This one takes a tiny bit more effort, but it’s worth it. For West Wittering, take the train to Chichester and hop on the 53 bus. You’ll end up on a huge, sandy, family-friendly beach with grassy dunes. It’s the kind of place where you can momentarily forget you live in a city.
Shoeburyness in Essex is the ultimate lazy option. From Fenchurch Street, it’s under an hour. The beach is long, flat, and never busy. You can walk for miles without seeing a single tourist shop. It’s the perfect spot for a quiet, tear-free picnic.
Why you should care:
Because sometimes you need silence, not a soundtrack of arcade machines. These beaches let you hear the waves properly. It’s a reminder that nature isn’t just something you swipe through on Instagram. You can feel it on your feet.
