Stunning coastal beauty spots nearest to Birmingham and West Midlands named best in the world for 2025

All of these Blue Flag beaches are worth a day trip from Birmingham.

They have been named among the best in the world for 2025.

In recent weeks dozens of beaches and marinas across the continent have been awarded Blue Flag status, which recognises sites meeting strict criteria.

The annual international recognition scheme assesses beaches and marinas by factors including water quality, environmental education, safety, and overall management.

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Should sites meet the required standard for each factor, they are awarded a Blue Flag for one year.

Blue Flags are only presented to beaches with water which has achieved the highest classification as set by the EU Bathing Water Directive.

Find out more via the Blue Flag website where you can search for specific beaches and their facilities.