SANDS AMAZING UK's best beach revealed

UK's best beach revealed

The UK's best beach has been revealed - and it's perfect for people who want to get away from the crowds.

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As part of the Times' Best 50 beaches in the UK, Towans in Hayle, Cornwall, was named the overall winner.

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The three-mile stretch of sand came out on top after 543 beaches were rated on factors such as car parking, loos, and dog-friendliness.

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Judges praised the "undeveloped and largely unknown stretch of sand, rock, cliff and dune across the bay from the overcrowded St Ives".

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They also highlighted the "phenomenal" sunsets, excellent water quality, water sports equipment rental and two excellent cafés (Cove Café and the Jam Pot Café).

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The beach itself remains uncrowded due to the dunes being a Site of Special Scientific Interest meaning nothing can be built on them.

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There are a number of accommodation options nearby and one of the closest is Haven's Riviere Sands Holiday Park at the south end of the beach.

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