The world’s ‘best’ beach, a unique coastal sauna, a bustling harbour and the cutest ceramic studio – this tiny seaside resort really does have something for everybody
A picture postcard town in the UK has been crowned one of the country’s best travel destinations. It turns out, you don’t need to fly half way across the world to find beauty and tranquility. Golden sandy beaches, clear waters, gorgeous food and friendly locals – Britain has it all. The only thing we can’t promise is if the weather will be any good.
But sometimes, being cold can be part of the experience. To find the best winter staycations across the nation, travel experts over at holidaycottages.co.uk ranked towns based on their proximity to a cold plunge or coastal sauna. It’s the latest travel fad and has been linked to a slew of health benefits.
The small seaside town of Saundersfoot in Wales, nestled between Tenby and Amroth, scooped gold thaanks to its Sea and Steam sauna. “Set up by locals, Bryony and Kerry, it was inspired by their passion for connecting people with nature and the health benefits of using saunas,” holidaycottages.co.uk wrote. “Open all year round, the six-person hub features a built-in changing room and boasts breathtaking views across to Monkstone Point and Worms Head”.
If sweating the festive booze out of your body isn’t your idea of a good time, Saundersfoot offers so much more. It’s stunning wide flat beach, was once branded the best in the world – and has garnered a slew of five star reviews on sites like Tripadvisor. “The very popular sandy beach is a favourite destination for families and has shallow water, ideal for swimming,” said Visit Wales. “Canoeing, sailing, windsurfing and fishing are also available.”
The harbour at the south end of the town boasts a number of cafes, pubs, shops, and restaurants – if your morning swim has left you with an appetite. For those looking for a much more chilled and therapeutic break, you must try Periwinkle: an independent ceramic studio where you can paint your own mug while sipping on a coffee.
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Accommodation at Saundersfoot varies depending on your budget and expectations. For example, a two night stay in a B&B with a private bathroom will set you back £153; this is based on two people sharing a double room on Friday, January 10-12. A four star spa hotel costs £192 on the same dates.
Saundersfoot is a near five-hour drive from London, but is definitely worth the treck. Trains take a similar amount of time and will usually include at least one stop. Single adult fares can be purchased for around £56.
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