As the weather promises to get warmer, experts have compiled a list of the top beaches in the UK
As the weather looks set to improve, thoughts turn to seaside excursions. There’s nothing quite like hearing the sound of crashing waves and feeling sand between your toes – but with so many wonderful locations across Wales and the UK, how do you decide where to visit?
For the ideal spring beach outing, you’ll want as much sunshine as possible, with mild weather and minimal rain – and that’s where the specialists at Go Outdoors can assist. They have put together a list of the finest beaches in the UK based on average spring temperatures, rainfall, sunshine hours and Google reviews to identify the very best and two on their list are in Wales.
Each beach on this list was given a score out of 10 based on its weather, rainfall and reviews.
Taking first place is Cuckmere Haven with a score of 9.60. This breathtaking beach is situated in East Sussex and boasts a remarkable 7.8 hours of daily spring sunshine with just 52mm of rainfall per month.
Those visiting the beach can first take in a spectacular view of the Seven Sisters – England’s iconic white cliffs that overlook the channel – and then enjoy a picturesque walk along the Cuckmere River which winds towards the sea. Hear the cry of gulls above, and savour the fresh sea air on your face, reports the Express.
In second place is Southwold Beach with a score of 8.68 out of 10. This expanse of sand extends from the mouth of the River Blyth, past the Southwold Pier, which offers plenty to discover.
There are arcade games and numerous cafes and restaurants to pop into for a bite or a beverage. Securing third place, and boasting the highest Google review score amongst all the beaches, is Druridge Bay Beach.
The secluded Barafundle Bay Beach in Pembrokeshire and Rhossili Bay Beach with its three-mile stretch of golden sands in Gower also made the list, with only minor differences in the scores.
Google reviews rate this coastal spot at 4.9 out of five, while the Go Outdoors study awarded it an overall score of 8.53 out of 10.
The beach extends for seven miles, and the surrounding woodlands are teeming with wildlife including roe deer and red squirrels.
The UK’s best beaches to visit this spring:
Rank
Beach
Location
Country
Avg. spring temper-ature (°C)
Avg. monthly spring rainfall (mm)
Avg. daily spring sunshine hours
Google review score /5
Overall score /10
1
Cuckmere Haven
East Sussex
England
9.5
52
7.8
4.8
9.60
2
Southwold Beach
Suffolk
England
8.9
48
8.0
4.7
8.68
3
Druridge Bay Beach
Northumberland
England
7.9
57
7.3
4.9
8.53
3
Pentle Bay
Tresco
England
10.3
59
7.2
4.8
8.53
5
Thornwick Bay
Flamborough Head
England
8.2
52
7.7
4.8
8.48
6
Kimmeridge Bay
Dorset
England
9.7
56
7.7
4.6
8.33
7
Rhossili Bay Beach
Gower
Wales
9.3
84
7.4
4.9
8.23
8
Barafundle Bay Beach
Pembrokeshire
Wales
9.4
69
7.0
4.9
8.22
9
Camber Sands
East Sussex
England
9.8
50
7.1
4.6
8.18
10
Porthcurno Beach
Cornwall
England
10.0
65
7.3
4.8
8.17