Coastal breaks in summer
Enjoy the sun on your face, sounds of the surf and the sand beneath your toes as you stroll along sandy beaches, or head to traditionally English seaside resorts with the kids for rollercoasters, cheeky postcards and vinegary chips on a coastal holiday. Cool off with an outdoor dip at one of Plymouth’s sandy beaches, fire up the caravan and escape with the family on a seaside holiday on the Yorkshire Coast, and discover the breath-taking vistas and ancient history that lies behind Cumbria’s western coast.
Reconnect with nature at Dunwich Heath
Tucked away on the coast, Dunwich Heath is one of the more remote and dramatically beautiful parts of Suffolk.
Location: Dunwich , Suffolk
A coastal break with a unique twist
Swap a standard double for a balancing barn or geometric house, both are worthy of spot on Grand Designs.
Location: Thorrington & Thorpeness, Suffolk
Enjoy a stay in this unique holiday home
Stay in Hill House Hall on Woodbridge’s Market Hill, one of the oldest houses in Suffolk packed with personality and surprises.
Location: Woodbridge, Suffolk
Stay in a 200-year-old tower
Book a stay in a converted 19th century fort, where sea views and dreamy skies are all part of the décor.
Location: Shingle Street, Suffolk
Discover Maggi Hambling’s The Scallop
The Scallop, this iconic image of the Suffolk Coast arrived on Aldeburgh beach in 2003, courtesy of local artist, Maggi Hambling.
Location: Aldeburgh, Suffolk
Discover the coastal charm of Felixstowe Ferry
This beautiful village at the mouth of the river Debden is an idyllic place to while away the hours.
Location: Felixstowe Ferry, Suffolk
Wonky cottages and golden sands in Suffolk
One glimpse of the wonky old cottages lining the main street is enough to convince you that this village has hardly changed in centuries.
Location: Walberswick, Suffolk
Beach huts, breweries and barmy arcade games
Take in Southwold’s iconic sights on a coastal stroll along Suffolk’s Heritage Coastline, from brightly coloured beach huts to homemade arcade games.
Location: Southwold, Suffolk
