How is the Top 100 list compiled?

The ranking factors in government water quality compliance scores, RNLI lifeguard status, visitor feedback, environmental awards, and local amenities.

Official Top 100 UK Beaches

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Norfolk Excellent

Wells

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South East Excellent

Shoreham Beach

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South East Excellent

Hayling Eastoke

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South East Excellent

Whitecliff Bay

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From £473 Cornwall Hideaways

Maris Cottage

St Agnes St Agnes Coastal Stay

Maris Cottage is a cosy home from home, perfect for a family with small children or some surfing friends, tucked away in a quiet spot in the popular village of St Agnes.

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Dorset Excellent

Bournemouth Manor Steps

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Dorset Excellent

Poole Harbour Lake

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Devon Excellent

Exmouth

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Devon Excellent

Bovisand

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From £1,280 Rural Retreats

Sham Castle

Shropshire Coastal Stay

Built in 1780, this beautiful Grade II* Listed folly boasts far reaching, panoramic and spectacular views across rolling countryside across to the Wrekin from its enviable, elev...

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Wales Excellent

Rest Bay Porthcawl

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Pembrokeshire Excellent

Caerfai

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South East Excellent

Bracklesham Bay

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Cornwall Excellent

Cawsand

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From £860 Rural Retreats

Coach House (Hawling)

Gloucestershire Coastal Stay

The idyllic setting of the Coach House is very special, nestled in the grounds of the Grade II listed, 16th century Old Rectory, within the unspoilt village of Hawling, with stu...

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Yorkshire Excellent

Wilsthorpe

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North East Excellent

Seaton Carew North Gare

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Devon Excellent

Putsborough

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Devon Excellent

Warfleet Creek, Dart Estuary

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From £283 Dorset Hideaways

Dairy Barn

Wiltshire And Kilmington Coastal Stay

Dairy Barn is a charming single-storey retreat, perfect for couples or solo travellers seeking comfort, relaxation, and easy access to some of the South West's most beautiful co...

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Norfolk Excellent

Gorleston Beach

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South East Excellent

Cotswold Country Park and Beach

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Kent Excellent

Sheerness

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South East Excellent

Colwell Bay

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Summerfield House

Dorset Coastal Stay

Summerfield House is a beautifully refurbished former farmhouse that offers the perfect setting for memorable gatherings with family and friends. Combining elegant interiors wit...

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Devon Excellent

Seaton (Devon)

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Devon Excellent

Breakwater Beach (Shoalstone)

1 tip

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Cornwall Excellent

Porthcurnick

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Wales Excellent

Barmouth

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From £656 Cornwall Hideaways

Penrose Cottage

Bude Crackington Haven Coastal Stay

Just a mile from the beautiful beach at Crackington Haven near Bude, Penrose Cottage is a spacious and characterful five-bedroom home set in lovely mature gardens. Full of charm...

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North East Excellent

Blyth South Beach

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Cornwall Excellent

Millendreath

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Cornwall Excellent

Porthpean

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Cornwall Excellent

Gorran Haven Little Perhaver

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From £655 Rural Retreats

Stable Cottage

Sussex Coastal Stay

For guests seeking a perfect blend of adventure and relaxation, Stable Cottage offers a truly unique experience. The charming Grade II listed building is located within its own...

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Devon Excellent

Hartland Quay

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Wales Excellent

Trecco Bay Porthcawl

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Wales Excellent

Craig Du Beach Central

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Dorset Excellent

Bournemouth Southbourne

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Blackwood

Yorkshire Coastal Stay

Located just a stroll away from the town centre of Hornsea, and five minutes from the beach, Blackwood sits in the grounds of the owner's home, Ristonville, which was once home ...

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Dorset Excellent