{"id":2673,"date":"2025-05-13T16:03:14","date_gmt":"2025-05-13T16:03:14","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.mugfoundry.com\/?p=2673"},"modified":"2025-05-20T13:07:59","modified_gmt":"2025-05-20T13:07:59","slug":"the-uk-beach-with-crystal-clear-waters-named-the-best-hidden-coastal-gem","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.mugfoundry.com\/index.php\/2025\/05\/13\/the-uk-beach-with-crystal-clear-waters-named-the-best-hidden-coastal-gem\/","title":{"rendered":"The UK beach with \u2018crystal clear waters\u2019 named the best hidden coastal gem"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Looking for a spot of sunshine? The UK\u2019s best hidden coastal gem has been named (Picture: Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

With spring in full swing, temperatures across the UK are soaring \u2013 and, quite frankly, so are our vitamin D <\/a>levels.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re looking to get your tan on at the beach while the sunshine\u2019s out, the UK\u2019s best hidden coastal gems<\/a> have been named \u2013 and one Welsh location has come out on top.<\/p>\n

Just south of Holyhead lies Trearddur Bay<\/strong>, which a new study has praised as one of the \u2018most prestigious\u2019 beaches <\/a>in Anglesey.<\/p>\n

Not only does it have \u2018crystal clear<\/a> waters,\u2019 but it\u2019s relatively quiet \u2013 so you won\u2019t find yourself competing with hundreds of other beachgoers for a spot.<\/p>\n

The research<\/a>, which analysed Met Office data, local attractions and social media comments across more than 250 coastal towns, described the bay as the \u2018perfect playground for water sports enthusiasts with kayak and paddleboard rental available.\u2019<\/p>\n

Trearddur Bay was given an attraction score of two and an Instagram score of 10, while its sunshine and rainfall were placed at seven and eight respectively.<\/p>\n

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In joint second place, Insure4Boats named Goodrington and Salcombe Regis down in Devon \u2013 and with 49 local attractions, it was the top scorer of all the picks on the activities front.<\/p>\n

And just 38 minutes away from London by train, Lydd-on-Sea in Kent ranked in joint third place alongside Mwnt in Ceredigion, Wales, which had a sunshine score of seven. Shall we pack the sun cream?<\/p>\n

Things to do near Trearddur Bay<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Thinking of visiting? Trearddur Bay isn\u2019t the only beachy offering in the area: it\u2019s neighboured by Porth Diana Beach, an ideal location for rock pooling.<\/p>\n

For a spot of food, there\u2019s Ocean\u2019s Edge Restaurant, The Driftwood Bar & Restaurant or the Sea Shanty Caf\u00e9. <\/p>\n

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Porth Diana neighbours Trearddur Bay, too (Picture: Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The latter is right next to the beach, and serves up plenty of fish and seafood, including scallops, moules frites, Thai fish cakes and cod.<\/p>\n

Keen walkers can amble along the Anglesey Coastal Path, which spans an impressive 135 miles.<\/p>\n

The Trearddur Bay section has even been labelled the \u2018most attractive<\/a>\u2019 part of the walk, as it passes an Iron Age hillfort, the South Stack lighthouse and RSPB site Twr Elin.<\/p>\n

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Local favourite alert!\ud83d\udcab We popped by Trearddur Bay for a delicious lunch, we just had to go into The Stores + have the best sandwich we\u2019ve ever had! \ud83e\udd6a If you\u2019re looking for a peaceful spot to unwind and enjoy, this is it! #girlsinwales<\/a> #wales<\/a> #northwales<\/a> #foryoupage<\/a> #fyp<\/a> #trearddurbay<\/a> #anglesey<\/a> #angleseyfood<\/a> <\/p>\n

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Slightly further afield, Newborough National Nature Reserve and Forest offers up some extra greenery, while there\u2019s history to be found at Holyhead Maritime Museum.<\/p>\n

What visitors are saying about Trearddur Bay<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Visitors have long been preaching the beauty of Trearddur Bay. Over on the r\/Wales<\/a> Subreddit, @Gozaradio said that they\u2019ve spent \u2018summer evenings sitting on the beach with a few drinks\u2019 on their \u2018various visits\u2019 over the years.<\/p>\n

\u2018The arts centre at the top of the town is worth a look, especially if there\u2019s something on in the evening. In a converted church and the main hall has a really nice atmosphere for acoustic music,\u2019 they added.<\/p>\n

When Eleanor F visited from Cheshire, she was met with a \u2018very clean beach with gorgeous sand.\u2019<\/p>\n

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

    \u2018The sea was so clear,\u2019 she wrote on Tripadvisor<\/a>, applauding the caf\u00e9 and ice cream shop nearby.<\/p>\n

    Alongside his five-star review, Peter V recommended \u2018an outdoor beer at Sea Shanty, or good value meal on the patio at Ocean\u2019s Edge.\u2019<\/p>\n

    \u2018The sea is lovely and half the beach dog friendly,\u2019 he added.<\/p>\n

    Meanwhile, Kellie M praised the variety of coves in the area, noting that there were \u2018lots of different and secluded places with great views and crystal clear waters.\u2019<\/p>\n

    Do you have a story to share?<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Get in touch by emailing MetroLifestyleTeam@Metro.co.uk<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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