Hidden in the northeast of England, it is Northumberland’s small fishing village that houses one of the country’s best beaches.

Low Newton-by-the-Sea is one of the country’s hidden gems. Where the 4.5-star rated beach welcomes barely any visitors, it provides the perfect experience for a quiet escape to the sea.

One review on TripAdvisor reads: “We stayed 5 minutes from Low Newton by the Sea beach, and it was a great find! A beautiful sandy beach, virtually empty! Great for paddling,…