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Emma Taylor and Gordon Taylor

The best places to snorkel near London (yes, really) — from Margate to Eastbourne

Saltdean cliffs, Sussex - (Emma and Gordon Taylor)

It’s not quite cruising the crystal blue Mediterranean sea, but for those brave enough to brace the (sometimes icy) UK waters, there is plenty of sea life to uncover much closer to home.

With the British coastline boasting one of the world’s most dynamic marine habitats, a trip down to the beach can be the perfect summer day out to both cool-off and explore the bays — you may even spot a seal while you’re at it!

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