BEACHES IN CB6 2RL

HEACHAM BEACH

• Sea Region North Sea
• Water Type estuary
• Sat Nav Coordinates 52.9092, 0.4715
• Meets Blue Flag Directive? Yes

Heacham features two sandy beaches, North and South beach, and are ideal for lounging about on the golden sand or building sand castles with the children. It's the only beach in Norfolk that faces west, and it sits beautifully on the glorious North Norfolk coast.

Water quality: Bathing water at this beach meets or exceeds legal guidelines for water quality, and is safe for swimming/bathing.

Compliant with the Blue Flag Directive 2010.

HUNSTANTON MAIN BEACH BEACH

• Sea Region North Sea
• Water Type estuary
• Sat Nav Coordinates 52.9368, 0.4839
• Meets Blue Flag Directive? Yes

Located just outside Hunstanton in Norfolk, Main Beach is renowned for its famous white and red striped cliffs. When the tide goes out the glorious sandy beach is exposed, and is extremely popular in the summer months. Facilities include toilets, cafes, restaurants and pubs, and a leisure centre is situated nearby. A Sea Life centre can also be found nearby, and children can take donkey rides along the beach. Pay and display parking is available.

Water quality: Bathing water at this beach meets or exceeds legal guidelines for water quality, and is safe for swimming/bathing.

Compliant with the Blue Flag Directive 2010.

HUNSTANTON (OLD HUNSTANTON) BEACH

• Sea Region North Sea
• Water Type estuary
• Sat Nav Coordinates 52.9536, 0.4964
• Meets Blue Flag Directive? Yes

Head down to Old Hunstanton beach for some spectacular sunsets - this beach faces west so it gets plenty of sun exposure, giving it the nickname Sunny Hunny. With broad sandy beaches and lots of rock pools to explore, it's a fantastic destination for the whole family. The beach has been given a Blue Flag Award that recognises its high standard in quality and safety. Dogs not allowed on the main beach.

Water quality: Bathing water at this beach meets or exceeds legal guidelines for water quality, and is safe for swimming/bathing.

Compliant with the Blue Flag Directive 2010.

WELLS BEACH

• Sea Region North Sea
• Water Type C
• Sat Nav Coordinates 52.9735, 0.8491
• Meets Blue Flag Directive? Yes

Take a car from Wells and explore Wells beach with its fantastic views and excellent fish and chip shops. With a miniature railway for the whole family to enjoy, it's not all about sunbathing. Backed by pine trees and dunes, this unspoilt beach is perfect for birdwatching, although nearby you can take part in trampolining, boating, crazy golf and of course a bite to eat. A lifeguard is on duty at weekends from Wells Lifeguard Club. 300-space car park is nearby (pay and display).

Water quality: Bathing water at this beach meets or exceeds legal guidelines for water quality, and is safe for swimming/bathing.

Compliant with the Blue Flag Directive 2010.

SKEGNESS BEACH

• Sea Region North Sea
• Water Type C
• Sat Nav Coordinates 53.1437, 0.3527
• Meets Blue Flag Directive? Yes

The award-winning and renowned Skegness Beach is a long and sandy beach that has been given the coveted Blue Flag Award for its cleanliness and water quality. Lifeguards are on duty during the summer months. Central beach is close to the main promenade, so you can escape the sun and take a ride on the fair or a stroll around the shops. Kiosks, novelty shops, cafes and bars are available nearby, as are toilets and first aid facilities.

Water quality: Bathing water at this beach meets or exceeds legal guidelines for water quality, and is safe for swimming/bathing.

Compliant with the Blue Flag Directive 2010.

WEST MERSEA BEACH

• Sea Region North Sea
• Water Type estuary
• Sat Nav Coordinates 51.7703, 0.9303
• Meets Blue Flag Directive? Yes

Water quality: Bathing water at this beach complies with mandatory requirements for water quality, and is safe for swimming/bathing

Compliant with the Blue Flag Directive 2010.

BRIGHTLINGSEA BEACH

• Sea Region North Sea
• Water Type estuary
• Sat Nav Coordinates 51.8057, 1.0106
• Meets Blue Flag Directive? Yes

Water quality: Bathing water at this beach meets or exceeds legal guidelines for water quality, and is safe for swimming/bathing.

Compliant with the Blue Flag Directive 2010.

INGOLDMELLS SOUTH BEACH

• Sea Region North Sea
• Water Type C
• Sat Nav Coordinates 53.1873, 0.3574
• Meets Blue Flag Directive? Yes

A popular beach close to Skegness in Lincolnshire, Ingoldmells South Beach is a sandy beach with Fantasy Island theme park situated nearby. Public toilets are available next to the beach, and cafes and shops are also within a short distance.

Water quality: Bathing water at this beach meets or exceeds legal guidelines for water quality, and is safe for swimming/bathing.

Compliant with the Blue Flag Directive 2010.

DOVERCOURT BEACH

• Sea Region North Sea
• Water Type estuary
• Sat Nav Coordinates 51.9287, 1.2737
• Meets Blue Flag Directive? Yes

Situated between Walton and Manningtree in Essex, Dovercourt Beach could well be the best in Essex with its Blue Flag status. Renowned for being the location for the 80's sitcom Hi-De-Hi, there is plenty to do and see on and around the beach, including restaurants and hotels along the coast.

Water quality: Bathing water at this beach meets or exceeds legal guidelines for water quality, and is safe for swimming/bathing.

