Last month I had the pleasure of re-visiting Bournemouth, a spot which I visited many times in my youth. Though I enjoyed my time there as a child, today I write this blog as a (theoretically) more mature adult, who is better capable of evaluation and critique. I hope to answer the question without bias…
The main Lido building period was in the 1930s when outdoor swimming became popular, and 169 were built across the UK. In this period, it became as essential for a seaside town to have a lido as it had been to have a pier in the late 1800s. The popularity of open water or wild…
The St Ives boat trip to Seal Island takes you to a small rocky island 6km west of St Ives, and this is the largest island in The Carracks, a group of small rocky inshore islands 200m offshore. It does not take a wildlife expert to understand why the island gets its name as it’s the home…
The nights are lighter, the sun is [often] shining, the birds are chirping, Summer is just about here, and the best festivals have already locked their dates. The UK festival season typically spans from late spring to early autumn, with numerous music, arts, food and cultural festivals taking place throughout the country. While specific dates and lineups…
UK Beach Metal Detecting is a complicated affair regarding where you can and can’t go, and caution must be on the top of your mind when finding a beach location as you legally cannot metal detect on the vast majority of UK land without permission from the owner. You, as the metal detector, have the…
The Channel Islands comprise the islands of Guernsey, Alderney, Jersey, Herm and Sark, with the most popular being Jersey and Guernsey. With a strong French influence, this is the perfect spot to enjoy a taste of the continent but still feel totally at home. The climate is mild, the scenery superb, and for the kids,…
Here we list our ten best British beachcombing beaches, exploring our diverse British coast can be great fun, with each stretch having a different story to tell, from fossils and dinosaur footprints to ancient coins and polished glass. Often the best time is after a period of strong wind and high tides, making the Spring…
It’s easy to get overwhelmed when you think about planning your UK trip to the coast this article will help you. From deciding when to go, where to go, and what to see and do I will take you through each step and hopefully make your planning process smoother and less daunting. There is a…
Beachcombing Britain – The Best Spots To Find Treasures this Spring! Beaches are not just for sun and swimming, there is plenty to be found by the coast during spring as we are blessed with some of the best beachcombing spots. If you are looking for fun things to do, why not unleash the adventurer in you?…
Cycling and travel are a match made in heaven. Each day of a getaway, you can get onto your bike to explore a new destination, improve your cycling skills, and feel a million miles away from your everyday life. If you have never embarked on a cycling trip, you might be unsure how to best…
England already has many excellent coastal footpaths, but there are plans to create a National Trail, the England Coast Path, when complete, will be one of the longest coastal walking routes in the world. It’s being worked on in sections; you can see a map showing progress here. In the meantime, you have some existing footpaths that allow…
Ever wish travel was a bit slower? A little more serene? Fewer tours, more gazing out over the horizon? Heading out on holiday over the open waves is a truly romantic choice for your next holiday, but whether you’ve only just got your sea legs or have battened down many a hatch, it pays to…
