NationalRail.com is here to give you a helping hand when planning your summer holidays. We know the stress of finding new adventures to go on can be a difficult task, so let us offer you some of the best beaches to visit this summer – by train, of course!
You can buy train tickets online for each destination listed at www.nationalrail.com.
Ness Cove Beach, Devon
Population: 1,762
You won’t know this beach is here unless you’re looking for it. The cold winds that you would expect at the beach are blocked by the red-rock cliff that runs along the South Devon coast.
While you’re there, you may have the chance to ride the ferry to Teignmouth which can be a slight change from just walking along the sand.
During sunrise and sunset, you will be taken back by a picturesque view and for those of you with a four-legged friend, well they’re welcome all year round, too.
Train station: Teignmouth
Barafundle Bay, Wales
Population: 122,440
Anyone who wants to escape a busy city must put a visit to Barafundle Bay on their ‘to-do’ list. Wales is well-known for having one of the most stunning coastlines in Britain and this section of it is no exception.
To get onto the beach you first need to walk across a cliff top path and then through a stone archway.
Its immaculate sands are due to the lack of surrounding facilities, however, if there was a place to be alone with your thoughts, this is it.
Train station: Pembroke
Looe Beach, Cornwall
Population: 5,280
First and foremost, take your camera! Looe Beach is known for lending itself to create spectacular photos.
If you enjoy variety in your holidays, you’ll love it here. Between the Monkey Sanctuary, the Fishing Village and The Eden Project you won’t be disappointed in the range of activities for all ages.
You may even find yourself snorkelling during your time there.
Train station: Looe
Morecambe Bay, Lancashire
Population: 45,000
If you’re looking to spend 90% of your holiday outdoors taking breaks only to figure out what you’re doing next, look no further!
Morecambe Bay offers a wide range of outdoor activities in which you could be parachuting, windsurfing, horse-riding and more!
Or perhaps you prefer to watch nature in its own habitat, in which case you can find seals lounging around and there multiple birdwatching opportunities. However, you must be aware of the high and low tide times before you plan your day.
Train station: Morecambe
We hope we’ve found somewhere for you to visit this summer – remember to book your train tickets to these wonderful locations at www.nationalrail.com.