Compliant with the Blue Flag Directive 2010.

HAMPSTEAD HEATH (LADIES POND) BEACH

• Sea Region North Sea
• Water Type L
• Sat Nav Coordinates 51.5667, -0.1601
• Meets Blue Flag Directive? Yes

Water quality: Bathing water at this beach complies with mandatory requirements for water quality, and is safe for swimming/bathing

Compliant with the Blue Flag Directive 2010.

HAMPSTEAD HEATH (MENS POND) BEACH

• Sea Region North Sea
• Water Type L
• Sat Nav Coordinates 51.5633, -0.1566
• Meets Blue Flag Directive? Yes

Water quality: Bathing water at this beach meets or exceeds legal guidelines for water quality, and is safe for swimming/bathing.

Compliant with the Blue Flag Directive 2010.

CHAPEL ST LEONARD BEACH

• Sea Region North Sea
• Water Type C
• Sat Nav Coordinates 53.2234, 0.343
• Meets Blue Flag Directive? Yes

Awarded the Blue Flag Award for cleanliness, Chapel St. Leonard beach is the perfect place to unwind. Its sandy beach is great for activities and swimming, or just a stroll along the promenade to Chapel Point. Miles of sandy beach look out onto the North Sea.

Water quality: Bathing water at this beach meets or exceeds legal guidelines for water quality, and is safe for swimming/bathing.

Compliant with the Blue Flag Directive 2010.

HAMPSTEAD HEATH (MIXED POND) BEACH

• Sea Region North Sea
• Water Type L
• Sat Nav Coordinates 51.5606, -0.1663
• Meets Blue Flag Directive? Yes

Water quality: Bathing water at this beach complies with mandatory requirements for water quality, and is safe for swimming/bathing

Compliant with the Blue Flag Directive 2010.

FELIXSTOWE SOUTH BEACH

• Sea Region North Sea
• Water Type C
• Sat Nav Coordinates 51.9543, 1.3415
• Meets Blue Flag Directive? Yes

Felixstowe South Beach is a wonderful shingle and sand beach that slopes gently towards the clear sea. Set in front of seafront gardens and a promenade with amusements, this beach has been awarded a Blue Flag and an ENCAMS Seaside Award for quality of water, its facilities and cleanliness. A pier is available nearby, as is crazy golf and a leisure centre.

Water quality: Bathing water at this beach meets or exceeds legal guidelines for water quality, and is safe for swimming/bathing.

Compliant with the Blue Flag Directive 2010.

JAYWICK BEACH

• Sea Region North Sea
• Water Type C
• Sat Nav Coordinates 51.7726, 1.1128
• Meets Blue Flag Directive? Yes

Water quality: Bathing water at this beach meets or exceeds legal guidelines for water quality, and is safe for swimming/bathing.

Compliant with the Blue Flag Directive 2010.

SHERINGHAM BEACH

• Sea Region North Sea
• Water Type C
• Sat Nav Coordinates 52.9462, 1.2165
• Meets Blue Flag Directive? Yes

When the tide is in you'll be forgiven for thinking that Sheringham beach is just a stony beach. However, wait for the right time and when the tide has retreated you'll be treated to a vast expanse of sand and rock pools for the kids to explore. Awarded a Blue Flag for cleanliness and visitor facilities in 2005, the beach's facilities include amusement arcades, beach huts for hire, toilets and The North Norfolk Steam Railway, a ten minute walk from the beach.

Water quality: Bathing water at this beach meets or exceeds legal guidelines for water quality, and is safe for swimming/bathing.

Compliant with the Blue Flag Directive 2010.

FELIXSTOWE NORTH BEACH

• Sea Region North Sea
• Water Type C
• Sat Nav Coordinates 51.9603, 1.3551
• Meets Blue Flag Directive? Yes

A wonderful seaside beach with plenty to do and see. The beach itself is sand and shingle that slopes gently towards the sea in its own sheltered bay, and backed by a two-mile promenade and gardens. Local facilities include catering, toilets (including disabled facilities), and convenience stores. Parking for around 100 cars is available nearby. Don't forget the Martello Coast Path that runs by the beach, perfect for family walks or dog walking.

Water quality: Bathing water at this beach meets or exceeds legal guidelines for water quality, and is safe for swimming/bathing.

Compliant with the Blue Flag Directive 2010.

CLACTON BEACH MARTELLO TOWER BEACH

• Sea Region North Sea
• Water Type C
• Sat Nav Coordinates 51.7799, 1.1401
• Meets Blue Flag Directive? Yes

Water quality: Bathing water at this beach meets or exceeds legal guidelines for water quality, and is safe for swimming/bathing.

Compliant with the Blue Flag Directive 2010.

CLACTON (GROYNE 41) BEACH

• Sea Region North Sea
• Water Type C
• Sat Nav Coordinates 51.785, 1.1535
• Meets Blue Flag Directive? Yes

Water quality: Bathing water at this beach complies with mandatory requirements for water quality, and is safe for swimming/bathing

Compliant with the Blue Flag Directive 2010.

CLACTON BEACH

• Sea Region North Sea
• Water Type C
• Sat Nav Coordinates 51.793, 1.1713
• Meets Blue Flag Directive? Yes

Water quality: Bathing water at this beach meets or exceeds legal guidelines for water quality, and is safe for swimming/bathing.

Compliant with the Blue Flag Directive 2010.