Indholdsfortegnelse for February 2026 i Coast

Like many people, my happiest childhood memories are of British seaside holidays, whether it was searching for semiprecious stones on the pebble beaches of Scotland or collecting cowrie shells on the sandy beaches of the Isles of Scilly. I grew up in Brighton, where I enjoyed the legacy of the Victorians’ passion for our coastal air, visiting the pier regularly and taking in the beautiful architecture and wide promenades that remain today. Whatever the weather, there was always something fun to do, or an adventure to be had, whether this was sailing from Brighton Marina to the Isle of Wight, beachcombing on a grey day for driftwood to make a shelter, or even swimming, sunbathing and eating ice cream on a glorious summer’s day. British holidays dropped in popularity temporarily…

1 THESE WELLIES The 100% waterproof XTRATUF® Women’s Legacy Boot combines seafaring heritage with style – and for each pair sold, a donation is made to The Fishermen’s Mission (£124, xtratuf.co.uk). 2 THIS SNOOD This lovely mackerelprint snood by Driftwood Designs offers layers of protection from the wind, making it the perfect accessory for walking on wintry days (£16, driftwooddesigns.co.uk). 3 THESE SLIPPERS Comfy and beautiful, Vionic slippers are ideal when it’s time to cosy up after a coastal adventure. We love the Izzy, a supportive shearling-lined clog design with soft suede details (£85, vionicshoes.co.uk). 4 THIS CUSHION Featuring seaside icons in a bright palette, this Jonathan Adler cushion uses concentric cord embroidery and metallic thread to bring coastal sparkle to any home (£130, uk.jonathanadler.com). WHAT’S FLOATING YOUR BOAT? Let…

WATER TESTING KIT FOR SAFER WILD SWIMMING SwimSense is a pocket sized water testing kit by Sundfoerr which is ideal for wild swimmers, surfers, paddleboarders, families and any aquatic adventurers enjoying the coast. One of the first products of its kind, the kit lets you check water quality, with real-time results in just a few minutes, allowing users to make safer choices before getting into the sea, lakes or rivers. It tests for 16+ key parameters, including ammonia nitrogen, pollutants and the factors that matter most to outdoor water users (sundfoerr.com). RESTORING THE GUIDE OF DUNKIRK The Guide of Dunkirk is a historic motor lifeboat, famed as one of the ‘Little Ships’ in the Dunkirk evacuation during World War II. Damaged under enemy fire, her transom showing shell impacts, she…

In this deliciously laid-out cookbook, chef Stephen Harris welcomes us into his seaside kitchen in Whitstable to discover his favourite ingredients and apply the simple ethos of his award-winning restaurant to home cooking. The Sportsman has been operating since Stephen took over a run-down pub on the Kent coast in 1999 and turned it into an extraordinary establishment with his pared-back style of cooking, earning (and retaining) a Michelin star along the way. In chapters including Dinner, Nostalgia, Christmas and An Ode to Cream, Stephen captures the beauty of simple yet delicious cooking and champions seasonal local produce. With dishes such as Pork Chop with Charred Leeks, Coq au Vin, Cream of Tomato Soup and Blackcurrant and Almond Tart, he reintroduces familiar favourites, made easier and much better. Between the…

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1 FOR A BEACH HORSE RIDE CLYDESDALE BEACH RIDE, AYRSHIRE Trotting along the beach with the sea breeze in your face is one of the world’s most exhilarating horseback experiences. You can make this a reality in west Scotland where Blackstone Clydesdales offers beach rides on its magnificent Clydesdale horses for experienced riders, from £130 per person. It’s not only a rare chance to ride this Scottish breed on lovely Ayr Beach, but also a great way to learn more about the horses at first hand. Overnight stays at Blackstone Farm – in the 18th-century farmhouse or glamping in the Four Seasons Shepherd’s Shack – are available to anyone booking experiences with the Clydesdales and cost from £115 per person (blackstoneclydesdales.co.uk). 2 FOR A UNIQUE SAILING EXPERIENCE A SALT MARSH…

I spend months travelling the coast in my motorhome, returning with a full sketchbook: the soft blue-greens of Pembrokeshire, the dramatic rock formations of Shetland, the light-drenched coves of North Cornwall. The sea brings a stillness in me – it’s in my bones. As a contemporary landscape artist with an instinct for water and rock, I paint seascapes from memory and emotion, inspired by the elemental pull of the tide. After 28 years in education, including time as headteacher for a school supporting autistic children, I made the leap to become a full-time artist in 2022. Post-Covid-19, I felt spent. I realised if I didn’t start painting now, I never would. I began painting full time and enrolled in a ‘how to get gallery ready’ course. That reignited my creativity.…

