'Quaint' UK Beach With 'Crystal Clear Waters' Crowned Best Coastal Hidden Gem in New Zealand

As spring reaches its peak, temperatures throughout the UK are climbing – and, honestly, so are ours. vitamin D levels.

If you want to work on your tan at the beach when the sun is shining, some of the top spots are in the UK. coastal hidden gems have been named – and one Welsh location has come out on top.

Directly south of Holyhead is Trearddur Bay , which a recent study has lauded as one of the 'most esteemed' beaches in Anglesey.

It not only has ' crystal clear "water," yet it remains fairly calm—meaning you won't have to vie for space among numerous other beach visitors.

The research , which analyzed Met Office information, nearby attractions, and social media feedback from over 250 seaside towns, referred to the bay as the 'ideal playground for water sports lovers where you can rent kayaks and paddleboards.'

Trearddur Bay received an attractiveness rating of two and an Instagram score of 10, with its sunshine and rainfall rankings set at seven and eight respectively.

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Tied for second place, Insure4Boats highlighted Goodrington and Salcombe Regis located in Devon – boasting 49 nearby attractions, it topped the list when it came to things to do.

Just a 38-minute train ride from London lies Lydd-on-Sea in Kent, sharing third place with Mwnt in Ceredigion, Wales. Both places boast an impressive sunshine score of seven. Should we remember our sunscreen?

Activities close to Trearddur Bay

If you're considering a visit, Trearddur Bay isn't your only seaside option; nearby lies Porth Diana Beach, perfect for some rock pooling fun.

If you're looking for some eats, consider visiting Ocean’s Edge Restaurant, The Driftwood Bar & Restaurant, or the Sea Shanty Café.

The place located near the shore offers an abundance of fish and sea delicacies such as scallops, moules frites, Thai fish cakes, and cod.

Eager hikers can stroll along the Anglesey Coastal Path, stretching an impressive 135 miles.

The Trearddrur Bay part has even been referred to as the ' most attractive As part of the hike, you'll go past an Iron Age hill fort, the South Stack lighthouse, and the RSPB site called Twr Elin.

A bit farther out, you can explore the lush landscapes of Newborough National Nature Reserve and Forest, and delve into history at the Holyhead Maritime Museum.

Here's what visitors have been sharing about Trearddur Bay:

Visitors have long been preaching the beauty of Trearddur Bay. Over on the r/Wales Subreddit, @Gozaradio said that they’ve spent ‘summer evenings sitting on the beach with a few drinks’ on their ‘various visits’ over the years.

'The art center up at the top of the town is definitely worth visiting, particularly if there's an event happening in the evening. It used to be a church and the main hall boasts a lovely ambiance for acoustic performances,' they mentioned additionally.

When Eleanor F visited from Cheshire, she was met with a ‘very clean beach with gorgeous sand.’

The top secret British coastal treasures, as chosen by Insure4Boats.

1. Trearddur Bay, Wales (overall score: 28)
2. Goodrington and Salcombe Regis, Devon (total score: 26)
3. Lydd-on-Sea in Kent and Mwnt in Ceredigion, Wales (aggregate score: 25)
4. Crimdon, County Durham (overall score: 24)
5. Ynyslas, Wales (overall score: 23)
6. Port Erin, Isle of Man (overall score: 21)
7. Whitepark Bay, Northern Ireland (total score: 19)
8. Ferryside, Wales (overall score: 18)
9. Collieston, Scotland (overall score: 17)
10. Llanddona, Wales (overall score: 16).

'The ocean was incredibly transparent,' she penned down. Tripadvisor , clapping for the café and ice cream shop nearby.

In addition to his five-star review, Peter V suggested trying 'a pint outdoors at Sea Shanty, or enjoying a budget-friendly meal on the terrace at Ocean’s Edge.'

'The ocean is beautiful, and the other half of the beach allows dogs,' he mentioned additionally.

Kellie M commended the assortment of coves in the region, mentioning that they had 'a multitude of distinct and hidden spots offering fantastic vistas and pristine waters.'

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This article was first published on May 13, 2025.

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