The British are sincerely embraced their stay trends, and fresh data from the post office shows that eight in ten people chose UK-based holidays.
Millennials (87%) and couples (85%) are at the forefront of this movement, with Cardiff (85%) and Sheffield (84%) being said to be the hubs of the most staying enthusiasts.
A huge 69% (7/10) of Britons are happy to choose to stay in the UK over the foreign jet this year, and have firmly placed their UK holidays on the map. This figure jumps to 76% of people aged 25-34 and 77% of those aged 35-44.
For many, the appeal of British beaches is fascinating, almost a third of people asked, saying that UK beaches are the top lodging spots. And according to data, Weymouth Beach is the most popular beach destination, closely followed by Brighton and Sandbank.
Recently, Weymouth Beach, which was crowned the UK's best beaches by TripAdvisor, was a hit among Holiday Garbers. Surrounded along the breathtaking Jurassic Coast, it is not only welcomed as the number one in the UK, but also ranked 20th among Europe's finest coasts and has been marked for the fourth consecutive year in the Elite Trunk.
In 2024, Weymouth Beach was once again awarded the prestigious Blue Flag and Seaside Award for another year.
Why is Weymouth Beach so special?
Next to a typical British seaside town, Weymouth Beach is famous for its amazing golden sand, always dotted with deck chairs of all colours and gorgeous little beach sheds. Georgian architecture along the seaside adds the town's historic and unique charm and attracts travelers from all over Europe. Its picturesque seaside also provides excellent backgrounds for sailing events.
Perfect for family trips, Weymouth boasts safe, shallow water perfect for children. In the summer, visitors can enjoy traditional punch and judy shows, donkey rides and pedalo rentals.
Some quirky and unique facts about Weymouth set it apart from the usual seaside beach town, including a photograph taken in Weymouth Bay in 1856 by William Thompson, considered the world's first underwater snapshot.
Historically, Weymouth was two towns, one on either side of the port. While Weymouth lay south there was Melcom Regis between the sea and the north backwaters.
Since the 18th century, both towns have been connected by continuous bridges that extend into the narrowest part of the port. Built in 1930, the present Town Bridge is a lifting basal bridge that allows boats to access the inner harbor.
Weymouth has a rich history, but it's not always a good way to do it. Back in the 12th century, the town saw the unstoppable spread of the Dark Death. During World War II, it served as an important starting point for Normandy Landing.
With the warmer months approaching, Weymouth Beach will serve as a welcome addition to your travel itinerary this summer.
