This scenic seaside spot beat beaches in Cornwall, Wales and Bournemouth
Many schools will be breaking up for October half term this weekend which makes it the perfect time to embark on a family day out. While your mind may turn to woodland walks at this time of year, a visit to the beach can be just as enjoyable in October as it is during the summer.
If you’re looking for a beach to visit this half term, a new study has named the best family-friendly beaches in the UK - and one which is only an hour from Manchester has made the cut. Formby Beach ranked fifth in the list, beating beaches in Cornwall, Wales and Bournemouth.The research, conducted by JoJo Maman Bebe, looked at the average rating of the beach and the number of reviews left on Google Maps to calculate a beach score, as well as the cities and towns closest to the beach.
The top ten family-friendly beaches in the UK A beautiful seaside spot, Formby Beach is no stranger to being named among the country’s best and was previously featured in a list of the best beaches in the UK by The Sunday Times. With golden sand dunes, gorgeous views and backed by a magnificent pine forest, it’s easy to see why.
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