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Time-warp northern English ‘town’ named top festive day out – with train station grotto and retro Christmas treats

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Beamish, a huge open-air museum in the north of England, has been named a top place for a festive day out

A HUGE open-air museum has been named one of the UK’s top Christmas breaks for 2024.

Visit England named Beamish as one of eight “uber-festive” places Brits should visit this year.

Beamish, a huge open-air museum in the north of England, has been named a top place for a festive day out

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Beamish, a huge open-air museum in the north of England, has been named a top place for a festive day outCredit: Alamy
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According to Visit England, the eight attractions each offer something different from “festive light trails with your mates, Christmas afternoon tea with your mum, romantic evenings at German Christmas markets and December days out with the kids to meet Santa”.

And one of the places in Visit England‘s top picks is the “living museum” of Beamish in County Durham.

The huge open-air museum allows visitors to see what life would have been like in the UK between the 1820s and 1950s.

From November 23 until December 24, its replica homes, pubs, shops and businesses will be transformed into a huge festive attraction.

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The sprawling 300-acre estate will be decked out with golden fairy lights, pine garlands and a huge Christmas tree

Some of the replica homes will be set for Christmas too with traditional grub on display.

Visitors can sample some retro sweets at the 1990s town sweet shop and listen to festive music in the countdown to Christmas.

The northern attraction will also be serving a range of “yuletide treats”.

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Even though there aren’t any specifics on its website, its onsite team rooms will most likely be serving traditional mince pies and other baked goods.

For younger visitors, Beamish will also play host to the big man himself with a Christmas Grotto.

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Father Christmas will be meeting kids inside his grotto at Rowley Station Goods Yards. Grotto visits cost an additional £8 per child.

The Visit England website reads: “Experience wonderful festivities and enjoy a wintery stroll around the open-air museum grounds, made extra special by the unique surroundings.

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“Afterwards, see the traditional decorations, enjoy festive treats and find that perfect present for someone special.”

Beamish will also be open for evening visits on set days throughout December for visitors who want to experience the open-air attraction after dark.

Previous visitors have been impressed by the festive offering at Beamish, with one writing on TripAdvisor: “Beamish is a yearly festive visit for us of which this year we were truly blessed to waddle around the day after a sprinkling of snow.

“It was truly magical and added to the Christmas spirit.”

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Another added: “We have been to visit at Christmas and I have to say it is one of the best Santa experiences our kids have been to.”

One of the main reasons it remains so popular is that its tickets are all annual passes.

From £17.35 for kids, £27.95 for adults, or £71 for a family of four, ticket holders can visit the museum as many times as they like for a year following the day of their first visit.

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Visit England named seven other places in its list of top festive days out, including Winchester, Chester, Norwich and York.

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The four cities were praised for their Christmas Markets, with wooden stalls and chalets descending on each destination every year.

The chocolate-box villages of the Cotswolds like Broadway, Chipping Camden and Bourton-on-the-Water were also named as top places for a festive day out by Visit England.

Bourton-on-the-Water celebrates the festive season by putting a Christmas tree in its river.

The tiny Cornish village of Mousehole also made the cut thanks to its sea light show.

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Also on the list was Mompesson House in Salisbury, with its Dickensian-style rooms hosting festive activities.

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HERE are three other unusual Christmas markets to visit in Europe.

Kerststad Valkenburg, the Netherlands 

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The award-winning Christmas market covers every corner of the town, with events at several locations, including several underground caves. One of these is the Velvet Cave Christmas Market, which is situated underneath Valkenburg’s ruined castle. It is home to more than 50 stalls selling handmade gifts and other items.

Fraueninsel Christmas Market

Every winter, the island of Fraueninsel (also known as Frauenchiemsee), in Bavaria, Germany is transformed into a festive attraction thanks to its Christmas market. Fraueninsel is the second-largest island on Lake Chiemsee in Bavaria and is the only island in Germany with its very own Christmas market.

