Luckily there are also plenty of lesser-known coastal areas where you can while away an afternoon without being bothered by crowds. These are 25 of the best hidden beaches in the UK - from Cornwall to the Scottish Highlands.
21. Camusdarach Beach, Scotland
Camusdarach Beach boasts white, glistening sand and clear water, and is situated just south of the estuary of River Morar (Photo: Shutterstock) Photo: Shutterstock
22. White Park Bay, Northern Ireland
Located on County Antrim’s northern coastline, White Park Bay boasts three-miles of white sand, and is situated in a secluded spot on the Giant’s Causeway (Photo: Shutterstock) Photo: Shutterstock
23. Aberlady Bay, East Lothian
Situated 18 miles east of Edinburgh, the near-deserted Aberlady Bay boasts a nature reserve and splendid views across the sea to Arthur’s Seat. It’s a quiet spot perfect for escaping the hustle and bustle of the city (Photo: Shutterstock) Photo: Shutterstock
24. Kynance Cove, Cornwall
This beach is located on the south coast of Cornwall, two miles north-west of the popular Lizard Point spot. Most people head straight for Lizard Point and miss out on the sugar white sand, dramatic arches, caves and superb 200ft cliffs of dreamy Kynance Cove - so make sure you don’t (Photo: Shutterstock) Photo: Shutterstock