12 homes to buy beside the sea

From a historic house with exquisite original features to a chapel conversion and a modern architectural gem, Amy McPherson picks this month’s best coastal properties to buy

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

Stay in a spaceship, meet lions and tigers, go wild on a desert island. Here are some of the top family-friendly getaways around our coast

Haven’t booked your August break yet? Don’t worry – from a seaside house for 10 in Cornwall to a car-free escape on Sark, the coast team seek out getaways with availability this summer

Power up your serve in time for Wimbledon at these properties with tennis courts

From Cornish coves to Highland hideouts, these UK hotspots give major holiday-abroad energy