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Exciting ways to get away from it all

Beaches, staycations, cool coastal happenings

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

Whether you’re exploring The Lanes, that maze of narrow streets in the oldest part of town, fishing for something good on the seafront or just need a cooling beer, don’t worry – I’ve got you covered.

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

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