According to the annual Times and Sunday Times Best UK Beaches guide, Hive Beach at Burton Bradstock can be considered among the best in the country. The 17th edition of the guide is the definitive and most comprehensive list of the UK's 50 best beaches. The guide showcases the unrivalled beauty of the UK seaside, evaluated through a rigorous 11-point inspection checklist. As always, this guide covers only mainland beaches. The beach is also known for its Hive Beach Cafe which serves locally sourced seafood and provides panoramic ocean views.

Source: The Times July 07, 2025 02:06 UTC