Britain’s best BEACHES

By the time you read this, holidays abroad could be on, off, or anything in-between – but banking on staying in Britain means there’s less chance of disappointment. From turquoise waters and wide stretches of white sands, to family favourites and nature-rich reserves, these isles have everything you could ask for. We’ve rounded up a selection to prove that Britannia and her beaches really do rule the waves. Just cross your fingers and pray for sunshine this summer.

1 Bamburgh Beach, Northumberland

BEST FOR SANDY STROLLS

WHY One of the best things about taking a walk along this dramatic, breaker-lined expanse is the presence of the imposing Bamburgh Castle, said to be more than 1,400 years old. It