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Presenting VisitBritain's look at the biggest topics and trends across Britain right now! You can also discover new hotel openings and refurbishments in the Accommodation Update, and the latest restaurant launches in the Taste Update – all designed to whet the media’s appetite!

Surfers taking to the water at Sandhaven Beach in South Shields with South Shields Surf School

Adventure beyond Britain’s beaches

Monday 18 July 2022

Spanning thousands of miles, Britain’s coastline is packed with possibility. Enjoy a taste of...

Sands Hotel, Margate, Kent, England

Best seaside day trips easily accessible by train from London

Monday 02 August 2021

From London, it’s easy to hop on a train for a taste of the sea. Promising fun for all ages, our...

Cromer Crab, caught off the Northern coast of Norfolk near the village of Cromer.

A seafood lovers’ guide to the East of England

Friday 30 July 2021

With such a diverse coastline, from tidal salt marshes and creeks to huge estuaries and...

Deer at Lochranza, Scotland. VisitBritain/Dougie Cunningham

Britain’s coolest island experiences

Friday 30 July 2021

Hundreds of small islands can be found off Britain’s coast, packed with an eclectic mix of...

The Crab House Cafe. A beach restaurant in Wyke Regis famous for seafood. A platter of fresh seafood. A cooked lobster in the shell, with a garnish and cut lemons. Evening light over the sea. A glass of chilled white wine.

Catch of the day: Enjoy Britain’s best restaurants with sea views

Friday 30 July 2021

Set in striking coastal locations and serving up a delicious mix of freshly caught seafood and...

60 minutes from… Cardiff

Friday 06 July 2018

Wales’ vibrant capital city Cardiff is hosting one of the country’s biggest festivals between 3-...

Foodie focus on… Cornwall

Wednesday 13 June 2018

The south-western corner of England is a slice of foodie heaven. From mouth-watering local...

Discover North Wales’ coastal resorts

Monday 11 June 2018

Whether you want to hit the surf, chill out on secluded beaches, savour ice-creams while...

48 hours in… Pembrokeshire

Friday 01 June 2018

2018 is Wales’ Year of the Sea, a year dedicated to celebrating the destination’s spectacular...

48 Hours in… Margate, Broadstairs and Ramsgate

Friday 18 May 2018

Looking for a super-cool retro vibe from beach destinations that are just 1.5 hours by train...