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The Sun
10 hours ago
- The Sun
I visited the seaside town with the UK's best fish and chips – they're worth the price and it was like being in the Med
WITH the sun beating down, there is often nothing better than a leisurely beach stroll with a good portion of fish and chips after. And this weekend, I did just that - but in the seaside town with the best fish and chips in the country. 6 6 6 Pier Point in Torquay, Devon was recently named as the UK's best fish and chip shop by the F ishermen's Mission Awards. The Fishermen's Mission charity fights poverty in UK fishing communities by providing support to fishermen and their families. And all of the fish sold at Pier Point Chippy, including cod, haddock and plaice, is MSC certified - which means it comes from well-managed, sustainable fisheries. The fish and chip shop was even named the best in the UK in The Times' 25 of the UK's best spots for seaside fish and chips. Describing the inside, The Times stated: "At sunset on a good day, streaks of orange fill the floor-to-ceiling windows that surround Pier Point, and you might as well be in California. "The restaurant is adjacent to the marina, with spectacular bay views, and it oozes atmosphere — you're in for a good time whether you settle on a wave-shaped red banquette indoors, at an outdoor table, or opt for takeaway with your bag of goodies on the beach." With my childhood home being close to the spot, I decided to see whether it lived up to the awards. The venue itself is split into two sections: a sit-down restaurant and a takeaway fish and chippy. And both sit right next to Torquay's sparkling water, a sprawling beach and a fascinating harbour – a setting so idyllic it feels like stepping onto a Mediterranean promenade. So instead of sitting at a table, I grabbed my portions and headed for the nearby pier to soak up the sun while enjoying my food. I visited the English Riviera and found delicious seafood festivals and hidden beaches Admittedly, Pier Point is on the pricier side. For three servings - a regular portion of haddock and chips, a regular portion of light cod and chips, and a regular portion of salt and pepper squid and chips plus a pot of curry sauce - it came to £38. After paying and walking to the pier, my expectations were already high. Despite the slightly steeper price, the portions were decent and we hadn't waited longer than five minutes for it all to be cooked up. Opening up the boxes, the aroma of hot, vinegary chips and crisp batter filled the air. The haddock itself was large and the batter was crisp and buttery. The cod similarly was a good size and cooked perfectly. The squid - which comes with a sauce of your choosing - was cooked just right, making it not too chewy. And if my dog could talk, I think he would agree the chips were super tasty - not too greasy and never feeling like 'just potato'. 6 The fish also came with a slice of lemon each - a nice touch to add if you want it. So, was it worthy of the award? I'd say so. And the area surrounding the chippy makes it even better. If you choose to grab a portion from Pier Point, head onto the pier for a walk after to see beautiful views across the bay. Or head to the harbour to see some of the most glamourous boats and yachts around. Alternatively, if you head in the other direction, there is Abbey Sands - a large expansive beach with shallow waters and popular with families. 6 Torquay is dubbed the 'English Riviera' for a reason and as you wander around you will see many towering palm trees and vibrant flowers. During the summer months, there is also a giant Ferris wheel which boasts panoramic views of the coastline. Agatha Christie is also famous to Torquay as she spent much of her life there. Many of her novels are either set in or inspired by the seaside town and visitors can explore the Agatha Christie Mile - a walking trail featuring places Agatha visited and featured in her work. The Sun's head of travel Lisa Minot visited the English Riviera THE Sun's head of travel Lisa Minot visited the English Riviera and found delicious seafood festivals and hidden beaches - here's what she thought. We found ourselves on the seafront having built up quite the appetite. At the Offshore Bar & Restaurant on the harbourside we wolf down a seafood platter. Plump prawns and steaming mussels are accompanied by fresh crab, hot smoked salmon and a delicate pan-fried sea bass. The platter was created as part of the annual England's Seafood Feast — held this year from September 26 to October 12. The event celebrates the best of the English Riviera's fish and seafood, with everything from tours of Brixham Fish Market to barbecues and kayak cookouts. There are special offers at more than 30 restaurants across Brixham, Paignton, Torquay and the surrounding countryside. At night, we take the fishy feast up another level with a £55 five-course tasting menu featuring bass, brill and more at Circa, the intimate restaurant at the Sandridge Barton vineyard in the Dart Valley. A chance to explore the coastline on a thrilling, high-speed RIB (rigid inflatable boat) brought a completely different perspective of the sea. The best B&B in England can also be found in Torquay. Plus, the UK seaside town with the best B&B in the world. 6
Daily Mail
16 hours ago
- Daily Mail
Fancy a party in paradise? Two tickets for Centreforce's Tenerife Weekender 2025 are up for grabs - here's what you need to know!
