Southwold is the archetypal English seaside town, complete with colourful beach huts and a charming pier lined with quirky amusements. Even with more than 2,600 Tripadvisor reviews, not a single one mentions litter – a remarkable achievement. Instead, visitors rave about the clean sands, the well-kept promenade and the traditional fish and chips.

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