SAUNTON, NORTH DEVON

Perfectly shingle-free and offering up three miles of glorious beach, Saunton Sands is the ideal place to soak up some sun and catch sight of a special sunset. If you’re a surfer, these waters are totally up your street – lessons are available for beginners.

And don’t suffer with sandy towels. Hire yourself some deckchairs, or go big and rent a colourful beach hut – ideal for travel-envy snaps. CBA to pack a picnic? Don’t worry, the Beachside Grill serves tasty seaside fare and, importantly, has toilets.