A quaint fishing village, often confused with one of the UK's most popular seaside destinations, has been crowned the nation's most picturesque coastal town. New Quay, not to be mixed up with Newquay in Cornwall, is a Welsh seaside hamlet steeped in history and boasts an 'unspoilt' coastline and wildlife that's hard to come by elsewhere in the UK. In a recent survey involving tens of thousands of Brits, it was voted as the best the UK has to offer, outshining more renowned locations such as Portrush, Portree and Lyme Regis.
Unlike its namesake in Cornwall, New Quay doesn't have to deal with constant influxes of tourists crowding its streets. This historic seaside village remains somewhat of a hidden gem, but those who do discover it are instantly charmed by its allure. The historic lanes lined with Victorian terraced houses lead down to New Quay's main bay, which frequently hosts activities like kayaking, sailing and paddle-boarding.
Heading towards the harbour, one of the village's most frequented spots, you can embark on boat trips to spot bottlenose dolphins, Atlantic grey seals and harbour porpoises in the bay, reports the Mirror . Get the latest What's On news straight to your phone by joining us on WhatsApp "There are several special things going on in New Quay," said Steve Hartley, who operates Dolphin Survey Boat Trips in the bay. "There is beautiful scenery and beautiful wildlife.
" New Quay is hailed for its vibrant wildlife, presenting nature enthusiasts with the ra.