With its sandy beaches, year-round sunshine and stunning coastal scenery, Tenerife is an island paradise. But it's not all snorkelling and sun loungers! The largest of Spain's Canary Islands also boasts a huge party scene that pulls in music lovers from all over Europe. And if you love a party, there's one event you won't want to miss... Now returning for its fourth year, Centreforce's Tenerife Weekender offers the ultimate mix of sun, music, and unforgettable moments. The 2025 edition runs from Friday, October 3 to Monday, October 6, taking in popular venues from previous years alongside some exciting new additions! While tickets are already sold out, you could still grab your chance to go, thanks to Nordic Spirit in celebration of Centreforce Radio's birthday. The incredible prize? Two tickets to Centreforce's Tenerife Weekender 2025, plus vouchers for flights and accommodation. Here's the extraordinary experience awaiting you and one friend if you win! A party in paradise Centreforce's Tenerife Weekender 2025 kicks off in style with Party In The Castle II. You read that right: it's a spectacular party, held in a castle! The iconic Castillo San Miguel was a big favourite last year, so it's return this year is set to thrill party goers. Centreforce's Tenerife Weekender 2025 hour by hour Friday: 6pm - 2am: Castillo San Miguel Saturday: 12pm - 10pm: OA Beach Club, followed by Joyce Afterparty from 8pm - 4am. Sunday: 11am - 8pm: Roca Blanca Beach Club, followed by ReJoyce from 8pm - 3am. Monday: 11am - 8pm: Fiji Beach, followed by Joyce from 8pm - 3am. The festivities begin at 6pm and will continue until 2am, with epic tunes and a truly legendary venue promising an occasion unlike any other. Don't worry, there'll be time for a lie in on Saturday morning... But try not to sleep in too long, because by midday you'll be heading over to the OA Beach Club - a super trendy spot on Playa de Las Americas. Known for its spectacular views over the Atlantic Ocean, it's the perfect place to soak up the atmosphere as you gear up for a second memorable night. Playa de Las Americas is known as Tenerife's party capital, and boasts a stellar selection of lively bars and nightclubs. Among the finest is Joyce, which will be hosting a Saturday night afterparty from 8pm - 4am. Come Sunday the party will head to the fabulous Roca Blanca Beach Club. With its astonishing ocean views, it's the ideal spot to enjoy one of Tenerife's epic sunsets. But don't expect the music to stop when the sun goes down! Afterwards, they'll be an afterparty at ReJoyce, where you can dance under the stars in its open-top bar. And who said Monday had to be the worst day of the week? Centreforce's Tenerife Weekender 2025 comes to a close with an all-day session at the classy Fiji Beach Club, with big tunes from 11am till sunset followed by an afterparty back at Joyce. Win a trip to Centreforce's Tenerife Weekender 2025 - courtesy of Nordic Spirit! Your chance to win two tickets to Centreforce's Tenerife Weekender 2025, plus accommodation and flights, comes courtesy of Nordic Spirit nicotine pouches. The perfect companion for existing adult nicotine users, Nordic Spirit is a smoke-free alternative you can enjoy anytime, anywhere. Producing no vapour or smoke, these convenient nicotine pouches can be experienced indoors, outdoors and on the go – even on planes and in clubs this summer. Nicotine pouches are used in a similar way to traditional snus – the key difference is that snus contains tobacco, while Nordic Spirit nicotine pouches are 100% tobacco-free. Entering is quick and easy. Simply like the post, follow @nordicspirit_uk on Instagram, and tag a friend you want to bring along! Made with a blend of high-quality ingredients including nicotine extract, flavourings and plant-based fibres, there's a flavour fit for every moment. They're discreet to use: simply place the soft pouch between your gum and upper or lower lip and experience all the flavour without the vapour. In each can of pocket-friendly Nordic Spirit you'll find 20 pouches, which each last for up to 30 minutes. The container itself is made of polypropylene (PP) and is widely recycled in household recycling. For more information on Nordic Spirit, visit or claim your free sample here. Only available to ages 18+, and for existing adult nicotine users only. Prize draw is open to existing tobacco or nicotine users aged 18+ and UK residents only. No purchase necessary to enter. One winner will be chosen at random to win 1x£500 flight voucher, 1x£800 hotel voucher, and 1x2 tickets for them and 1 friend to Centreforce's Tenerife Weekender 2025 at Castillo San Miguel, OA Beach Club, ReJoyce, and Fiji Beach, on the 03.10.2025, 04.10.2025, 05.10.2025 and 06.10.2025*. *Prize will be deducted proportionately if fewer guests within the party attend, e.g. 1 guest = 1x ticket. Prize draw closes at 11.59pm on 04.08.2025. Winners will be contacted by DM 11:00am on 05.08.2025.
