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Scottish Sun
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Pretty UK beach compared to Portugal and California named one of the best in the world
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) THE most iconic beaches in the world have been revealed, and one is in the UK. Durdle Door in Dorset has been named by National Geographic in the list of must-see beaches which includes other coastlines in Australia and the Seychelles. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 4 Durdle Door has been named as being one of the most iconic beaches in the world Credit: Alamy 4 The beach gets its name from the unique rock formation Credit: Alamy National Geographic has declared Durdle Door as a beach "worth travelling for" because of its "showstopper" shore and rock formations. The beach on the Jurassic Coast is known for its unique natural limestone arch. The world-famous Durdle Door arch formed over millions of years by erosion caused by the crashing sea. The beach is a popular spot with approximately 500,000 visitors going to see the impressive coastline every year. While it may be the only UK beach on the list, Durdle Door has been likened to beaches overseas, especially in the summer. In recent years, beach-goers have taken to Tripadvisor to rave about the Durdle Door that they've likened to beaches in Portugal or California. One person wrote: "Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door: Reminded me of the Algarve in Portugal!" Another added: "You don't feel like you are in the UK. It seems more like Portugal or California." Durdle Door is such a famous beach that it's even been used in TV series. In recent years, TV shows like Doctor Who and Far From the Madding Crowd have also been filmed on the beach. Beachgoers flock to Durdle Door as UK bakes in summer heatwave 4 Durdle Door has been used as the backdrop for filming locations Credit: Alamy The second season of The Sandman starring Jenna Coleman was also filmed at the holiday hotspot. The beach has also welcomed the likes of Hollywood when it was used as the backdrop for Pirates of the Caribbean. The village nearest to Durdle Door is West Lulworth, a beautiful village known for its thatched cottages and window boxes. Assistant Travel Editor Sophie Swietochowski visited Durdle Door, and revealed that it's actually like. Sophie said: "Despite the Jurassic Coast being one of the most well-known spots for rambling in the UK, it has managed to remain gloriously peaceful. "I barely passed another soul during a Sunday hike along the rugged coastal path above Durdle Door a few years back – only a herd of cows munching on the unkempt grass at the top of the cliff. "Admittedly, things grew a little busier as I approached Lulworth Cove. "But that's no surprise with a horseshoe-shaped pebble bay and turquoise waters that could rival those in the Caribbean." These are the six cleanest beaches in the UK where you can safely swim in the sea this summer. Plus the world's best beaches with one in the UK making the list – alongside Thailand and Bahamas. 14 Iconic Beaches By National Geographic Hoshizuna-No-Hama Beach, Japan Reynisfjara, Iceland Elafonisi Beach, Greece Butiama Beach, Tanzania Durdle Door, England Pantai Merah, Indonesia Anse Chastanet, St. Lucia Baía do Sancho, Brazil Bowman's Beach, United States Anse Source d'Argent, Seychelles Praia da Marinha, Portugal Papakōlea Beach, United States Chesterman Beach, Canada Whitehaven Beach, Australia
The Irish Sun
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Pretty UK beach compared to Portugal and California named one of the best in the world
THE most iconic beaches in the world have been revealed, and one is in the UK. Advertisement 4 Durdle Door has been named as being one of the most iconic beaches in the world Credit: Alamy 4 The beach gets its name from the unique rock formation Credit: Alamy National Geographic has declared Durdle Door as a beach "worth travelling for" because of its "showstopper" shore and rock formations. The beach on the Jurassic Coast is known for its unique natural limestone arch. The world-famous Durdle Door arch formed over millions of years by erosion caused by the crashing sea. The beach is a popular spot with approximately 500,000 visitors going to see the impressive coastline every year. Advertisement While it may be the only UK beach on the list, Durdle Door has been In recent years, beach-goers have taken to Tripadvisor to rave about the Durdle Door that they've likened to beaches in Portugal or One