Marina stay

Why you’ll love it There are plenty of lovely hotels in the UK, but some are truly exceptional. Some make you feel good as soon as you walk through the door, and The Gallivant is one of these rare cre

FISTRAL BEACH HOTEL AND SPA, NEWQUAY, CORNWALL

Until 200 years ago, this Northumberland village-by-the-sea was a bustling grain port. Today, its miles of sandy beach, seafood eateries and maritime history make it an excellent choice for families.

Tuck into a mouth-watering three-course meal at the chef ’s pub, plus a Stein’s Fish & Chips or beach picnic

From guided walks around Babbacombe Bay to sipping rosé on a sunny terrace, this inn on the beach has it all, says Sue Wilkins

It’s rare to find a marina with a waiting list for annual berths but take a sail along the east coast and up the River Orwell to Levington’s Suffolk Yacht Harbour (SYH) and you’ll understand why this