The beautiful seaside town in the north of England named UK’s best staycation

Two beach deck chairs on the pier

Research reveals hidden-gem staycation spots in the UK (Image: Getty Images)

The UK is full of beautiful areas to explore and enjoy as a staycation, and the top hidden-away locations have all been revealed.

Finance experts at the credit card brand Aqua gathered data and compiled a list of the best areas for a getaway that had low social media recognition.

The company said: “While it can be exciting to see social media hotspots in person, sometimes we want to simply relax and explore somewhere a bit more off the beaten path.

“With this in mind, we delved deeper to explore which destinations are the ‘hidden gems’ in our list, with the fewest Google searches and posts.”

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Top of the list was Robin Hood’s Bay, an old fishing village located in North Yorkshire. The location was described as “an ideal spot for those seeking both relaxation and adventure”.

According to the data from Aqua, Robin Hood’s Bay has only 2,400 monthly searches and 107,859 posts.

It said: “Robin Hood’s Bay is a charming destination, offering a variety of shops, cafes, and pubs to enjoy during your stay. In addition to its vibrant local scene, the area is surrounded by scenic walking and cycling paths.”

Surrounding coast, grasslands, sea on a sunny day

Robin Hood’s Bay in North Yorkshire was top of the list (Image: Getty Images)

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The Top Hidden-Gem Staycation Destinations

Robin Hood’s Bay

The New Forest

Malvern

Padstow

Yorkshire Dales

Ilfracombe

Broadstairs

Salcombe

Dartmouth

Swanage

Scottish Highlands

Brecon Beacons

Southend-on-sea

Tenby

Anglesey

Falmouth

Whitstable

Lyme Regis

Poole

Portmeirion

Rye

Weston Super Mare

Northumberland

Eastbourne

Margate

St Ives

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