space for family picnics, coastal walks, wave jumping, kite flying or just lazy days at the beach. A closer look reveals thickets of pine woodland that are home to red squirrels. Check out the signage to find out about the surprising history of the beach from prehistoric footprints to asparagus farming.