With a lengthy four weeks of summer holidays still to come, and the cost of days out skyrocketing, families are attempting to find new ways to go on budget-friendly yet enjoyable outings. Days out as a singleton can see you spending up to £100 but can a family of five take a short break away to the beach without spending over £20? A reporter from Yorkshire Live , Tom Kershaw, revealed that his children have been pleading for a beach trip for weeks, and so decided to take on this massive challenge. On a Sunday morning, they headed to a popular UK seaside town in hopes of not breaking the bank and sticking to their £20 budget.
After much deliberation, they chose Bridlington South Beach, Tom shared his reasoning and said: "We headed for South Beach; for two reasons. One, we much prefer the beach and the sand round at South Beach. "But, more importantly, we wanted to stay away from the amusements and the fair.
A day out at the seaside soon adds up when you venture over to North Beach and the kids see all the rides." Arriving at 10.30 am, Tom opted for an all-day parking ticket (valid until 6pm) for £8.
Considering that up to three hours was £6, spending £2 more was a wise choice as they planned to stay longer. An added bonus was the parking's prime location along the seafront - just a short walk down some steps (or a ramp) and you're on the promenade and, more importantly, at the beach. This was a major plus as with three kids in tow, they never travel light, particularly w.