31 h. ago UK coastal town rocked by earthquake as shaking detected near popular beach

The latest earthquake to hit the UK was felt just off the coast of Southport, in the Irish Sea, however, the BGS has confirmed that it was felt further in-land in Southport itself

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5 d. ago The best hotels in St Ives, Cornwall for sea views, swimming pools and spa treatments

Visit St Ives for its quaint pubs, incredible food and peaceful beach walks, and choose from the best hotels the Cornish town has to offer

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6 d. ago UK's 'best seaside town' has independent shops and Caribbean

The UK's 'best seaside town' never fails to impress holidaymakers thanks to the beautiful beaches and wide array of shops and restaurants in the area

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7 d. ago Gorgeous UK seaside town where you'll always hear waves crashing

The seaside town in Norfolk has an award-winning beach and a fresh sea breeze that will make it difficult to leave behind. Most holidaymakers quickly change their mind about it once visiting

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1 week ago Victorian seaside town has one of the best beaches in UK and no rides or arcades

This picturesque seaside town in England dates back to Victorian times, and whilst it might be more low-key than other resorts, it has one of the UK's best beaches

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1 week ago The Scottish NC500 town with delicious seafood near stunning beaches

This spot is ideal for a late-summer getaway.

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2 w. ago Scenic seaside Scottish town with stunning panoramic views and 'best fish and chips'

Troon, a coastal town in South Ayrshire, is known for its sandy beaches, scenic esplanade, lively harbour, and fresh seafood

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2 w. ago This beachy English seaside town is getting a new direct train service from London

This beachy English seaside town is getting a new direct train service from London  Time Out Worldwide

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2 w. ago Underrated UK seaside town has picturesque sandy beaches and no crowds

An underrated UK seaside town boasts stretches of sandy beaches, rock pools for the kids and a picturesque harbour - and the bonus of not being packed with crowds

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3 w. ago ‘Death always feels imminent’: a moving Netflix documentary on prison, music and forgiveness

In Songs from the Hole, a man convicted of murder when he was a teenager finds healing in music during his sentenceIn 2014, a sergeant at a California state prison sent James “JJ’88” Jacobs, who was 25 at the time, to “the hole” – solitary confinement in a 6-by-6 cell. One bunk, one strip of a window. Jacobs had already been incarcerated for a decade by then; at 15, he was given a double life sentence for second-degree murder. Alone in the hole, Jacobs thought, as he always did, about the most devastating month of his life, April 2004: on the 16th, he shot and killed a fellow teenager outside a nightclub in his home town of Long Beach, California. Three days later, another young man shot and killed his beloved older brother Victor. For years, Jacobs was caught in a terrible cycle of grief – for what he had done, for what had been done to him.In the hole, Jacobs would lie on the floor, eyes closed, and imagine his life outside prison. He’d make beats by pounding on his bunk or chest....

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3 w. ago Quaint seaside town with no arcades or rides but named 'best in the UK'

A beach with no piers, arcades or rides has been named the best seaside town in the UK, beating other well-known places on the list

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3 w. ago The Scottish town known for sporting history named cheapest UK day trip destination

The stunning town offers walkable access to beaches, historic sites, and attractions, with hidden costs as low as £25

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3 w. ago The idyllic Welsh seaside town with harbour, pastel buildings and four stunning beaches

Tenby, in Pembrokeshire, has been named one of the UK's top 20 best coastal destinations - and for good reason.

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3 w. ago Beautiful UK resort dubbed the 'Queen of seaside towns' during summer

A picturesque British seaside resort has it all - from a stunning bay and pristine beaches to a charming town filled with independent shops, and a history dating back to the Iron Age

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4 w. ago Seaside town with 'hidden gem' beach that feels like 'a world away'

The area is renowned for spectacular sunsets and visitors say they love the quieter vibe on the beach compared to busier nearby spots

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4 w. ago UK 'seaside town' has everything but a beach including fish and chip shops, arcades and 20C lido

The interesting town is a world away from the coast - but it has everything you'd want from a trip to the seaside, including amazing fish and chips

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4 w. ago UK tourists abandon Spanish beaches turning a hotspot into a 'ghost town'

Tourist hotspots in Spain have seen a notable absence of holidaymakers in recent months, with some UK travellers describing the coastal towns as 'ghost towns'

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last month 'Enchanting' French beach town with 'fairytale' castle tourists don't know about

This charming town in southern France boasts beautiful scenery, plenty of history, a quaint town centre and a fantastic beach front - but not many people know about it

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