Beach holidays and seaside breaks in England

Surrounded by sparkling seas, sandy coves and dramatic flora-smothered clifftops, England has more than its fair share of coastline, making it perfect for relaxing seaside breaks.

Coastal holidays with quaint Victorian promenades, medieval ports loomed over by ancient castles, chic regency towns with secret smugglers coves, and mile upon mile of shell-studded sandy beaches are all on your doorstep.

Marvel at the rock formations while keeping an eye out for dinosaur bones on Dorset’s Jurassic Coast, explore the rugged wilds of the Cumbrian coastline at the westernmost point of the spectacular Lake District, and tuck in to some delicious cream teas on the quayside of a tiny fishing village in Devon or on one of the Isle of Scilly’s sub-tropical islands. Beach holidays on a coastline so singularly special and varied will leave you with some very special memories.