‘Charming’ seaside town crowned best beach destination in England and Wales

Longsands Beach is a hit with visitors (Picture: Getty Images)If you don’t want to stray too far from home this Bank Holiday weekend, you don’t have to sacrifice a beach break.Tynemouth, near Newcastle upon Tyne, is officially the best coastal destination in England and Wales, so it’s worth considering for a last-minute staycation.The North East spot came top in research by Millets analysing Google reviews, water quality ratings, ocean temperatures, beach facilities, accessibil