Marked by iconic chalk cliffs, Victorian resort towns, boggy marshland and a large port, the Kent coastline stretches around the most south-easterly part of the UK, from Lydd and Dungeness in the south to Dartford in the north. Not only does this section of the British coast contain a large amount of variety, but it is also quite a long …
The English Riviera – The South Devon Coastline from Plymouth to Exmouth
In this article, I cover the coastline between Plymouth and Exmouth, which makes up the majority of the coast in South Devon. The coastline between Exmouth and the Dorset border is part of the Jurassic Coast – I cover this in another article. Like the vast majority of the coastline in south west England, the coastline between Plymouth and Exmouth …
The Firth of Forth, Saint Andrews and the Tay
This article describes the coastline around the county of Fife, as it winds along the northern side of the Firth of Forth estuary, the North Sea, and the Tay estuary. It is an incredibly scenic section of the Scottish coast, and includes wide estuaries, beautiful villages, sandy beaches and castle ruins. Kincardine to Kirkcaldy Consisting of numerous seaside towns and …
The Humber Estuary, Seaside Towns and Towering Chalk Cliffs – The East Riding of Yorkshire Coastline
This section of the British coastline stretches 85km (53 miles) around the East Riding of Yorkshire, from the head of the Humber estuary to Bempton, a village just north of Bridlington. With a coastline including flat marshlands on the Humber estuary, sandy beaches and low cliffs on the North Sea coastline and stunning chalk cliffs around Flamborough Head, the coastline …
The Jurassic Coast – Exmouth to Old Harry Rocks
The Jurassic Coast is a 155 km (95 mile) stretch of the British coastline between Exmouth in Devon and Old Harry Rocks in Dorset. A designated World Heritage Site, the Jurassic Coast is internationally known for its archaeological and geological importance, due to its rocks, fossils and landforms. The coastline varies rather greatly, including cliffs, headlands, archways and coves, but …
Top 25 UK Blue Flag Beaches
The Blue Flag is a prestigious award that is given to beaches and marinas around the world that meet a series of stringent criteria relating to beach cleanliness, high-water quality, and the presence of environmental education programmes. The award scheme is operated and administered by the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE), whose mission statement involves promoting and participating in environmental …
The North Scotland Coast – Duncansby Head to Cape Wrath
This article covers the entire northern coast of Scotland, from Duncansby Head in the east to Cape Wrath in the west. A coastline filled with craggy cliffs, bays, lochs and large headlands, this draws tourists from far and wide not only due to its northern prominence but also because of the amazing landscape that surrounds the coast. Duncansby Head to …
Scotland
The Rhins of Galloway, Luce Bay and the Solway Firth – Stranraer to Gretna Green
This coastal section stretches from the port town of Gretna, around the ear-shaped Rhins peninsula, and along the rest of the south-west Scottish coast, towards the England/Scotland border at the village of Gretna. Many wide bays and tidal inlets are located along the coast here, which is rather rural and wild, typically consisting of outstanding natural beauty. Although long sandy …
Scotland
Rocky Mountains, Large Fjords and Rugged Islands – Cape Wrath to the Kyle of Lochalsh
Bordering the Northwest Scottish Highlands – the mountain range between Glen More in the south and the Loch Eriboll region in the north – this is arguably one of the most extreme coastal landscapes in Scotland, let alone the British Isles. With high cliffs, steep mountain slopes rising from the shoreline, numerous coastal lochs and peninsulas, this coastal landscape is …
England
Suffolk Coast – flat, vast Skies, endless beaches
The Suffolk coastline stretches along the eastern coast of England between the small town of Cattawade and the port town of Lowestoft. Bordering the North Sea, the coast is characterised by its rather beautiful and tranquil nature, with only a few coastal towns being separated by many miles of marshland, woodland and lovely beaches. There are also a couple of …