Over half of holidaying Britons stayed home last year, and the same trend is expected this year. With the weather heating up dramatically, more people than ever are heading to the UK’s glorious beaches.
Baywatch
Like many others this summer, this young girl and her family are making the most of the lovely weather and heading to the beach for a swim. Though we should always be careful when our kids splash in the water, this family doesn’t have much to fear.
Their giant Schnauzer keeps a close eye on their little one, never letting her take two steps further into the sea. The giant pooch lets the young girl hold on tightly to his fur, helping her stay balanced and upright. He may realise his little friend is having fun, but that doesn’t mean he’s taking his job as lifeguard any less seriously! What a wonderful, loyal companion!
Watch the adorable video below...
Beaches to head to with your dog
If you want to experience the sun and sea with your dog, you’d better start planning. British Variable weather has a nasty habit of cutting short a sun worshipper’s devotional! According to holidaycottage.co.uk, here are just a few UK places with dog-friendly beaches.
- Sandymouth, North Cornwall
- Perranporth Beach, North Cornwall
- Westward Ho!, North Devon
- Babbacombe, South Devon
- Berrow, Somerset
- Holkham Bay, Norfolk
- Milford-on-Sea, Hampshire
- Little Quay (Cei Bach), Ceredigion
- Climping, Sussex
Remember, these may be dog-friendly beaches, but you must check with local signage at the entrance to make sure you and your pet are permitted in the summer months.
Some district councils will give you a fixed penalty of £100 or more if you contravene the rules. East Devon Council, which controls the beaches of famous holiday resorts such as Dawlish and Teignmouth, are exceptionally strict and deploys wardens regularly.
