Top 10 British beaches: Eastbourne

From sand castles to sand-wiches, piers to promenades, swimming to surfing, we have picked a selection of beaches rated by the Quality Coast Awards that are just right for you.

Best for: Kidz safe
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Activities
Get your skates on! Rollerblading is all the rage - and the five-mile promenade running alongside the shingle beach is the place to do it. Plus there's body surfing, sailing and swimming - and the water quality is rated excellent.

For families
Watch the Red Arrows at the Airbourne international air show, stroll along the pier, listen to live music at the Bandstand and barbecue on the beach.

Bored of the beach?
Wimbledon eat your heart out! Watch top tennis stars in action at the International Women's Open at Devonshire Park or walk the South Downs Way which start here.

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