Goodrington Sands, Paignton, Devon
A very popular beach in the summer, the South end is the best spot for rock pooling. Stake your claim early, and there are some great pools for starfish and periwinkles.
Three Cliffs Bay, Gower Peninsula
Magnificent sandy beaches with great cliffs full of sea birds. Three Cliffs Bay has everything for a great day out; rock pools, sandy shoreline and long tidal reach. Take your suncream and look out for common mussels, lavas, sugar kelp and even edible crabs.