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While many people like to jet off on their holidays somewhere hot and sunny, others prefer to travel around the UK to explore its many charming seaside towns and villages. From calming beaches to gaze upon while enjoying a classic fish and chip supper, to walking trails and first-class entertainment to attract some tourists, there are plenty of beautiful spots across the UK that are ideal for a weekend trip away. Cornwall is notably one of the best places to visit as it is home to a variety of stunning coastal views. However, what many Brits may not know is that the county is also home to a fairytale village that travellers have described as being "frozen in time". Just on the eastern side of the Lizard Peninsula in Cornwall is a little fishing town called Coverack. Sitting in a quiet bay with a small harbour, this village is home to a row of traditional cottages with thatched roofs and a peaceful beach, reports the Express. Also featuring a variety of independent shops and streets filled with whitewashed homes and colourful flowers, many small town explorers have been blown away by the Coverack's charm and unspoilt beauty. One person on TripAdvisor wrote: “"We spent a lovely afternoon in the peaceful surrounds of Coverack. It really was idyllic! Not so many people, lovely weather and calm, crystal clear sea." With another person adding: "It’s an amazing little village with beautiful thatched roof houses that make it look frozen in time." A third traveller also gushed: "It’s our favourite place to visit. We come on holiday just for the harbour! So many memories, lovely to have a drink and watch the sunset, and swim, fish or jump into the water!" Another TripAdvisor user commented: "Coverack is a lovely charming harbour village, a few little shops and fish and chips cafe and pub. We had a great time, well worth a visit." The village features a must-see small beach which is filled with sand and pebbles. Popular with families, paddleboarders and kayakers, this beach is also safe to swim in. Dogs are welcome on the shore, but they must be kept on a lead from July 1 to August 31 between 9am and 6pm. Additionally, Coverack is home to a gorgeous harbour which is used by local fishing boats, and is only a short drive to the Manacles reef, which is a rocky area just offshore that has witnessed many shipwrecks over the years. Manacles Reef is now a popular spot for avid divers as they are able to explore the local sea life, as well as the intriguing wrecks that have been left behind. Further into the village, you will also be able to find a small play area, several local indepenent stores, and a few places to grab some delicious food and drinks. For those wanting to get involved in local entertainment and events, these can be found on the village notice boards or at the Coverack Information Point near the harbour. And if you feel like exploring more of the Peninsula, Coverack isn't too far from Goonhilly, which features a wide area of healthland with walking trails and views of the Lizard. Once you arrive, visitors will find the Goonhilly Earth Station. Known for its large satelitte dishes, this station first opened in 1962 and helped track events such as the Apollo 11 Moon landing and Live Aid. Additionally, some of the buildings from its secret role during World War II still remain, as well as a 10-foot Bronze Age standing stone called Dry Tree.