Fraueninsel Christmas Market has been described as one of the “most wonderful” in Bavaria by The Best Places to Visit in Germany. The Christmas market spills across the entirety of the island with both decorations and lights hung from trees and lampposts. There are over 90 wooden stalls at the market that sell handmade gifts, mulled wine, and local delicacies.

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Winter Wonder Weeks, the Netherlands

Each year, Leiden in the Netherlands is transformed into a picturesque winter wonderland. The award-winning Christmas Market covers the entire city, with attractions held outside Hooglandse Kerkgracht (a gothic church) and Garenmarktplein (a square in the city).

Known as Winter Wonder Weeks, the Christmas market was previously named the best in Europe in 2016. The Christmas market spans across the entire town, with one of its most unique features being its floating ice rink.

Meanwhile, this travel writer thinks their hometown has the best Christmas attraction in the UK.

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A city in Germany has been dubbed “Christmas city” because it has one of the world’s oldest and most famous Christmas markets.

Festive activities like carol singing also take place at Beamish on set dates in November and December

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Festive activities like carol singing also take place at Beamish on set dates in November and DecemberCredit: Beamish Museum
Christmas at Beamish will run from November 23 until December 24

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I’ve found the ‘city of the future’ – it has the UK’s cheapest beers and A-listers love it

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One expert has called Wrexham the city of the future

A MAN who has visited all 76 cities in the UK has called Wrexham a “city of the future” for tourists thanks to its A-list glow-up.

Travel guide creator Peter Naldrett, who lives in Sheffield, believes Wrexham will be an upcoming tourist destination in the next few years.

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Travel writer Peter Naldrett visited every UK city for his new book Bright Lights, Big Cities, which was published earlier this year

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Actors like Paul Rudd (pictured) have been spotted at games and sharing pints with fans in local pubs

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Actors like Paul Rudd (pictured) have been spotted at games and sharing pints with fans in local pubsCredit: PA

Wrexham – home to just under 45,000 people – was given city status in 2022 after winning the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Civic Honours.

Peter, who visited every UK city while researching his book, Bright Lights, Big Cities, wouldn’t be surprised if Wrexham became a tourist magnet in the next few years.

Talking exclusively to the Sun Newspaper, he said: “The city of the future is Wrexham and quite unusually it’s all about football.

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Wrexham AFC had a Hollywood buyout and the football is actually going brilliantly well with promotions for the Welsh side.

“This, coupled with the TV show, means more people are coming to every game, selling out stadiums.

“The knock-on effect for hotels and restaurants will be an upward spiral for maybe the next five or 10 years.

“If everything goes well, I think visitors could see a museum opening, like the Wrexham Story, or some activities for the kids.”

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Surrounded by beautiful mountains and Welsh valleys, Wrexham has already been rising in popularity among holidaymakers.

The interest in Wrexham as a holiday destination has a lot to do with its football team and its celebrity owners, actors Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney.

Since the buyout from the Hollywood stars, the Red Dragons have been promoted back to the football league for the first time in 15 years.

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They filmed the whole thing for a popular Disney+ series called Welcome to Wrexham, bringing wider appeal to the town, attracting people from beyond the UK.

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And some of their celeb pals like Paul Rudd and Hugh Jackman have been spotted watching games in the Welsh football stadium.

Until these potential attractions open, there are plenty of other places for visitors to enjoy, including amazing walks, water sports and crucially, some very cheap pints.

In 2022, according to Wales Online, Wrexham was the cheapest place in the UK to get a beer.

They reported that the average cost of a pint in the town was “just £2.09 – almost £4 cheaper than the nation’s most expensive spot” which, of course, was London.

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If you’re not a big drinker, there are plenty of outdoor activities in the surrounding areas.

