Maria Polansky, who moved from Canada to the UK seven years ago, shares her love for Weston-super-Mare, a charming beach town in Somerset she describes as ideal for a day trip.
While debates over the UK’s best beaches often highlight spots in Bournemouth, Wales, and Cornwall, Maria finds Weston-super-Mare to be the perfect seaside destination. Initially expecting to spend weekends in London, she soon discovered the appeal of exploring coastal towns instead.
On Business Insider, Maria wrote: “The sun setting on the beach in Weston-super-Mare, England. I think Weston-super-Mare is the perfect beach town for a day trip. If you’re visiting Bath, it’s worth taking the roughly hour-long train ride to experience an authentic beach town.”
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She describes the town as “cheesy in a fun way,” featuring a lively pier packed with food stalls and arcade games, alongside a scenic coastal strip ripe for exploration. Maria praises the town for offering genuine cultural immersion and a glimpse into local staycation habits.
Weston-super-Mare has a rich history, evolving from a quiet fishing village into a bustling health resort in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The Grand Pier, a centerpiece of the town, suffered a devastating fire in 2008 but was rebuilt with a £39 million investment and reopened in 2010.
Maria also highlights nearby Bath as a city filled with striking ancient architecture. Known for its Roman baths, Bath remains one of England’s most picturesque destinations. Though dipping into the historic baths isn’t recommended due to water quality, the city offers modern spas for visitors. Maria enjoys wandering the city’s streets, taking in its heritage buildings, and stopping off at specialty shops, cafés, and pubs.
Weston-super-Mare attracts around four to five million visitors annually, with the vast majority being day trippers, making it a vibrant and popular seaside resort with a rich blend of history and hospitality.