A beach, perfect for a day trip from Liverpool, has been named one of the best in the UK. With the summer season fast approaching, are becoming a hot topic for those looking to enjoy some sun, sea, and sand. The UK boasts , from untamed shores to traditional seaside towns, offering a perfect retreat for every type of beachgoer.
Harlech in Gwynedd, Wales, has recently garnered attention after being featured by Conde Nast in its roundup of 'The Best Beaches in the UK'. The esteemed travel magazine highlighted Harlech for its stunning "golden sand beach". , overlooked by Harlech Castle and the mountains of Snowdonia, has been described as a 'haven of natural beauty'.
The beach can be easily reached from a nearby car park via a small path. It takes about two hours and 20 minutes to drive to from Liverpool. It's not just the flat sands that draw visitors, but also the dunes which have earned the area its status as a National Nature Reserve and Site of Special Scientific Interest.
It's also renowned for being one of the cleanest beaches in Snowdonia. Amenities near the beach include a shop, café and Royal St David's Golf Club, one of Britain's top links courses. Conde Nast Traveller said: "Harlech beach is huge enough that you'll feel completely alone, despite it being easily accessible with excellent facilities including toilets, shops and parking.
"One of the beach's major attractions is its clean golden sand, and it's been designated a National Nature Reserve and Site of Speci.