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This month we help you to plan a whole year by the coast with our step-by-step guide to the most unmissable events by the sea in 2026, from foodie festivals and concerts to wildlife wonders and sea swimming gatherings. Whether you are looking for the next best literary festival in Northumberland or the best boat shows of the year in the Solent, we have the dates for you.

For those seeking meaningful breaks, we pick out 10 of the best life-changing experience holidays you can take around the British Isles. Ever dreamed of learning to sail, learning a new language, building your own boat or writing a novel? We help you find where and how you can do this on the coast this year. Don't let life slip by: grab the opportunity to make your dreams come true!