Every month, we trawl the nation’s coastline to bring you news of the people, places and exciting goings-on that are worth knowing about

January is a great time for a relaxing staycation by the sea. Bracing walks followed by cosying up in front of an open fire is the ideal way to start the year. Here are some of our favourite picture-perfect cottages to rent for your first break of 2026

We were finally fulfilling our dream of travelling to Shetland. But first we had to drive our campervan to Aberdeen to catch the overnight ferry. Rather than rushing there and back, we planned to spli

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York is a fine place to visit at this time of year, with medieval streets such as The Shambles and the towering York Minster lending it a romantic Christmassy atmosphere. Nearby adults-only York Carav

From a 17th-century country house to a small but idyllic clifftop retreat, Amy McPherson compiles some of the best coastal properties currently for sale