2026 Ireland Blue Flag Beach Awards
Ireland has 85 Blue Flag beaches in 2026. Kerry has the most blue flag beaches, 13, followed by Donegal and ...
2026 England Blue Flag Beach Awards
It’s that time of year when the Blue Flag beaches are announced. In 2026, 61 English beaches received the Blue ...
2026 Wales Blue Flag Beach Awards
2026 has seen 18 Welsh beaches awarded the Blue Flag. Sadly, Tenby North Beach lost its Blue Flag status this ...
A Few days in Southwold
We’ve just returned from a few idyllic days in Southwold — a truly charming seaside town bursting with character. The ...
Beachcombing Britain – The Best Spots To Find Treasures this Spring!
Beachcombing Britain – The Best Spots To Find Treasures this Spring! Beaches are not just for sun and swimming, there ...
What do Blue Flag Awards really Tell Us about a beach?
Blue Flag awards are among the quickest ways to spot beaches that meet high standards for water quality, safety, and ...
Where is the nearest beach to Milton Keynes?
I live just south of Milton Keynes, and love the area, but MK may be great for roundabouts, green spaces, ...
Walking for your fitness and health
Walking for your fitness. We have all done Christmas; some may still be planning their New Year’s resolutions. But if ...
Visiting the UK Coast in Winter: Why It’s Better Than You Think
For years, I treated the coast like a summer-only thing. Blue skies, ice creams, bare feet. Anything outside of that ...
UK Sea Temperature & Swimming
In this article, we discuss the sea temperature around the UK and what it means for those wanting to swim. ...
The Seven Bays of Broadstairs — A Visitor’s Guide to Kent’s Coastal Gems
Broadstairs is a picturesque seaside town in Kent, sitting between Margate in the North and Ramsgate in the South. This ...
Where is the nearest beach to Birmingham?
The nearest beach to Birmingham? There is always a bank holiday or school break approaching or it just looks like ...