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Whether it’s a gentle stroll on the beach or an immersive plunge in the waves, even a couple of hours of fresh sea air, or blue space wellness, can lower stress and improve mood by raising serotonin levels. This year, ditch unrealistic resolutions and plan regular breaks to the coast. Enjoy fun water sports, great new beach saunas and the healthiest freshest seafood. The coast is a spa like no other and best of all, it’s completely free. Check out our round-up of hot destinations and book through the one-stop tool at England’s Coast

England’s Coast vows to offer a Christmas Cracker this festive period. With a nifty website planning tool making it easy to browse more than 2,300 coastal gems from cosy hotels, B&Bs, self-catering properties to thrilling activities, attractions and eateries. Enjoy the breathtaking English coastline this festive season and check out low and no-cost family events.

Discover a world of new holiday experiences on England’s Coast, come and meet representatives from the North York Moors National Park, East Yorkshire, the city of Hull and England’s Coast in Hall 9 stand C088.

The coast is changing and is the frontline for climate change; we have all seen the images of massive floods and coastal erosion, and many of us want to play our part to protect it and support coastal communities. England’s Coast wants to raise awareness of the ever-pressing need to look after our coast – now more importantly than ever – and to invite everyone to commit to being a more thoughtful visitor by signing the Pledge.

What better way to explore the English coast than with your stomach this harvest season? With more than 300 species of fish, one of Europe’s longest coastlines, and a plethora of restaurants, seafood shacks and pubs offering the freshest sustainable and line-caught fish and seafood – as well as other quality seasonal produce found locally – there’s a multitude of ways to discover the great English coastline.

The nights may be drawing in, the trees looking barer, and the rain lashing the windows, but there’s never been a cosier time to wrap up in your fleece and waterproofs, lace up those hiking boots, and prepare for an all-weather break on the coast. Think windswept cliff walks, flasks of hot chocolate on the beach, stargazing on beautifully clear night skies, and tucking into hearty fare and warming red wines and ales by the fireside at a cosy pub.

The south coast offers a plethora of ways to take enjoy the fresh air and seaside this winter, from Dover to Dorset. Explore some of the cosiest options. The nights may be drawing in, the trees looking barer, and the rain lashing the windows, but there’s never been a cosier time to wrap up in your fleece and waterproofs, lace-up those hiking boots, and prepare for an all-weather break on the coast. Think windswept cliff walks, flasks of hot chocolate on the beach, stargazing on beautifully clear night skies, and tucking into hearty fare and warming red wines and ales by the fireside at a cosy pub.

he Seaside Heritage Network is delighted to announce its inaugural Bucket and Spade List, the Top Ten favourite seaside places and experiences as voted for by members of the public. 1. Saltburn Cliff Tramway, Saltburn-by-the-Sea 2. Blackpool Tower 3. Morecambe Winter Gardens 4. Silcock's Carousel, Southport 5. Donkey Rides, Weymouth 6. Papa's Fish & Chips, Cleethorpes 7. South Cliff Gardens, Scarborough 8. Dreamland Margate 9. Bournemouth Beach Huts 10.Babbacombe Model Village