A little-known seaside town in Britain has been ranked as the best in the country and one of the most popular beach destinations in Europe.
Gorleston-on-Sea in Norfolk has been described as a "hidden gem" by resident Emma Flaxman-Taylor, a local councillor, and has earned four-and-a-half stars on Tripadvisor.
It is described as "a stunning bay" with "a huge, wide curving, sandy beach" which has all sorts of commodities including a children's splash pad, shops, cafes and an amenity area.