Away from its football fame, there are plenty of other outdoor attractions in the Welsh city, including Llangollen aqueduct

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Away from its football fame, there are plenty of other outdoor attractions in the Welsh city, including Llangollen aqueductCredit: Getty

One of those is the Llangollen aqueduct, which visitors can kayak over, while sampling the breathtaking surrounding views.

There’s also the Clwydian mountain range and Dee Valley area of outstanding natural beauty, which both have walks to suit every ability.

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The Dee Valley website says that the area “is an outstanding place to explore on foot” with some “challenging long-distance routes that are of national importance”.

For the less outdoorsy, there’s plenty to do in the town as well, including National Trust property Erddig.

The Grade-I listed property features a 17th century country house, a restored walled garden and outbuildings.

There are also play areas and places to eat, making it an excellent place for a family day out.

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Although Wrexham itself isn’t coastal, it’s not too far from it, with Talacre beach in Flintshire less than an hour’s drive away.

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RICHMOND in south-west London also rose to fame thanks to fictional football team AFC Richmond.

The London district was used as one of the filming locations for the hit television show Ted Lasso, which stars Jason Sudeikis.

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The award-winning show is all about an American with no football knowledge taking over an English football club because the owner wants to spite her ex-husband.

Thanks to the show’s success, there’s a Ted Lasso tour to spot all the filming locations, including Paved Court Road which was used as the exterior shot of Ted Lasso’s home.

Actress and tour guide Emmy McMorrow was the first person to run these bespoke tours and has been swamped with bookings from US tourists.

The Kent town of Margate was featured in the new Hollywood blockbuster Empire of Light, starring Olivia Colman.

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Meanwhile, a magical beach in the UK where Harry Potter was filmed has been called a “surfer’s paradise” by fans of the franchise.

Wrexham is also home to some of the cheapest pints in the country, perfect for afternoons spent watching the footie at the pub

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Airline passengers warned of food shortages on flights ahead of strikes

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Passengers are being warned to expect a shortage of food on planes due to potential strikes

AIRLINE passengers could face in-flight food and drink shortages due to strike action by catering staff, a trade union warned.

Unite will ballot workers who provide meals, snacks and refreshments for flights from major airports including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted and Birmingham.

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The union warned potential walkouts, which would also affect Manchester, Bristol, Glasgow and London City Airport, were scheduled to hit the busy Christmas travel period.

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It said travellers faced the prospect of “foodless fights” if its members at service provider dnata voted to down tools in a row over pay and conditions.

A Unite statement said: “Passengers at airports across the country are facing the prospect of having no onboard food or drink during long and short haul flights as dnata catering workers ballot for strike action.

“More than 700 dnata workers, providing food for airlines at Heathrow, Gatwick, Glasgow, London City, Stansted, Bristol, Manchester and Birmingham airports, are balloting for strike action.

“The production line, warehouse and delivery workers are angry at the company’s attempts to change their terms and conditions without consultation.”

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It added: “If strikes go ahead, major airlines including easyJet, Ryanair, TUI, BA, Emirates, American Airlines and Air India will be impacted. “

The union’s general secretary Sharon Graham said: “dnata’s attempts to bypass its workers and force through damaging changes to terms and conditions will not be tolerated.

“Unite’s dnata members have their union’s full and unflinching support in fighting its underhand attempts to impose these plans.”

The statement accused the Dubai-based firm of refusing to consult with union representatives on issues including sick leave, staff holidays and shift rosters.

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It added: “The industrial action ballot opened this week and will close on December 5, with strikes potentially being scheduled over the Christmas period.”

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Unite national officer for aviation Balvinder Bir said: “Strikes would have a serious impact on major airlines at eight UK airports and will be entirely the fault of dnata.

“There is still time for industrial action to be avoided, but that will require dnata entering into meaningful negotiations with Unite about the changes it’s putting forward.”

A dnata Catering & Retail UK spokesperson said: “Despite our continuous efforts to reach a fair solution, Unite has rejected our reasonable proposals to enhance wages and conditions and initiated a ballot for industrial action.

