by Hot for rucking in Southend
The cockle chowder was served in a cottage loaf at Peter’s Boat in Leigh-on-Sea, Southend, to die (£19.95). Prawn tongue and chorizo for £17.95 as well! Great location, right on the sea wall, and the service is always excellent. It is so easy to reach by public transport that customers can enjoy a glass of wine from their extensive list.
Carolyn Simpson
A mobile experience in Margate
Near the marina, on a gloomy January afternoon, I had risotto at the Sargasso a wine bar in Margate that burned my soul – bronze kale, snap peas and sea purslane infused bursting with ocean, reminding me of Borneo latok. Excellent local wines, and the quince rice pudding moved me to tears. Three courses and a glass of wine for £50 with an impeccable playlist, because the environment is everything.
Chemok
Cozy fires and chowder in Bangor
Walk the North Down Coast Path from Holywood to Bangor, Co. Down, and have a giant clam chowder at the Jamaica Inn or opt for the small portion of chowder and have fish and chips or fish pie too. There are views out to sea even on a rainy day and a cozy fire to relax by before continuing on the path or back to Holywood or Belfast by train. Mains around £15-18, small plates £6.50-9.
Caroline
Dungeness Delicious
Lighthouses, a lifeboat, the world’s smallest passenger steam train, old fishing boats and protected shingle banks known as “wilderness” can be found in the unique Dungeness area. Halfway along the only road in and out yes The Snack Snack. Don’t bring shipping containers or unusual seating arrangements; look out for the fresh catch of the day and you won’t be disappointed. The menu, from £2.50 upwards, includes fisherman’s rolls, warming chowders and full plates.
Tracey
Vegan fish and chips in Brighton
“It’s time to stop emptying the oceans”, as Not Arrested in Brighton is used as its tagline: there you will find very nice “tofush” of various kinds (“haddock”, “dragons” or “calamari”). Many places sell tofush now, but the No Catch one is different because it’s much less fatty – it feels nicer and probably healthier. Get a box, cross the road and enjoy the beach in Brighton without adding to the fishing nets thrown into the oceans. You won’t regret giving it a whirl.
As
A magical Sunday roast in Cumbria
The Lifeboat Inn at maryport on the cumbrian coast i asked what carvery i wanted with my sunday roast £10. Er, I shrugged, so they gave me one of each, then I asked if I also wanted Cumberland sausage or homemade pie. But I had to leave room for the roasts, yorkshire puddings and a choice of six veggies and six sauces. The backdrop of the working bay, Solway Firth, and magically floating Isle of Man gave me the strength to finish it without too much time. Lovely ale too, to match the welcome and service. No website, just Facebook friendly and we didn’t even book.
Jonathan Bradley
Spicy fusion food on the Cornish coast
Note-perfect Asian fusion food that is not an oxymoron Bango’s Kitchen in Falmouth’s better sister town, Penryn. Malaysian spicy fish cake bAO buns and a very satisfying shiitake mushroom sizzle dim sum ramen came from the kitchen and boats rose and fell on the tidal estuary framed by the back window. Living on the north coast, I find a weekly excuse to cross the county for a sushi fix. Small plates from £9; less than £20 for mains.
Emma
Enjoy the sand dunes of Anglesey
Among the dunes, the Oyster Catcher at Rhosneigr in Anglesey (Ynys Môn) has ample parking, three bars, a restaurant and plenty of outdoor space, so the whole family, including the dog, can enjoy remove the sand sights. We visited by chance and the location, the enthusiasm of the staff, and the quality of the food, with a great vegetarian and vegan range (eg ) were amazing. We now join our friends in boasting about the delights of north Wales. @oystercatcherandwillsbar
Jacqueline
Suffolk Big Sky and poached egg sticks
It is our favorite choice Suzie’s Beach Cafe on the promenade in Southwold, Suffolk. After an early swim, his breakfast treats like bacon and scrambled eggs are huge. The atmosphere is so friendly – they treat us like locals. As the sun sinks into that famous Suffolk sky, we taste great coffees and get the day off to a perfect start. Silver slides of sunlight on us across the sea. Out of season we check their Facebook page for the weather to see if it’s too stormy for the breakfast swim.
David Innes-Wilkin
Winning tip: crack a coffee at Moray Pool
On the seafront in the beautiful village of Rosmarckney on the Inner Moray Pool is Crofters Cafe. Coffees, great cakes and more substantial meals can be washed down with Crombay’s local craft beer. The witch-loaded fries always hit the spot. There is plenty of outdoor seating to enjoy the views when the weather is nice, including a wonderful sandy beach just across the road. If you’re lucky you’ll see the most exciting attraction in the village – the local family of bottlenose dolphins, who put on amazing displays of natural aquatic prowess at Canon Point, on the other side of the beach.
Brian
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