Best beaches in the UK in 2022

Who said that the most beautiful beaches in the world are all located in exotic destinations? Europe also has superb beaches, especially in Italy, Spain, France, but also, and this is less known, in the United Kingdom.

Best Beaches in the UK 2022

Are you not convinced ? Instead, take a look at our top  best beaches in the UK and you'll soon change your mind!

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Woolacombe Beach, Devon (England)

3 km long and often windy, Woolacombe beach is very popular with families who come equipped with kites, but also with surfers. It has also received several awards, including that of the best beach in the “Coast Magazine Awards 2012” ranking and occupies 4th place in the ranking of the best European beaches by TripAdvisor.

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Treyarnon Bay, Cornwall (England)

Surrounded by green rocks and dunes, this fine sandy beach is popular with families but also makes a great surfing spot when the tide comes in.

Porthcurno, Cornwall (England)

Located in the county of Cornwall, this pretty white sand beach is nestled in a superb natural setting but it is rather reserved for experienced swimmers because of its currents and its depth which can surprise.

Portstewart Strand, County Londonderry (Northern Ireland)

More than 6 km of golden sand await you on this pleasant beach in Northern Ireland. Very clean, both in the water and on the sand, it is particularly popular with families in summer and hikers throughout the year.

Hunmanby Gap, North Yorkshire (England)

Housed in the very photogenic bay of Filey, this sandy beach is a popular destination for kitesurfing enthusiasts.

Rhossili Beach, Gower (Wales)

Isolated, this superb wild beach in Wales was voted the best European beach by "Suitcase" magazine in 2017. Natural and unspoiled, it offers an idyllic setting for a swim or a sea walk.

Barafundle Bay, Pembrokeshire (Wales)

This pretty bay of fine sand is of exceptional beauty. Surrounded by green rocks, it plunges into transparent waters and offers an ideal setting for swimming or walking in the sand.

Credit: Opodo

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