A BEACH in the region has been voted the best in the country for beachcombing.
Runswick Bay, in North Yorkshire, topped a list compiled by world champion beachcomber Cathy Yow, based on safety, accessibility, make-up of the beach, tidal variation and gradient.
Beachcombing involves searching the high-water mark for items washed up by the sea.
Miranda Krestovnikoff, BBC presenter of Coast and a zoologist, is backing the beachcombing survey.
She said: "Beachcombing is great fun for all the family because anyone of any age can do it. There are no rules - all you need is a bag, a stick and some appropriate shoes.
"Beaches are a great place to spend a day with the family outdoors during the school holidays and beachcombing is a fun way to make exciting discoveries and tap into your sense of adventure.
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