4 h. ago UK's 'most underrated' seaside town now booming after huge £2m makeover

A small but charming seaside town that has long been overlooked is finally witnessing a tourist boom, after almost £2 million has been spent on improving the resort for holidaymakers and locals

Economics

8 h. ago Pretty UK beach near seaside town among the quietest to visit in Britain

A hidden and 'unspoilt' beach offers one of England's most tranquil summer escapes - a far cry from the crowded sands of nearby Weymouth in Dorset

Politics

40 h. ago BBC weather forecaster Derek Brockway spots 13C temperature plunge at Welsh resort as heatwave ends

It was 30C just a couple of days ago at the seaside town

Society

41 h. ago Life on seaside town estate where locals are plagued by cannabis smoking louts and where 'most people have been to prison or been robbed'

EXCLUSIVE: Welcome to the estate where buses refused to stop, where the stench of cannabis hangs in the air, and where even Father Christmas stayed away after being targeted by yobs.

Events

3 d. ago Tiny seaside town named Bali of Europe with £41 flights and dreamy beaches

This Andalusian town has been named the 'Bali of Europe' because of its laidback atmosphere and expansive, white sand beaches - and it's cheap to get to

Economics

4 d. ago The Scottish town set for a new Aldi as seaside spot branded 'priority location'

The budget supermarket is expanding its portfolio across Scotland and UK.

Politics

4 d. ago 'Unspoilt' UK seaside town overshadowed by posh resort just 6 miles away

This charming UK seaside town, with a population of just 7,000, is a true melting pot of lush countryside, rugged mountains, and turquoise waters - but most tourists don't even know it exists

Politics

4 d. ago The pretty seaside town that is the best day trip from London – and it’s just over an hour from the capital

The pretty seaside town that is the best day trip from London – and it’s just over an hour from the capital  Time Out

Politics

5 d. ago Abandoned UK island untouched for nearly 100 years just yards from seaside town

An impressive fortress built upon a tiny island just 800 yards from a popular UK seaside town has transformed itself into a haven for wildlife, after it disarmed and abandoned back in 1929

Politics

6 d. ago UK's 'most underrated' beach is full of history and is a foodie haven

Tucked away from the crowds is a seaside town that is perfect for a weekend escape. The 'underrated' destination is full of history and has an 'enormous food scene'

Society

6 d. ago The stunning Scottish coastal town where you can get a ‘pure filthy’ chippy breakfast

An award-winning fish and chip shop in a popular Scottish seaside town has recently launched a breakfast menu.

Politics

7 d. ago UK seaside town once snubbed now on verge of tourist boom after £18.4m splurge

An unfairly dismissed seaside town has witnessed a huge tourist boom after unveiling ambitious plans to regenerate the area thanks to more than £18 million worth of approved investment

Economics

7 d. ago Underrated UK seaside town is 'hidden gem' with 'classic fish and chips'

An underrated UK seaside town has been dubbed a 'hidden gem' for a quintessentially British break - especially thanks to its beloved fish and chips

Politics

7 d. ago Beautiful UK seaside town is an 'escape like no other' but one thing is lacking

A charming seaside town surrounded by rugged cliffs, lush countryside and golden sandy beaches seems to have it all. However, eagle-eyed visitors will notice there is one thing missing

Politics

7 d. ago Pretty Spanish seaside village named among quietest as tourist season ramps up

A 'mercifully untouristy' seaside town in Spain is filled with stunning beaches, secluded coves, and an 11th-century castle - and feels worlds away from the overcrowded streets of Barcelona

Politics

8 d. ago UK seaside town blasted as 'rundown' but it's home to best rated beach

Tourists have warned Brits 'not to bother' visiting a popular seaside town famed for its award-winning golden sands - but a £19.5m investment could soon turn things around

Society

1 week ago Beautiful UK seaside town crowned one of the best in Europe for major feature

The small market town of Lymington in Hampshire has been named as one of the best in Europe - and it's perfect for foodies looking for the best seafood in the continent

Politics

1 week ago Tiny UK seaside town named a hidden gem with boutique shops and castle

This "buzzy" town in northern Wales has been dubbed a tiny treasure for its impressive coastal views, historically significant castle and beloved community shops

Politics

1 week ago Why Tamsin Greig loves swanning around Swanage: from carnivals to Norman chapels

Breathtaking clifftop views, dreamy cream teas and the best fish and chips in the world — oh, the actor does love to be beside the seaside in this Dorset town

Politics

1 week ago Pretty coastal town with UK’s best hidden beach named cheapest seaside day out

Three Cliffs Bay in Gower, South Wales is a tranquil haven with limestone cliffs, golden beaches and rich greenery. It is just one of the beautiful beaches around the bargain seaside settlement

Politics