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The neighbouring coastal villages in the UK that have hidden beaches and even puffins you can spot from the shore
A HUGE stretch of coast in the UK has some beautiful villages you can walk between - and even some saunas and beachfront cafes along the way.
Berwickshire in Scotland is located just over the Scottish-English border and is a popular holiday destination for staycationers.
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And within the region is short coastal walk that links two seaside villages with beautiful beaches and an abundance of birdlife.
Starting at St Abb's - a small fishing village - visitors can explore a rugged harbour, complete with a tiny cafe perched just above the water.
The family-run Ebbcarrs Cafe serves up fresh local seafood, homemade bakes and local ales - which can all be enjoyed whilst watching the boats bob up and down on the harbour.
After enjoying a refreshing tipple, travellers can head to St Abbs visitor centre to gain amazing views across the harbour - with the waves crashing into nearby rocks.
St Abb's Head is also known for its dramatic cliffs and seabird colonies.
And if you are here at the right time of the year, between spring and summer, you can see the region's puffins - which come ashore to nest.
During the daytime, the puffins can be seen fishing and even burrowing.
The village's beach - Coldingham Bay - differs from the ruggedness of the harbour and is located a short walk away from the centre of the village.
The one-kilometre sandy beach is popular with swimmers and watersports enthusiasts.
And here visitors can also find a cafe set in the sand - called Beach Cafe - which boasts even more incredible views across the bay.
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One recent visitor said: "We hiked across the cliffs, hillside and beaches from Eyemouth and arrived at this absolutely wonderful stopping point."
To the northern end of the beach, there are also a handful of historic beach huts - whilst at the southern end visitors will find a steep, grassy area.
For those who enjoy a longer walk, the Berwickshire Coastal Path crosses the beach and takes walkers to Eyemouth.
Alternatively, you could head in land too and explore the ruins of Coldingham Priory, which was founded in the 11th century by King Edgar I of Scotland.
And to extend your trip, you could stay at Calonia Dene - a unique triangular-shaped holiday lodge park set back from the cliffs, complete with hot tub and sauna facilities.
One recent visitor said: "Me and my girlfriend have attended numerous lodge holiday's in the UK and this one is definitely the best!"
In Eyemouth, there is also a Parkdean holiday park and a leisure centre, that sits just above the beach complete with a sauna for visitors and Parkdean guests to use.
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The stretch between St Abbs and Eyemouth takes around 10 minutes to drive, or is about an hour-and-a-half walk.
Other beaches nestled between the villages include Mildown Bay.
Wedged between the dramatic coastal cliffs, Mildown Bay is next door to the larger Coldingham Bay.
Many visitors admire this spot for its diverse ecosystem with seals and other marine creatures often spotted in the bay.
Further along again, you will reach Linkim Shore - a very shallow and rocky beach that runs level with the coastal path.
Before hikers reach Eyemouth, they will cross Killiedraught Bay - often home to guillemots, kittiwakes, puffins, razorbills, and even dolphins.
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