person wrote: "Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door: Reminded me of the Algarve in Portugal!" Another added: "You don't feel like you are in the UK. It seems more like Portugal or California." Advertisement Most read in Beach holidays Durdle Door is such a famous beach that it's even been In recent years, TV shows like Doctor Who and Far From the Madding Crowd have also been filmed on the beach. Beachgoers flock to Durdle Door as UK bakes in summer heatwave 4 Durdle Door has been used as the backdrop for filming locations Credit: Alamy The second season of The Sandman starring Advertisement The beach has also welcomed the likes of Hollywood when it was used as the backdrop for The village nearest to Durdle Door is West Lulworth, a beautiful village known for its thatched cottages and window boxes. Assistant Travel Editor Sophie Swietochowski visited Durdle Door, and revealed that it's actually like. Sophie said: "Despite the Advertisement "I barely passed another soul during a Sunday hike along the rugged coastal path above Durdle Door a few years back – only a herd of cows munching on the unkempt grass at the top of the cliff. "Admittedly, things grew a little busier as I approached Lulworth Cove. "But that's no surprise with a horseshoe-shaped pebble bay and turquoise waters that could rival those in the Caribbean." Read more on the Irish Sun These are the Advertisement Plus the 14 Iconic Beaches By National Geographic Hoshizuna-No-Hama Beach, Japan Reynisfjara, Iceland Elafonisi Beach, Greece Butiama Beach, Tanzania Durdle Door, England Pantai Merah, Indonesia Anse Chastanet, St. Lucia Baía do Sancho, Brazil Bowman's Beach, United States Anse Source d'Argent, Seychelles Praia da Marinha, Portugal Papakōlea Beach, United States Chesterman Beach, Canada Whitehaven Beach, Australia 4 Durdle Door has been called a beach "worth travelling for" Credit: Alamy
The Sun
5 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Pretty UK beach compared to Portugal and California named one of the best in the world
THE most iconic beaches in the world have been revealed, and one is in the UK. Durdle Door in Dorset has been named by National Geographic in the list of must-see beaches which includes other coastlines in Australia and the Seychelles. 4 National Geographic has declared Durdle Door as a beach "worth travelling for" because of its "showstopper" shore and rock formations. The beach on the Jurassic Coast is known for its unique natural limestone arch. The world-famous Durdle Door arch formed over millions of years by erosion caused by the crashing sea. The beach is a popular spot with approximately 500,000 visitors going to see the impressive coastline every year. While it may be the only UK beach on the list, Durdle Door has been likened to beaches overseas, especially in the summer. In recent years, beach-goers have taken to Tripadvisor to rave about the Durdle Door that they've likened to beaches in Portugal or California. One person wrote: "Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door: Reminded me of the Algarve in Portugal!" Durdle Door is such a famous beach that it's even been used in TV series. In recent years, TV shows like Doctor Who and Far From the Madding Crowd have also been filmed on the beach. 4 The second season of The Sandman starring Jenna Coleman was also filmed at the holiday hotspot. The beach has also welcomed the likes of Hollywood when it was used as the backdrop for Pirates of the Caribbean. The village nearest to Durdle Door is West Lulworth, a beautiful village known for its thatched cottages and window boxes. Assistant Travel Editor Sophie Swietochowski visited Durdle Door, and revealed that it's actually like. Sophie said: "Despite the Jurassic Coast being one of the most well-known spots for rambling in the UK, it has managed to remain gloriously peaceful. "I barely passed another soul during a Sunday hike along the rugged coastal path above Durdle Door a few years back – only a herd of cows munching on the unkempt grass at the top of the cliff. "Admittedly, things grew a little busier as I approached Lulworth Cove. "But that's no surprise with a horseshoe-shaped pebble bay and turquoise waters that could rival those in the Caribbean." These are the . Plus the . 4
Time of India
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Will Doctor Who get another season? Showrunner admits he isn't sure