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“We have already implemented and paid a salary increase to our team to address cost-of-living pressures and recognise their contributions to the company. Our current, competitive offer is in line with market conditions, reflecting industry standards and comparable roles in the sector.

“We are surprised and disappointed by the union’s recent statement claiming we are changing terms and conditions without consultation, which is entirely inaccurate.

“We have consistently sought to engage in constructive discussions with the union throughout the negotiation process.

“We remain open to further dialogue and are committed to achieving an agreement that serves the interests of all parties and ensures the sustainability of our organisation.”

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Experts always advise passengers to take their own food on planes, in case there is ever a last minute shortage.

Flight attendant Destanie Armstrong explained on her TikTok that she always packs two pots of noodles and asks staff for some hot water.

She said: “You can’t depend on these flights to have food and even if they do, a lot of the times the options aren’t food.”

Airlines with the best plane food

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Korean Air

Korean Air won best airline cuisine in last year’s Global Traveler’s awards.

Some of their popular dishes onboard include bibimbap, a Korean rice dish, and ssambap, Korean rice lettuce rolls.

It also made the top 10 for airlines with the best plane food in CN Travelers 2023 Readers’ Choice Awards.

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Japan Airlines

Coming in first place in the Reader’s Choice Awards was Japan Airlines.

The airline has partnered with six Michelin-star chefs, each of whom have three stars – so you can expect it to be good.

Passengers can choose bento boxes and miso soups onboard.

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Singapore Airlines

Often voted one of the best airlines in the world, it is no surprising Singapore Airlines is said to have some of the best plane food.

Chef Dennis Littley said: “Their gourmet meals rival those of ground-based restaurants.”

Dishes include congee, a rice porridge, as well as Singaporean rice and curry options.

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However, plane food has changed since its its hey day.

Typical menus from the time included roast chicken with green salad and peaches with Melba sauce for dessert, along with cheese and a wine list.

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Best winter sun destinations that are less than six hours from the UK

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We've found the best winter sun that is both affordable, and nearby

SOMETIMES you just want to be somewhere hotter than the UK without having to hop on a long-haul flight.

Thankfully, there are some great destinations that aren’t too far away, and also won’t cost too much even if booking last minute.

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Using our many years of holiday experience, the Sun Travel Team has revealed their favourite winter sun destinations that are affordable – and all less than six hours from the UK.

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Cape Verde – 5hr45 flight time

Cape Verde was my first foreign holiday after the dreaded 2021 winter lockdown. As soon as restrictions lifted, my then three-year-old, boyfriend and I jumped on a TUI plane for some much-needed sunshine.

At just under six hours, the flight time was probably the longest I’d
do with a pre-schooler but enough to find guaranteed winter sunshine – and Cape Verde pretty much guarantees sunshine.

Even in bleak midwinter, 25C is the average maximum temperature and the sun is strong, although you never get too hot because it’s also windy.

It’s also just one hour behind the UK, so there was no jet lag to contend with.

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We stayed at the all-inclusive Riu Palace Santa Maria, on the south
west coast of the island of Sal.

The nearby seaside town of Santa Maria had a strip of lively bars and
cafes and a number of seafood restaurants offering the catch of the
day, as well as a great beach bar where you could enjoy excellent
cocktails with your feet in the sand for just £2.50.

Attractions are fairly sparse on Sal, but there was more than enough
to keep us busy for a week.

We paddled with baby sharks, took a catamaran cruise and explored the island on dune buggies, but there were plenty of watersports for the more adventurous too.

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Caroline McGuire, Head of Travel

Cape Verde is perfect for a winter sun island break

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Cape Verde is perfect for a winter sun island break
It's also just one hour behind the UK, so there was no jet lag to contend with

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It’s also just one hour behind the UK, so there was no jet lag to contend withCredit: Alamy
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Marrakech – 3hr35 flight time

A place guaranteed to be warm in winter is Marrakech with temperatures above 20C – and it’s one of the most affordable to.

