The neighbouring coastal villages in the UK that have hidden beaches and even puffins you can spot from the shore
Berwickshire in Scotland is located just over the Scottish-English border and is a popular holiday destination for staycationers.
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A stretch of the Scottish coastline, connected by quaint villages is home to hidden beaches, dining spots on the sand and puffins
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Starting at St Abb's - a small fishing village - visitors can explore a rugged harbour
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Coldingham Bay, located next to St Abbs, is a one-kilometre long sandy beach
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And within the region is short
Starting at St Abb's - a small
The family-run Ebbcarrs Cafe serves up fresh local seafood, homemade bakes and local ales - which can all be enjoyed whilst watching the boats bob up and down on the
After enjoying a refreshing tipple,
travellers
can head to St Abbs visitor centre to gain amazing views across the harbour - with the waves crashing into nearby rocks.
St Abb's Head is also known for its
And if you are here at the right time of the year, between
spring
and
summer
, you can see the region's puffins - which come ashore to nest.
During the daytime, the puffins can be seen fishing and even burrowing.
The village's beach - Coldingham Bay - differs from the ruggedness of the harbour and is located a short walk away from the centre of the village.
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And here visitors can also find a cafe set in the sand - called Beach Cafe - which boasts even more incredible views across the bay.
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Visitors can also find a cafe set in the sand - called Beach Cafe - which boasts even more incredible views across the bay
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The stretch between St Abbs and Eyemouth takes around 10 minutes to drive, or is about an hour-and-a-half walk
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One recent visitor said: "We hiked across the cliffs, hillside and beaches from Eyemouth and arrived at this absolutely wonderful stopping point."
To the northern end of the beach, there are also a handful of
For those who enjoy a longer walk, the Berwickshire Coastal Path crosses the
Alternatively, you could head in land too and
And to extend your trip, you could stay at Calonia Dene - a unique triangular-shaped holiday lodge park set back from the cliffs, complete with hot tub and sauna facilities.
One recent visitor said: "Me and my girlfriend have attended numerous lodge holiday's in the UK and this one is definitely the best!"
In Eyemouth, there is also a
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In Eyemouth, there is also a Parkdean holiday park and a leisure centre
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The stretch between St Abbs and Eyemouth takes around 10 minutes to drive, or is about an hour-and-a-half walk.
Other beaches nestled between the villages include Mildown Bay.
Wedged between the dramatic coastal cliffs, Mildown Bay is
next
door to the larger Coldingham Bay.
Many visitors admire this spot for its diverse ecosystem with seals and other
Further along again, you will reach Linkim Shore - a very shallow and rocky beach that runs level with the coastal path.
Before hikers reach Eyemouth, they will cross Killiedraught Bay - often home to guillemots, kittiwakes, puffins, razorbills, and even dolphins.
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There is also a
Plus, the
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St Abb's Head is also known for its dramatic cliffs and seabird colonies
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Other beaches nestled between the villages include Mildown Bay
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