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Pauline Genevet

"Proud advocate" backs the city of culture bid - here's why

Ad Feature Your dream seaside escape could be closer than you think

People enjoying the bank holiday sun in Southsea at the water fountains in front of Southsea Castle . Pictured by Alec Chapman

14 fabulous things to do to keep your family entertained on a budget

People enjoying the bank holiday sun in Southsea at the water fountains in front of Southsea Castle . Pictured by Alec Chapman

City bursts into life as sweltering temperatures attracts the crowds

Rubbish dumped next to a litter bin in Southsea

Clear up underway as visitors flock to Southsea in sweltering weather

Mirabello Bay Luxury Resort

Discover Crete's hidden gem: Luxury and family bliss at Mirabello Bay

These nostalgic photos capture the joy of seaside holidays during the 60s and 70s

33 glorious photos capturing 60s and 70s seaside holiday memories

These photos capture some of the fun at Butlin's holiday camps during their golden era

39 photos capture golden age of Butlin's holiday camps

Seaside breaks don’t get more classic – and these Wowcher deals put the beach within reach from just £59.

Three bargain UK beach breaks from £59 on Wowcher

Britain's favourite seaside snacks named - but fish and chips did not make the list

Britain's top five favourite seaside snacks named

Domino's launches Domi Dog

Domino’s launch ‘Domidog’ - a robot K9 designed to deliver your pizza

A popular sea shanty crew lead a boozy sunset sing-along outside an RNLI station

Watch sea shanty crew's boozy sunset sing-along outside RNLI station

Inside Fortress Festival 2025. Hero image: 1349. Inset: Screengrabs from the video report including fans and (lower) Katherine Shepard aka Sylvaine. All photos credit Lucinda Herbert

Fortress Festival: Weekend of sun, sea and metal is a dream come true

A Dacia Spring-powered pop-up chip shop brings a sustainable twist to tradition

‘Chip Shop Diva’ hands out free chips for National Fish & Chip Day

New documentary explains how old Christmas trees are helping to protect the coast

Sand, Sea, Xmas Trees: How old festive saplings guard against floods

Pam and Gordon cook up some chaos with the Kitsch Kafe

Kitchen fires and SPAM: Hilarious look inside retro 'rolling' cafe
Take a peek inside this wacky street cafe, in a hilarious video that includes a disastrous cake-baking demonstration.
Lucinda Herbert

Saltmoore is a woodland haven near Whitby

We took our four-legged friend to Whitby for a posh hotel break

Linda Adams plays Mrs Crossley - the Blackpool landlady who helped to get justice for murder victims of serial killer George Smith.

I found a dead bride in my hotel. I proved husband was a serial killer

Fish and Chips: 10 of the best areas to visit in the UK for a chippy

The 10 best UK areas for fish and chips

Lee and Julie Gregory with the model of Polperro in Cornwall which is now up for sale.

Watch: 'Britain's coolest town' for sale for £725k - in mini version

The 21 best seaside towns for fish and chips - according to Which? (Photo: Adobe Stock)

The best UK towns to visit for traditional fish and chips

Southsea Castle - otherwise known during Victorious as Henry's House!

Secret set times confirmed on Victorious app

(Photos: Getty Images)

7 most affordable UK coastal areas for budget-friendly living unveiled

A rescue dog who was badly mistreated after she refused to fight has enjoyed a special outing - on a Cane Corso walk!

Watch: Ex-breeding dog gets a special trip out - on a Cane Corso walk

Jim Moir illustrates members of the public at the seaside

Comedian surprises seaside-goers by illustrating members of the public

Stunning £4.5m seaside home up for grabs in prize draw

Gala Bingo is launching the world’s first ‘fish and chip hotel’ prototype in Blackpool this weekend offering visitors free fish, chips and peas.

The top 40 things that make the perfect day by the seaside
The perfect day by the seaside includes friends, fish and chips – and the smell of fried donuts.
Richard Jenkins

Children run through the sand dunes as the sun sets behind Bamburgh Castle

Survey reveals best seaside destinations - is your area on the list?

Travelodge is set to open 300 news hotels across the UK in a huge expansion the budget chain dubbed a lucrative opportunity for local councils.

Breaking Over 140,000 rooms for £38 or less made available by Travelodge

A breath of fresh sea air with a coastal break

These are the winning family-friendly holiday destinations in the UK

Seaside camping breaks to escape lockdown blues

Flowvers performing at The Wedgewood Rooms, 2019. Picture by Paul Windsor

New music club night is being launched in Southsea by rising indie stars Flowver...

Flowvers are at The Wedgewood Rooms, Southsea on October 12. Picture by Davetbythesea

Portsmouth's Flowvers play The Wedgewood Rooms as they aim to be 'the best band ...

Flowvers are at The Wedgewood Rooms, Southsea on October 12. Picture by Davetbythesea

Portsmouth's Flowvers play The Wedgewood Rooms as they aim to be 'the best band ...

Colour of The Jungle are at Victorious 2019

Victorious Festival bring a dash of Colour of The Jungle to the Seaside stage

Kate Shillabeer with a European eagle owl. Picture: Duncan Shepherd

18 best images from Lord Mayor’s Rural and Seaside show Portsmouth

Kate Shillabeer with a European eagle owl. Picture: Duncan Shepherd

18 best images from Lord Mayor’s Rural and Seaside show Portsmouth

Kate Shillabeer with a European eagle owl. Picture: Duncan Shepherd

18 best images from Lord Mayor’s Rural and Seaside show Portsmouth

Penny Wagalot placed first in the 'Best Rescue' class, with her owner Hiliary Hayes. Picture: Duncan Shepherd

Animals are the stars of annual Portsmouth Lord Mayor’s Rural and Seaside show

The Spring's Beside the Seaside event on Hayling Island.

Here are the best pictures from Beside the Seaside in Hayling Island

The Giant Seagulls. Picture: The Spring

Hundreds turn out for arts hub's Hayling beach fun dayÂ

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Arts festival on the beach

From left: Gruff Harrison-Jones, four, Beatrix Harrison-Jones, three, with their cousin Hannah Roddy, five, at the Seaside Show

Seaside show has something for all as hundreds go along

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Seaside mural will be the final touch to Hayling Island play park