Essex Towns included in best seasides list

They were ranked with an overall percentage and given stars for things like tourist attractions and beaches.

Author: Rosa BownPublished 19th Jul 2024
Last updated 19th Jul 2024

Two Essex towns have been named among the best seaside destinations in the country.

Which? placed Frinton- on- sea 20th out of more than 100 resorts in it's survey,

The towns were scored in stars on topics such as beaches, value for money, pier/seafront, tourist attractions, value for money, scenery, shopping, parking, and food and drink.

The town gained five stars for 'beaches' and 'peace and quiet' .

Southend-on-Sea also got a mention, earing three stars for it's seafront, tourist attractions, and shopping, though scoring only one star for scenery and peace and quiet.

Bamburgh in Northumberland came out on top for the second straight year.

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