Plan a stylish seaside escape

THE timeless swish of the waves is always an irresistible draw, instantly switching off stress. But there’s much else to enjoy at the modern seaside.

The great British coast now provides us with gourmet restaurants, stylish hotels, cottages and lodges with wi-fi and satellite TV, plus a bucket and spade-load of fun.

With nearby stately homes and gardens to explore, plus a calendar of lively events, it’s the place to be this summer.

nWALK a stretch of the newly opened Llyn coastal pathway in North Wales, where you have a good chance of seeing puffins and seals or dolphins close to the shore.

This scenic peninsula is a hidden gem, with much to see on the doorstep, including historic homes and castles. From Aberdaron, follow history’s pilgrims to Bardsey Island. Or take the mountain railway up Snowdon, known as the ‘rooftop of Wales’. Find a picturesque property through