REVEALED: THE BEST UK SUNBATHING SPOTS…
With that in mind, here at Cult Beauty, we’ve done the hard work for you and searched high and low for the best sunbathing spots in the UK. Using four different ranking factors (ranging from the average temperature of each location to its average rainfall during the summer months) we’ve rounded up the top 20 suntraps that make everyday a holiday – whether you’re in your local park or on a cross-country getaway. And if that wasn’t enough, we’ve also given you a sneak peek into all the sun-shielding saviours that will be accompanying us on our daily outings…
THE BEST UK SUNBATHING SPOTS
Our top 20 sunbathing spots feature parks and beaches spanning all over the country, from the shores of Dorset to the greens of London, Cornwall and beyond…
1) Richmond Park, London
Sitting comfortably at number one is London’s largest Royal Park, Richmond Park. Originally dubbed the Manor of Sheen by King Edward I, it was renamed in 1501 by King Henry VII. Home to approximately 650 deer and 30 lakes and ponds, it stretches over 2,500 acres – so you can enjoy a different location with every visit.
2)Hampstead Heath, London
Tucked away in the heart of north London, Hampstead Heath sprawls over 800 acres and has some of the most iconic views of the city. A prime location to escape your everyday and find your creative flair, it’s not only the setting that inspired C.S Lewis to write
3) Cannock Chase Country Park, Staffordshire
Located in the Midlands, Cannock Chase Country Park strikes the perfect balance between an active and relaxing day out. While there’s woodland walks and cycling trails for those who prefer to be on the move, there’s also peaceful places to lay down, relax and enjoy the warm, summer breeze.
4)Windsor Great Park, Berkshire
Filled with forests, grasslands, lakes and gardens – not to mention farms, a vineyard and residential lettings – Windsor Great Park covers 15,800 acres stretching from Windsor Castle to Camberley and everywhere in between. A prime place for picnics and days spent soaking up the sun, it surrounds you with flourishing florals and focuses on the sun’s energy with its annual summer solstice bathing event.
5) Weymouth Beach, Dorset
Awarded TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice Awards in 2024 and ranked the 19th best beach in Europe, Weymouth Beach is overlooked by the Georgian seafront on the Jurassic Coast. Set on sandy shores and the town’s sheltered bay, the resort is renowned for its shallow waters and balmy bathing spots. Deck chairs at the ready…
WHAT TO PACK FOR YOUR SUNBATHING SESSION
So, now we know where to spend the sunnier days in the UK, it’s time to pack your bags and enjoy the rays – the safe way…
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So there you have it, now you know all the best sunbathing spots in the UK, all that's left to do is pack your SPF and relax under the sun's rays.
*METHODOLOGY*
This dataset ranks the top 25 sunbathing spots across the UK. To do this, four different factors were used. Once the data for the factors was collected, it was then totalled and ranked from highest to lowest based on total score.
The factors used are as follows:
Average monthly summer sunshine hours: the average monthly sunshine hours, are calculated by the average for the months June, July and August. Average temperature: the average summer temperature in degrees Celsius, calculated from the average temperatures for June, July and August. Average monthly summer rainfall: the average amount of rainfall in mm, per month in the summer on average, calculated from the monthly rainfall for June, July and August. Number of TikTok hashtags: the number of hashtags for each location on TikTok, indicating the popularity of the location.
