From charming seaside towns to impossibly picturesque coves, these beaches in the U.K. offer a picture-perfect getaway.
Well, this is it.
If you miss out on this unique wonder, scour the dunes for fossils there are loads of them.
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One thing to note: As Scarista Beach is way out in theScottish Hebrides, it’s incredibly remote.
Tip: Bring your camera.
(Cue the iconic John Williams theme.)
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It’s wild, windy, and busy come summertime, but that’s part of its charm.
The water is freezing, so be prepared for a cold swim.
Dubbed the “beach of romance,” this three-mile stretch on Llanddwyn Island has an interesting backstory.
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Cornwall has some of thebest beaches in Europe.
Scale the cliffs, and you’ll also find the famous open-air Minack Theatre.
Fun fact: Folklore says Thumbelina and crew hang out in the nearby Pennard Castle.
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While stone beaches are not for everyone, the town is worth exploring, especially come lunch or dinner.
The Lobster Shack offers a mean, well, lobster served with chips.
Note that dog-watching is nonnegotiable.
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