10 best UK beaches to visit this summer including Maldives-like spots – you’ve probably never heard of most of them

WE ALL like to be beside the seaside and the UK is home to some wonderful seaside spots. With the UK summer still giving us heaps of sunshine, what better way to spend a day out? The UK is home to some amazing beaches, but have you heard of these must-visit spots? Credit: Alamy And Uber has revealed the top 10 bucket-list beaches to visit this summer, as part of UberSeaside, where you can get discounted local rides to head to overlooked beaches. So here are their top spots you should visit this summer. Sign up for the Travel newsletter Thank you! Lantic Bay, Cornwall Lantic Bay in Cornwall is often dubbed one of the county’s “best kept secrets” Credit: Alamy Dubbed one of Cornwall’s “best kept secrets”, head to Lantic Bay where you’ll find white sand and crystal clear waters. Owned by the National Trust, the cove never gets crowded making it the ideal spot to sunbathe in peace. Read more on travel inspo Swimming is not recommended at the cove though, as they can often be strong rip currents. The beach itself can be accessed by a 20 minute walk from a National Trust car park. One recent visitor said: “Lantic Bay is absolutely stunning – one of the most beautiful spots I’ve visited in Cornwall. The walk down is definitely long and steep, so good footwear is a must, but once you reach the bay, it’s completely worth it. “Crystal-clear water, peaceful surroundings, and incredible views. It felt like a little slice of paradise. I would definitely do it again!” Most read in Travel Pedn Vounder, Cornwall Pedn Vounder Beach in Cornwall sits between towering cliffs Credit: Alamy Also in Cornwall, you could head to Pedn Vounder, set between the cliffs of Treryn Dinas. The beach itself boasts turquoise water and white,sand making it look more like it is somewhere in the Mediterranean. A recent visitor said in an online review: “Possibly the best beach in the UK! “At low tide, the fairy pools open up around the rocks and are just magical! It was quiet, even in July and is definitely worth the walk down. Going back up is much easier.” Chapman’s Pool, Dorset Chapman’s Pool in Dorset is a great spot for fossil hunting Credit: Alamy Chapman’s Pool is a secluded beach that rarely gets crowded. The stoney beach is home to crystal clear waters that are often calm enough to go snorkelling in. When on the beach, make sure to have a look at the rocks as you may spot some fossils. The beach is about a 20 minute walk from a free car park. Mupe Bay, Dorset Mupe Bay also in Dorset, is another good fossil hunting spot Credit: Alamy Also in Dorset on the Jurassic Coast, you can head to Mupe Bay. The beach is a mix of sand and shingle. It is also surrounded by dramatic chalk cliffs and there is also the Fossil Forest nearby. Expect far fewer crowds compared to the busier Durdle Door. Achmelvich Beach, Highlands Achmelvich in Scotland isn’t far from the North Coast 500 route Credit: Alamy Up in Scotland, you could head to Achmelvich Beach which is an award-winning white sand beach with clear water. It is also the ideal stop off if you are travelling on the North Coast 500 route, as it is just three miles from the route. While at the beach you can head swimming or have a go at different water sports. A number of visitors have compared the spot to looking as if it is in the Maldives or in the Caribbean. Botany Bay, Kent Over in Kent, you could head to Botany Bay Credit: Alamy Botany Bay is one of the more well-known spots on this list, but is still stunning to visit. When the tide heads out, the beach is a great spot to go fossil hunting as well as exploring the numerous rock pools. Often called one of the UK’s most beautiful beaches, Botany Bay is also one of the warmest beaches in the UK in winter thanks to its location on the Channel. And it gets the least rain in the country too! Singing Sands, Isle of Eigg Singing Sands Beach in Scotland has white sand and crystal clear water Credit: Alamy Another spot to visit in Scotland is Singing Sands Beach. This is found on the northwest coast of the Isle of Eigg. It is known for its white sand that makes a ‘singing’ noise when you walk on it. The beach also boasts views of the neighbouring Isle of Rum. Luskentyre, Isle of Harris In Scotland, you can head to Luskentyre Beach on the Isle of Harris, which some visitors say feels like the Maldives Credit: Alamy Often named one of the best beaches in the UK and Europe, Luskentyre Beach on the Isle of Harris in the Outer Hebrides, Scotland, features miles of white sand and turquoise water. The beach is often quiet with no crowds as well. One visitor said: “Breathtaking beach felt like I was in Maldives! “A must visit! Loved the stunning scenery! If you don’t visit you are really missing out!” Traeth yr Ora, Anglesey In Wales, you can head to Traeth yr Ora Beach Credit: Alamy Over in Wales, you could head to Traeth yr Ora in Anglesey – a large beach with a mix of sand and shingle. The nearest parking is around a mile away so it is a bit of walk to the beach, but this usually results in it being quiet. The beach is also known for being a great spot to watch the sunset. If you are there at low tide, you might be lucky enough to see a shipwreck emerge from the water. Marloes Sands, Pembrokeshire At low tide, you can explore a number of rockpools at Marloes Sands Credit: Alamy Also in Wales, you could visit Marloes Beach which stretches for over a mile. Cliffs surround the beach and at low tide you will find lots of small rockpools to explore. From the beach, you can often spot seals in the water too. A recent visitor said: “Wow. This absolutely is the most beautiful beach I’ve ever been.” Comment now