One seaside spot has been named among the "best UK beaches" by Tripadvisor - and it is just a two hour drive from Greater Manchester. While beaches might not spring to mind when you first picture the UK, it is actually home to miles and miles of impressive coastline featuring fine sand beaches and secluded coves that offer holidaying families and even avid surfers plenty to explore. The first area of the UK you might think of when it comes to picturesque British beaches is Cornwall, Bournemouth or other areas on the South Coast of the UK. However, one particularly picturesque beach is making a strong case for the North Yorkshire coastline, The Mirror reports. Filey Beach boasts a wide expanse of golden sand and can be found in the classic seaside resort of Filey. Unlike many of its east coast neighbours, Filey is less of a commercial tourist destination and manages to maintain an air of serenity and family-friendly charm. But despite not being much of a tourist hub, Filey beach is still fitted with everything you might need for a day out including a cafe, first aid point, deckchair hire and plentiful parking. It is also accessible with disabled facilities and parking spaces available. Common activities you might find on Filey beach include kite-flying, sand castle construction and horseback riding. Filey beach is also considered one of the safest in the country, with a gentle slope and no deeper parts to catch you unawares. The beach is also patrolled by an RNLI-qualified lifeguard service during peak season. Unfortunately for you pooch lovers out there, dogs are not permitted on the beach between the months of May and September. Filey beach is also a big hit with adults who enjoy sailing and surfing - but with high cliffs behind the bay, offshore winds can make sailing very difficult. Wind surfing is also common at Filey beach, there is even a windsurfing school nearby and the North East sector is reportedly an ideal spot for beginners. The superb water quality is another reputable feature of the beach and has earned the ENCAMS Seaside Award in the past. Filey beach was also recognised as “Beach of the Year” by the Sunday Times in 2018. Ranking as the number sixth best UK beach on Tripadvisor, with a whopping 1,971 "excellent" reviews, the beach stretches from the steep cliffs of the Filey Brigg peninsula down to Bempton Nature Reserve. Situated toward the north, Filey Brigg is known for its intriguing rock pools that are usually a hit with avid and budding explorers. And there is more to explore at Filey than just the beach including the promenade that runs adjacent to the sand which features a Sculpture Trail and beach chalets. Situated between Scarborough and Bridlington, Filey is one of many picturesque stops for those avid to explore England’s North Sea coast. Scarborough in particular is worth a detour if you’re in the area, home to award-winning sandy bays and impressive North Sea views from the nearby headland.