52 Weekends by the Sea

Every year we have 52 weekends—104 days—to ourselves, to do whatever we want. Yet how often to we actually take advantage of this precious time? This inspiring collection is about getting out there, exploring, and celebrating the best the British coastline has to offer—52 great escapes for explorers, romantics, moms, dads, and kids seeking to savor the seaside in all its moods. From the spangling showgirls of a Blackpool cabaret to the sparkling waters of the Summer Isles with sandcastles in Scarborough and fine dining at the water's edge, there's every reason to take the coast road this weekend. Illustrated with stunning photography of the best the British seaside has to offer, you really will wish you were here.

Craig Easton is a landscape photographers who began his career at the Independent and has for many years worked with Rick Stein on his bestselling books. His fine art prints are widely collected and his work is held in public and private collections worldwide. Brigid Benson is a freelance writer who has worked for BBC television and built an international company creating fine art photography.