21-06-2025
Heading to the seaside? 46 great places to surf, ride, paddleboard and snorkel
When the sun is shining, there's nothing quite like the British seaside. With temperatures set to soar this weekend, why not try a different way to cool off at the beach? From joining a beginner-friendly surf lesson on Wales' stunning Gower Peninsula to galloping along the Irish coast on horseback, or spotting seals in secluded bays, our experts have rounded up the best British beaches to make the most of the coast.
A quiet harbour village lined with pebble-cobbled cottages and a black and white boathouse, Burnham-Overy-Staithe makes a picturesque starting point for a paddle through north Norfolk's tidal creeks. At low tide the silent creek lies empty, however by high tide it stirs to life as dinghies, crabbers and paddleboarders drift out towards Scolt Head Island. Launch from the village car park, as the tide begins to rise, and follow Overy Creek through a maze of salt marshes. These marshes, rich in sea lavender, samphire and sea aster, are among the most ecologically important in the UK.
