Bamburgh has been named the UK's favourite seaside destination for the third year in a row.
More than 4,000 people were surveyed by Which? to find the nation's favourite seaside destination, with the quality of the beaches, food and drink offerings, tourist attractions and value for money all considered.
Topping the charts for the third consecutive year, Northumberland’s Bamburgh secured an impressive destination score of 88 per cent.
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A location steeped in history, Bamburgh is renowned for its stunning sandy shoreline, backed by the imposing ruins of its ancient castle.
Unsurprisingly given its unique setting, visitors awarded it a full five stars for scenery, as well as for the quality of its beach and seafront.
It also secured five stars for peace and quiet, meaning day trippers never have to jostle for a spot.
One beachgoer commented that there is ‘super-soft sand that stretches as far as the eye can see, and there is plenty of space, so the beach never feels crowded.’
Hot on Bamburgh’s heels with a score of 85 per cent is Dartmouth, Devon, and making a survey debut with third place is Portstewart, Derry/Londonderry.
Rory Boland, Editor of Which? Travel, said: “Few countries can be home to such a diversity of brilliant seaside breaks as Britain.
"Whether you want world class beaches and utter wilderness or the bright lights and bucket and spade atmosphere of a resort, the UK has a seaside break made for you.
“What our survey shows is that it’s rarely the most famous destinations that visitors enjoy most.
"Try somewhere new this year and our survey shows you should find fewer crowds and better value."
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