British beach with three miles of golden sand named amongst UK's best
A beautiful beach in Wales has been named as one of the country's best and it's even picked up global awards.
Rhossili Bay on the Gower Peninsula has been crowned as one of the 10 best beaches in the UK by Tripadvisor and named among the world's 100 best beaches by Lonely Planet.
So, what makes Rhossili Bay so popular?
Spanning three miles, the beach is famed for its golden sand, picturesque cliffs and spectacular views.
Visit Wales describes Rhossili Bay as 'an iconic destination' with 'dramatic' and 'panoramic' views.
Lonely Planet says: 'With a list of accolades almost as long as its shoreline, Rhossili Bay on the Gower Peninsula is arguably the best beach in Wales.
'Its broad, three-mile stretch of golden sand and rolling surf [...] is best admired from the surrounding heather-clad cliff tops.'
Rhossili Bay is a top surfing destination with consistent waves year-round. Its recommended that beginners stick to the 'sheltered southern end', says the National Trust.
Worms Head island lies at one end of the bay. The tidal island is only accessible at low tide.
Tourists who make the trip are in with a chance of spotting grey seals while the views are unmatched.
History fans should keep their eyes peeled for the wreck of the Helvetia, which is the most visible from the beach.
The ship, which was carrying 500 tons timber from new Brunswick to Swansea, sank in 1887 and its wooden skeleton is still visible from beneath the sand today.
Rhossili Bay is rated 4.8 out of 5 on Tripadvisor with 1,707 'excellent' reviews from visitors.
A tourist wrote: 'A bit of a trek to get here but well worth it. The cliffs behind have magnificent views.'
Another visitor wrote: 'A beautiful unspoilt bay. Be prepared for Welsh weather, however the walk along the beach is amazing.'
And if you haven't been to Rhossili Bay before, you might recognise it.
It featured in the London 2012 Opening Ceremony when a youth choir sang 'Bread of Heaven' on its shores.
The beach was also used as the location for 'New Earth' in Doctor Who and featured in the series Torchwood.
There is a very steep walk down to the sand so Rhossili Bay may not be suitable for pushchairs or those with difficulty walking.
Meanwhile, a beach in Cornwall was rated among the best in the world in a recent ranking.
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