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FIND OF THE MONTH The perfect addition to a holiday by the sea, wellbeing lovers can now hire their own mobile sauna from Devon-based workshop Out of the Valley. The sauna seats six people and is available to rent for around £3,000 for a week (outofthevalley.com). MELODIES BY THE SEA The annual Hastings International Piano Competition returns this February – 40 young pianists from around the globe will gather to compete in front of international juries and live audiences against the seaside backdrop of the White Rock Theatre. The event includes affordable tickets and open rehearsals, offering the gift of classical music to everyone (hastingsinternationalpiano.org). BEAUTIFUL BLANKET INSPIRED BY HARRIS The Isle of Harris Distillery has teamed up with Scottish homeware brand Bluebellgray to create a limited-edition blanket – it…

I live about five minutes outside Newquay – close enough to the buzz, but tucked away in the quiet where I can hear the gulls and watch the big skies. Crantock is my daily beach. I swim there most days between March and October and no two dips are ever the same. Some mornings the sea is glassy calm, others it’s wild – but however it greets me, I always come out feeling lighter, calmer, more alive. Being in the water puts everything back into perspective. I worked in fashion buying for almost 20 years, much of it in the surf industry, before the pandemic nudged me back to my paints. I began painting seascapes to feel closer to the beaches I couldn’t reach during lockdown. What started as a…

‘Afteralmost 100 years on the planet, I now understand the most important place on Earth is not on land, but at sea,’ says Sir David Attenborough. In 2026, to mark his centenary year, this message will be brought vividly to life in a powerful live experience: Ocean in Concert. Touring five cities in the UK and Ireland, the event pairs the celebrated feature documentary Ocean with a soaring live orchestral performance of its original score by the Academy Award-winning composer Steven Price. First released in May 2025 to coincide with Sir David’s 99th birthday, the film is as visually stunning as it is emotionally urgent, taking viewers deep beneath the waves to explore the breathtaking beauty and profound importance of the ocean. Through never-before-seen footage of vibrant coral reefs, vast…

1 BALCARY TOWER NEAR PALNACKIE, DUMFRIES AND GALLOWAY Originally a private residence, this striking tower house was built around 1860 and stands proudly above the Solway Firth in Dumfries and Galloway. Set within 19 acres of grounds, down a long, treelined avenue, it offers ultimate seclusion. The tower has been beautifully restored to provide a blend of history and comfort, with panoramic views over Balcary Bay and the open sea towards Hestan Island. Inside, guests can enjoy stunning sea views and wood-burning stoves, and there are terraces for watching the sun set over the water. The property sleeps up to eight in four bedrooms with four bathrooms and a week’s stay starts from £2,537 – around £45 pp pn (sykescottages.co.uk). 2 HEATH HOUSE THORPENESS, SUFFOLK Tucked away in the pretty…

1 NEAR BOSCASTLE, CORNWALL Guide price £1,150,000 Perched on an unspoiled stretch of the North Cornwall coast, this Grade II-listed four-bedroom farmhouse comes with a one bedroom annexe and a three bedroom barn conversion, all beautifully presented and offering great lifestyle or business opportunities. John Bray Estates (01208 862601, johnbrayestates.co.uk). 2 OLD HUNSTANTON, NORFOLK Guide price £1,795,000 This stylish four-bedroom new build features distinctive Norfolk flint walls inside and out and is a walk away from golden sands and the Hunstanton Golf Club’s links course. Made for modern living, it has a balcony with sea views, and the open-plan kitchen, dining and lounge area connects directly to the garden for year round fresh sea air. Sowerbys (01485 533666, sowerbys.com). 3 ST MARY’S, ISLES OF SCILLY Guide price £1,200,000 Vine Cottage…

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My favourite stretch of coastline has to be the South Coast – all of it. I’ve got decades of memories dotted along its length. I was born into a theatrical family and spent much of my childhood following my parents as they put on shows in seaside towns – Brighton, Hastings, Weymouth. My dad was a producer and comedian, my mum a singer. We were like travelling troubadours. I was christened in Mousehole in Cornwall while they were doing a show. Brighton and Hove hold a special place in my heart – we performed at the West Pier for nearly a decade. Later, when I started doing TV myself, including Duncan Dares, I came back to walk the South Downs, hang glide (with a dramatic crash) and tackle a 30-mile…