Doctor Who is among BBC's longest-running series, starting all the way back in 1963. After an extended hiatus that lasted throughout the '90s, the series was relaunched to great success in 2005, and has been going strong ever since. However, the series has endured a slump in recent years, to the point that even the current showrunner is uncertain about where the show will go moving forward. In his regular column for the Doctor Who Magazine, showrunner Russell T Davies admitted that plans for continuing the series are still in flux, writing: "We don't know what's happening yet. and while everyone works that out, I'll take a pause on this page... Hopefully, we'll have news soon." Davies had previously revealed that the recent episodes of Doctor Who had been cofinanced by Disney, and that he had hopes to produce the series on an annual basis. This pause in the series production was further corroborated in a report from Deadline, where a source embedded in the production stated: 'This letter is a production notes diary for when the show is in production, or on air, and as Russell has stated within the piece, it is a pause.' The Fifteenth Doctor's tenure ends with rampant speculation The Fifteenth Doctor, played by Ncuti Gatwa, ended his two-season run on 31st May, with 'The Reality War' concluding his story arc and ending with his regeneration. Following his exit, the episode ended with a cliffhanger appearance by Billie Piper, who's previously played the role of companion Rose Tyler on the show. The ambiguity surrounding the reveal has fueled heavy fan theorizing about whether or not Billie Piper will indeed take over as the new Doctor, something that the show's own marketing learned into while promoting the next Doctor Who Magazine. Billie Piper is... this month's #DoctorWho Magazine cover star!Get an inside look at the revelations of the Doctor Who: Season 2 finale - Subscribe and get each issue delivered direct to your door ➡️ While Billie Piper taking over as the Sixteenth Doctor would be an obvious conclusion to draw from 'The Reality War' episode's ending, a number of decisions both within the episode, and the show's past history, muddy the waters a bit. For instance, the episode credits call both Ncuti Gatwa and Jodie Whittaker the Doctor, but not Billie Piper herself. Furthermore, the series has broken from its conventional regeneration process in the past, notably with the Fifteenth Doctor Himself, who originally coexisted with David Tennant's Fourteenth Doctor thanks to the plot device of bigeneration. Most importantly, however, the recent production struggles and impending hiatus of the series mean that no production plans are set in stone as of yet, so there's no telling what form Doctor Who will take when it finally makes a return.
Yahoo
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
ITV star dies aged 76 as BBC Doctor Who's Russell T Davies leads tributes
ITV presenter and weather reporter Wincey Willis has died at the age of 76 after being diagnosed with dementia. She was a weather presenter on the ITV programme Good Morning Britain, where she made history as the UK's first national female weather forecaster. Doctor Who screenwriter Russell T Davies has shared a touching tribute to the ITV alum, reflecting on an encounter with Wincey. Read more: UK heatwave will see 26 counties in England above 30C this weekend Russell even used her name in an episode of his 90s drama series Queer as Folk. Taking to social media, he wrote: "She hunted me down. She got hold of my email address just to tell me how delighted she was to be mentioned! She was absolutely hilarious and full of joy, what a lovely woman. "We corresponded for years, having a wonderful laugh, she was a hoot. What a great career! Adored her. Well done, Wincey, night darling." Wincey died back in December 2024, though news of her passing has only just been made public. Before joining GMB, Wincey was scouted for the role by ITV's deputy editor in chief, Clive Jones, while she was a presenter for ITV in the Tyne Tees region. She originally got into television when she was invited to audition for the position of weather presenter for Tyne Tees regional TV. A year later, she was awarded her own series on Granada titled Wincey's Pets. She also featured on the game show Treasure Hunt alongside Anneka Rice, though a contract dispute led Wincey to resign from TV-am in 1987. Later in life, she hosted radio shows for BBC Coventry & Warwickshire and for BBC Hereford & Worcester. She married bed salesman Malcolm Willis in 1972 and continued to use his surname after they divorced. Wincey returned to the North East to live in Sunderland after being diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia in 2015.
