Life’s a beach

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

Exciting ways to get away from it all

From food markets to monasteries, this area brims with special sights

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

With two and a half miles of golden beach and rolling Atlantic waves, Woolacombe Sands is a favourite of surfers and kids wanting to explore rock pools. There are seaside cafés and a lifeguard service

With the beach just a pebble’s throw away, this once-barren Suffolk garden is now a dreamy mix of relaxed, contemporary planting that thrives in the salt-laden winds