The 'stunning' UK beach away from the crowds that has been compared to Portugal | The Sun

HOLIDAYMAKERS in the UK have been stunned by a beach that they claim makes them feel like they're abroad.

Staycations are becoming increasingly popular with Brits who aren't keen on forking out for flights and hotels abroad.

Fortunately, there are plenty of stunning beaches in the UK where they can still feel like they're in a different country.

One of those beaches is Beer Beach in Devon, which one TikToker said makes her feel like she's in Portugal.

Alisha, who is known as alishagallagher_ on the social media platform, recently visited the beach for a dip and was left feeling impressed.

A caption over the video read: "Can't afford a flight out of the UK? Then go and have a beach day and pretend you're in Portugal."

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In the footage, she can be seen going for a swim in the sea as well as sunbathing on the pebbles before walking into Beer Village.

And Alisha isn't the only person who has been raving about the beach on TikTok.

TikTok user Beer Water has posted several videos about the secluded spot.

In their videos, they can be seen dolphin-watching, rowing, and paddle-boarding at Beer Beach.

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One person wrote: "How is this beach not famous?"

But holidaymakers on TripAdvisor have also discovered this little-known beach.

One person wrote: "The views are absolutely stunning. There are plenty of walks around the area too."

While another added: "It's well worth the trip for the scenic beauty."

For holidaymakers who want a taste of Portugal in the UK this summer, then the easiest way to access Beer Beach is via car.

The beach is set in the village of Beer, which is a 43-minute drive from Exeter and a four-hour drive from London.

There is a car park adjacent to the beach and other car parking available further in the village too.

Meanwhile, for those holidaymakers who can't drive, the beach can also be reached via train.

Axminster is the nearest train station to the beach with direct routes from London Waterloo and Exeter St David's.

We've found return train tickets from London for £68 for a full-paying adult.

From Axminster station, visitors can either take a 19-minute taxi or the 885 bus to the beach.

Holidaymakers will need to take a short but steep walk down to the shingle beach before setting up camp for the day.

While day trippers can find themself a spot on the beach, visitors can also rent a beach hut from £15 per day at Kenno's.

Several other beach cafés line the seafront including Ducky's and Chapple's – serve local delicacies like fresh fish and savoury pastries.

There are also free public toilets nearby.

As well as spending the beach, other activities include hiking along the coastal paths, visiting the beer quarry caves, and wandering through Beer Village.

Boats are also available for hire and depending on the weather, visitors will be able to spot porpoises.

For anyone who wants to stay overnight, there are several accommodation options in Beer Village including Belmont House Beer for £93 per night.

Beer Beach isn't the only slice of paradise in the UK, a group of islands in the UK that have been compared to the Maldives.

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