UK COAST GUIDE: WHERE WILL YOU EXPLORE?
With miles and miles of UK & Ireland coastline, thousands of islands to explore and seaside towns to choose from, where is it best to go?
Coast Radar is more than just a beach guide, we have done the hard work along with our community, here you’ll find photos, interactive coast maps, weather, tide times, beach water quality and search tools helping to provide you answers or just some helpful ideas.
The one place to find about all things on the coast. From beach to cliff, from headland to harbour wherever you want to go, whatever you want to do. Coast Radar helps you find the right spot. It does not matter if you are planning a staycation or a family day out at the beach, Coast Radar is the guide that has the information to help and inspire you to visit and enjoy our beautiful and diverse UK & Ireland coastline.
WHAT TO SEE & DO?
Look for some inspiration, places to visit or activities to do whilst visiting the coast. From history & heritage to sports and theme parks.
WHAT’S ON?
Find out what’s on, a wide range of coastal events, from food and drink, music, history, literature, walking, theatre, arts and craft, seasonal family fun.
NEAREST BEACH?
Search out the best British beaches from popular seaside resorts with Blue Flags to the hidden coves to escape from the crowds.
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The A-Z of the UK’s Coastal Regions
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