Seton Sands

The beach at Seton Sands stretches out in a long, sandy arc that feels properly remote despite being minutes from a holiday park. It's the kind of shore that rewards a low tide visit - vast stretches of firm sand open up, ideal for a long walk or letting kids burn off energy without feeling crowded. The dunes behind the beach are soft and worth exploring, though they're not dramatically high.

Walkers will get the most from Seton Sands, particularly those after a straightforward coastal ramble without the drama of cliff paths. It's flat terrain, easy on the legs, and the backdrop of the Forth estuary gives it character without being spectacular. Families staying at Haven Seton Sands Holiday Village are basically on the doorstep - you can be on the sand within two minutes of leaving your accommodation. That proximity is the main draw.

Visit when the tide is out for the best experience. High tide crowds the beach considerably and removes much of the appeal. The sand can get a bit boggy in places after rain, so waterproofs aren't wasted.

There's nothing fancy here - no facilities right on the beach, no dramatic cliffs or rock formations. What you get is space, relative quiet, and honest coastal scenery. It's well worth the walk if you're based nearby, but not somewhere you'd drive an hour out of your way for. The surrounding area - East Lothian has proper seaside towns like North Berwick just along the coast if you want more buzz.