It's a promising start to the bank holiday weekend with temperatures rising on Friday although showers and cooler air will sweep in through the weekend.
With the upcoming May bank holidays and extra long weekends, now is the perfect time to book a break by the seaside or enjoy a day trip, and there are some beautiful destinations within a two to three hour drive of Derbyshire, to choose from.
Since Derbyshire is a landlocked county, we don't have any beaches or coastal areas to call our own. However, you can find sandy coasts within easy reach to enjoy for a day out.
The beach is always a great choice in May with a chance to enjoy the warmer weather without peak summer’s extreme heat or crowds.
Here are 10 of our favourite beaches within easy reach of Derbyshire.
9. Lytham St Annes
Lytham St Annes beach is known for its vast, clean, award-winning sandy beaches and Victorian pier. It's a two and a half hour drive from Derbyshire. Beach Rd, Lytham St Annes, Lytham Saint Annes FY8 2PQ Photo: Adam - stock.adobe.com
10. Formby Beach
Formby Beach is known for its vast sandy shores, stunning protected dunes, woodlands (home to red squirrels) and excellent coastal views. It is two and a half hours away from Derbyshire. Formby Beach, National Trust Formby Lifeboat Road Formby Merseyside L37 2EB. Photo: Yan