A Suffolk beach has been ranked among the nation’s 50 best, according to a national newspaper.
The Times and Sunday Times’ Best UK Beaches list was released today, featuring Walberswick alongside five other East of England destinations.
Chris Haslam, The Times’ chief travel writer, personally visited and inspected every beach on the list over the last eight weeks.
He evaluated them on a rigourous 11-point inspection checklist, which included factors such as water quality, cleanliness, accessiblity, car-parking facilities, lifeguard presence, hygiene levels at toilets and showers and dog-friendliness.
Mr Haslam said: “My Jack Russell, Dave T Dog, and I have journeyed 5,583 miles and explored 543 beaches. 7
“The 50 beaches that made our list are graced with outstanding natural beauty, superb infrastructure and a clear sense of pride from those who live, work, and play there.
“I’m still in awe of the beauty of the UK coast. From Kynance to Caithness, and Brancaster to Benone, the beaches of Great Britain and Northern Ireland are the most magnificent on earth.”
Of the six East of England beaches on the list, Sheringham, in Norfolk, took the crown as the region’s best.
Also featuring were Holkham, Brantcaster, Burnham Overy Staithe (all in Norfolk) and Sutton on Sea, in Lincolnshire.
The 2024 guide, its 16th iteration, only features beaches with an ‘excellent’ water quality rating by the national environment agencies.
It will be published in print on July 21.