The Sun
2 days ago
- The Sun
Historic UK landmark is transformed into a BEACH with splash pools, live DJs & 70m rides – and it's completely free
A HUGE city centre beach has reopened just in time for the school summer holidays. With the majority of UK schools closed for summer this week, parents will be desperately on the hunt for budget friendly ways to keep the kids entertained. 5 5 5 Heading to the beach on a sunny day is one of the best parts of summer, but what if you live hours away from the sea? Nottingham is one of the most landlocked places in the UK, with a drive to the popular seaside destination Skegness taking around two hours. Nottingham Beach So to ensure its residents can still enjoy the sand and sea, without trekking for hours, every year the enormous market square is turned into an artificial beach. Located in the heart of the city, piles of sand are dumped on the historic landmark, Old Market Square, to create a unique beach location, for kids to build sandcastles in. There's also a paddling pool for tots to splash around in, and plenty of deck chairs for parents to enjoy. The giant beach is completely free to enter, with punters then able to pay for a selection of family-friendly fairground rides, such as Star Flyer and Bungee Trampolines. Visitors can also transport themselves to the Islands of Greece by visiting the Santorini bar, which serves fruity cocktails and ice cold beer. The bar is open from 10am- 11pm Monday to Saturday and 10am to 10pm on Sunday, and features regular live music performances and DJ sets. Every Monday, the beach bar hosts outdoor movie nights, with salsa classes taking part on Tuesdays, and volleyball tournaments every Wednesday. If you're feeling hungry during your trip to the 'beach', there's also countless food stalls, selling everything from Nutella crepes to Gyros. You have eyes of a hawk if you can find the hidden beach ball on this busy summer scene in less than three seconds_1 The summer attraction opened on Wednesday, July 16, and runs for six weeks, until Sunday August 31. Organised by the Mellors Group, director James Mellors Jr said of the beach: "We have always been conscious of the cost of the beach. "We want to keep it as a free-to-enter event. There's many people that can't afford to go to the coast. "We own Fantasy Island and Skegness Pier which are two hours away but we still speak to many people in Nottingham who can't make it out that far so the beach itself is free, the paddling pool is free. Full list of kids eat free offers THERE are plenty of chains to choose from offering kids eat free programmes during school holidays. Choose from any of the following... Angus Steakhouse – Kids under 8 and under eat free from the children's menu when an adult orders a meal; available daily from 12pm–5pm. Ask Italian - During school holidays, kids eat for £1 when an adult buys a main. You'll need to get a code for the promotion by filling in a short form on the chain's website. Asda Cafés – Kids' meals for £1 all day, every day across 205 stores nationwide. There's no minimum spend needed. Bar + Block – Up to two children under 16 eat breakfast free with each adult buying one all-you-can-eat buffet breakfast for £10.99. Beefeater – Two kids under 16 can eat free with every adult breakfast bought for £10.99. Bellia Italia - Kids eat free every Thursday and for £1 until 6pm, from Sunday to Wednesday when an adult meal is bought. Bill's – Up to two kids eat free from Monday to Friday, when one adult orders any main dish breakfast, lunch or dinner. Brewdog - One free kids meal for under 13s, when purchasing an adults main meal over summer holidays. Brewers Fayre - Two kids under 16 eat free with every adult breakfast for £10.99. Dobbies Garden Centres – Kids eat for £1 with the purchase of an adult main course,available every day. Chiquito - One kid eats free with every adult main purchased overthe school holidays. Côte Brasserie - Children aged 12 and under can tuck into two complimentary courses when parents spend a minimum of £20 over the school holidays. Farmhouse Inns – Two kids eat free with one paying adult. Franco Manca - One kid 12 and under get a complimentary individual kids pizza for every full-priced adult main meal from Monday to Thursday during the holidays. Frankie & Benny's - Kids can eat for free every day when any adult meal is purchased. IKEA – Kids meals start at 95p for pasta and tomato sauce available daily from 11am in restaurants. Las Iguanas – Kids under 12 eat free with the My Las Iguanas App during the holidays. Morrisons Cafés – One free kids' meal with any adult meal over £4.50. The offer is available daily. Pausa Cafés at Dunelm – Kids eat free with every £4 spent in the café all day, everyday. Premier Inn – Up to two kids eat free breakfast with an adult breakfast, £10.99. PIzza Express - Kids get a free meal Monday to Friday when an adult meal is purchased during school holidays. Sizzling Pubs – Kids eat for £1 with the purchase of an adult main meal, Monday to Friday between 3–7pm. Tesco - Kids eat free, worth £4, when you purchase anything from the menu including fruit for 65p if you're a Clubcard holder TGI Fridays – Kids eat free with any adult main meal for Stripes loyalty members, available all day, every day. The Real Greek – Kids under 12 eat free with every £15 adult spend on Sundays only. Yo! Sushi - Kids eat free all day with a full-paying adult during local school holidays. Whitbread Inns - Two kids under 16 eat breakfast free with every adult full breakfast, £20.99. "The main thing is people can come down here and have a free day out and enjoy the vibe and the atmosphere and if they want to get a drink or have a ride then they can but we're trying to keep prices at a sensible level because we're here for six weeks until the end of August. "We want people to come back time after time and the next time they come we don't want mums and dads to say, 'no, you're not going on there because it's too expensive'." And Nottingham isn't the only city to have it's own artificial beach. Manchester's city beach Situated outside the Great Hall at Manchester 's iconic Trafford Centre, a huge family friendly beach and funfair is open from July 19 to August 31, and has countless activities to keep little ones occupied for hours. Access to the fun-packed site costs £3.50 on the door or £3 (plus a 30p booking fee) online. You can also try out zorbing in the splash zone and kids can get stuck in to a wide range of free crafts in the Summer Activity Zone. If that's not enough to keep the family entertained, you can also purchase ride tokens for £1 each, with each ride typically costing between three and five tokens. 5 5