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A visit to Marrakech comes with beautiful riad hotels, lined with multicoloured tiles and ornate decor and even pools in the middle – and can be found for just £35 a night.

Sure, the Moroccan coastline might temp you away for a winter beach break.

But the bustling city is the best to go pre-Christmas to stock up one some cheap presents.

Go empty suitcased and you’ll find hand blown glass cups, embroidered cushions and leather handbags often spotted on the UK high street in places like Anthropology and Accessorize but for so much less.

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And with £16.49 flights thanks to easyJet, it’s cheaper than a train into London.

Kara Godfrey, Deputy Travel Editor

Marrakech is a great entry into Africa and one of the warmest to visit in winter without a long flight

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Lanzarote – 4hr flight time

I on my first winter sun holiday earlier this year and even though I’m late to the party, I’m a total convert after falling in love with Lanzarote.

I stepped off the plane in January and was met by a 20C heat – the ideal January pick me up, especially when flights are as little as £16.

And I was even happier when I went for a dip at the heated infinity pool at my hotel, the newly-opened Barcelo Playa Blanca.

The 180m-long main pool was also heated, which meant I could get my lengths in without getting chilly. 

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The temperature was perfect for excursions too with four-hour boat cruises around the island, stopping near Playa de Papagayo, a golden sandy beach before a dip in the dip in the water and fresh paella.

Topped off off with evening drinks on a balcony looking out towards Fuerteventura, I didn’t once have to take out my big winter coat – which was exactly the plan.

Hope Brotherton, Travel Reporter

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Little seaside town that’s the best place to live in the country has hidden beach and UK’s smallest harbour

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North Berwick in East Lothian has been named the best place to live in the UK by The Sunday Times thanks to its quick links to Edinburgh and community spirit

A SEASIDE town in Scotland with the country’s smallest harbour has been named the best place to live in the UK.

Located in East Lothian, just 30 minutes from Edinburgh, North Berwick is a quaint seaside town with 8,000 people.

North Berwick in East Lothian has been named the best place to live in the UK by The Sunday Times thanks to its quick links to Edinburgh and community spirit

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North Berwick in East Lothian has been named the best place to live in the UK by The Sunday Times thanks to its quick links to Edinburgh and community spiritCredit: Alamy
Seacliff Beach is a private beach near North Berwick that's popular with surfers and dog walkers - despite the charge to visit

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Its residents have reason to celebrate because the quiet seaside town was named the best place to live in the UK in 2024 by The Sunday Times earlier this year.

The newspaper analysed factors like schools, transport, culture, green spaces and broadband speed to name the UK’s most livable places.

North Berwick took the first place thanks to its easy connection to Edinburgh, which is just 30 minutes away by train, its thriving high street of independent shops and its community spirit.

The seaside town is backed by a number of sandy beaches, including West Beach and West Bay Beach.

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Beach-goers who want to opt for somewhere quieter, should head to Seacliff Beach to the east of North Berwick.

The Scottish Tourism Board describes it as a “hidden gem” and “largely unspoilt”.

Seacliff Beach is a private beach, which means beach-goers will need to pay to visit, with some holidaymakers citing a £5 parking charge in online reviews.

Despite having to pay to visit, the beach remains popular with surfers and dog walkers.

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The tiny beach also has a tiny sandstone harbour that’s thought to be the smallest of its kind in the country.

For wildlife enthusiasts, there’s also the Scottish Seabird Centre – an award-winning tourist attraction where visitors can watch wildlife through cameras on local islands.

On the cameras, wildlife lovers can spot gannets and puffins on the Isle of May National Nature Reserve, the biggest puffin colony on the east coast of Britain. 

On-site, there’s also the Seabird Café, which has a large seaside sun deck and a gift shop.

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Seasonal boat trips around three neighbouring islands also operate between April and September.

