A small village of only 400 people on the coast of Northumberland has been ranked as Britain’s favorite seaside resort for the second year in a row.
Bamburgs is ranked first of 87 destinations in a survey of more than 4,300 people conducted by Which ?.
It was rated five stars for its beaches, coastline, tranquility and value for money, with a satisfaction rating of 87%.
The village also boasts a castle on the beach and a diverse flora and fauna of the nearby Farn Islands.
Image: Llandudno in North Wales was ranked second
The second was voted in London in North Wales with 86%, followed by St Andrews in Scotland with 85%.
The worst rated resorts are Skegnes in Lincolnshire, Bognor Regis in West Sussex, Southend in Essex, Great Yarmouth in Norfolk and Burnham-on-Sea in Somerset.
The UK coastline has risen in popularity during the pandemic, as travel restrictions have forced people to choose to stay instead of holidays abroad.
Image: St. Andrews is third
Rory Boland, editor of Who? Travel said: “The British coast has not prospered in this way since the 1960s.
“Vacationers have had such a fantastic time in their caravans, tents and beach huts over the past two years that a coastal holiday on their home shores is on the map for many, even with restrictions on travel abroad.
“Prices for stays in the UK have increased, but you don’t have to pay more than the odds. For a budget-limited holiday, it’s best to aim for off-season travel.”
The five best seaside resorts in the UK:
1. Bamberg, Northumberland 87%
2. Landidno, Conway 86%
3. St. Andrews, Fife 84%
4. Dartmouth, Devon 83%
5. Tenby, Pembrokeshire 83%
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