Us Brits have been going to the seaside for as long as we can remember. As soon as the sun comes out when pack the towels, a picnic and the suncream and head of to the nearest seaside resort.  Resorts such as Blackpool, Bournemouth, Barmouth, Margate and Tenby are typical seaside towns that continue to draw thousands of tourists year upon year. As long as there is sand and sea, the tourists will come.

If you are looking for a family holiday for a weekend or week away then you may want to explore one of the companies that specialise in these sorts of UK holidays. Butlins and Pontins are two of the largest family holiday resorts and they are situated all over the UK. They have resorts in beach locations as well as in shore and there’s a wealth of activities for all the family. Minehead Butlins offers a wide range of activities for children and adults of all ages and has a golden sandy beach literally a stone’s throw away from the resort entrance.

You may pay a little more than a standard campsite to stay at one of these resorts but once you are there, you do not have to spend much on entertainment as it is all provided on site. With kids clubs, evening entertainment and soft play / outdoor play areas, there is something for everyone.

You can often chose the standard of your accommodation, meaning if you want a little more luxury you can pay to upgrade to a larger apartment or one with a sea view.