North Berwick is also home to fish and chip shops, ice cream parlours, quirky tearooms, coffee shops and independent shops.

Other attractions include playgrounds, tennis courts and neighbouring golf courses.

Overnight stays in North Berwick don’t come cheap, with hotel rooms in the town from £150 per night.

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There are plenty of other little-known seaside towns and villages to visit in Scotland, including Gearrannan, which consists of nine restored traditional thatched cottages that overlook Garenin Bay in the Scottish Outer Hebrides.

The small cluster of homes was originally built in the 1800s and is very typical of the “blackhouses” that could once be seen scattered throughout the landscape.

Today, the area acts as a living museum to the time, with visitors even able to stay in four of the remaining cottages.

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Folkestone, Kent

With views of France (on a very clear day), the main attraction is the Harbour Arm, sitting at the edge of the converted train tracks and selling hand-crafted goods and amazing food.

The multicoloured high street with shops and restaurants can’t be missed, my favourites being Burrito Buoy for some amazing margaritas and The Folkestone Bookshop for some novels.

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You’ll need to pack your beach shoes as it has a stony beach over a sandy beach – but after a few drinks at the much loved pilot bar, you’ll hardly care.

Kara Godfrey, Deputy Travel Editor

Mousehole, Cornwall

The small sandy bay has retained its chocolate-box charm, crammed with weathered fishing boats and backed by pokey cafes and airy art galleries where seaside-inspired works hang from the walls.

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For impeccable views of a wild sea and homemade grub, head to Rock Pool Cafe which sits atop a craggy cliff and order a ‘make it yourself’ hot chocolate.

There are some impressive coastal walks – but be warned it can be hilly.

Sophie Swietochowski, Assistant Travel Editor

Cleethorpes, North East Lincolnshire

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Accessible on a spit of sand when the tide is out, this quirky little community art project is made up of driftwood, flags and mementoes from those who have visited to admire the huge swathes of golden sands and sparkling waters.

Sadly the original was destroyed in a fire in 2023 but an enthusiastic band of local volunteers are slowly re-building the landmark.

Lisa Minot, Head of Travel

And earlier this year, Sun Travel revealed the best seaside destinations to visit in winter.

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And this other holiday location is getting a huge new tourist attraction.

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Miniature Christmas market with gnome-themed twist opens today – & there’s FREE treats

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LONDONERS were surprised with a delightful twist as the festive season kickstarts – a charming miniature Christmas market featuring gnome-themed stores.

These whimsical stalls, which popped up overnight, were designed to be gnome-height, creating a magical atmosphere.

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Despite their petite size, the stalls are run by regular-sized staff and visitors can explore the tiny market and enjoy complimentary festive treats.

To add to the excitement, lucky passers-by also have the chance to win a special Christmas gnome, as well as a bag full to brim of seasonal goodies.

The market stalls, standing at an adorable 3.5 feet high, will be open to the public on November 7 and 8 along the scenic Southbank.

David Hills, chief customer officer at Asda, said: “It’s been fantastic to see the response to our Christmas campaign.

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“We’re thrilled that the nation seems to be falling in love with our gnomes, so what better way to celebrate than to bring some playful Christmas cheer to London with our gnome-sized market.

“Visitors will not only get the chance to be up, close and personal with our pint-sized heroes, they’ll also get to sample some of the incredible products which make up our Christmas range in a really fun and unique way.”

The market featured five mini market stalls, all tailored to match the individual passions and personalities of each gnome – Max, Gnibbles, Gnorma, Gnicky and Gnarla.

Head gnome Max was managing the ‘Magical Mince Pie’ stall and perfectionist party planner Gnorma hosted the ‘Glorious Grazing’ stall.

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While surfer dude Gnarla took charge of the ‘Festive Afternoon Sea’ stall, decked out with an assortment of luxurious fish canapes.

Gnome sized market will be open to the public on the 7th and 8th of November along the scenic Southbank

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