Season: summer: Warm sunshine was the order of the day for this summer visit to Portobello beach in Edinburgh. There was an exuberant atmosphere to suit its metropolitan location, the promenade decorated with cafe chairs and tables, the sand thronged with playing children, adverts being filmed on the beach and couples strolling by the water’s […]
Season: autumn A bright, blowy day greeted me at Hengistbury Head for this visit. From my high vantage point on the Head, the morning sun lit the long beach, which stretches west down to Bournemouth and beyond. To the east are The Needles and the Isle of Wight and behind, to the north, is Mudeford […]
Season: winter I filmed the scene-setting piece at high tide in the morning and returned to interview Amy six hours later at low tide. From the serene arrival of the Gorran Haven training gig in the morning to the glassy reflection of the cliffs at low tide on the sand under the last bright light […]
Season: winter The Burnhams are considered by many to be the jewel in the crown of North Norfolk. Burnham Overy Staithe is a haven for sailing enthusiasts and has a well-to-do, characterful atmosphere. A channel leads out to the sea and a twenty minute walk takes visitors out to a wonderful, unspoilt beach, which itself […]
Season: winter Poldhu Cove has a deep, flat beach, which is particularly attractive at low tide. In a natural setting and with dunes and a discreet car park behind, there is an unspoilt feel to the beach. Even the beach cafe nestles quietly in the top corner among the dunes. This is a great location […]
