{"id":12256,"date":"2023-11-05T06:29:05","date_gmt":"2023-11-05T06:29:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cooncampsprings.com\/?p=12256"},"modified":"2023-11-05T06:29:05","modified_gmt":"2023-11-05T06:29:05","slug":"i-visited-one-of-the-uks-most-underrated-seaside-resorts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cooncampsprings.com\/travel\/i-visited-one-of-the-uks-most-underrated-seaside-resorts\/","title":{"rendered":"\u2018I visited one of the UK\u2019s most underrated seaside resorts\u2019"},"content":{"rendered":"

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The UK is home to so many pretty seaside towns, but some of the most popular spots can feel overcrowded in peak season. Bournemouth Beach is regularly named one of the UK\u2019s best in Tripadvisor rankings, but it\u2019s very popular in summer.<\/p>\n

St Ives, one of Cornwall\u2019s most popular seaside towns, is even considering introducing a tourist tax to combat overtourism. Luckily, there are a few British seaside spots that aren\u2019t quite as crowded.<\/p>\n

I recently visited Southsea, a small seaside resort just outside of Portsmouth city centre. The pebbly beach has plenty of quieter areas even in the peak of summer.<\/p>\n

Dogs are allowed on some areas of the beach so it\u2019s also a great place to take them for a winter walk.<\/p>\n

Southsea might not be quite as cute as St Ives but with incredible views of the Solent, it\u2019s definitely a beach destination that deserves more attention.<\/p>\n

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The horizon is broken by sea forts, which were originally built to protect maritime access to Portsmouth Harbour when the UK felt under threat from Napoleon. They make for an atmospheric view, whatever the season.<\/p>\n

Southsea\u2019s promenade is the ideal place to ride a bike, go for a beach walk or relax on a bench and watch the view.<\/p>\n

Just a few steps back from the promenade, tourists will find the pretty Southsea Rose Gardens, which has blooms of every colour and hue.<\/p>\n

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