Southwold and Aldeburgh named best in UK for food and drink

Which?, the UK's leading consumer champion, has surveyed thousands of seaside visitors to determine which locations are the best for food and drink in the UK.

Southwold and Aldeburgh were included and made the top 10 in the country. 

Here is what was said about the two seaside towns. 

Southwold 

Southwold received an overall destination score of 79% out of 100, with Which? saying there are plenty of options for those looking for a place to grab a bite to eat or go out for a drink with friends.

The town is also home to the Adnams brewery which is famous for its beers, gins and ciders. 

Adnams also owns two hotels, The Crown and The Swan, which serve fresh food and have lovely sea views.

The coastal town is no stranger to national recognition - recently it was named among the best places in Britain for fish and chips. 

There is a plethora of fish and chip shops in the market town, including The Little Fish and Chip Shop. 

Those looking for delicious baked goods should head to Two Magpies Bakery to stock up on fresh sourdough, filled pies and a range of pastries and sweet treats.

Aldeburgh

A short drive down the coast from Southwold is Aldeburgh. 

The seaside town has a great reputation for its fresh seafood and fish and chips. 

The wooden shacks along the seafront sell the daily catch of the small fleet of local fishermen.

For freshly battered fish, head to the award-winning Aldeburgh Fish and Chip Shop or its sister property, The Golden Galleon, both on the High Street.

Aldeburgh's Food and Drink Festival was also recently named among the best in the country. 

Aldeburgh food festival attracts hundreds to the town (Image: Sonya Duncan)

During the event, which will take place on September 28 and 29 this year, the nearby Snape Maltings venue will be filled with local produce stalls to try a range of food, main stages for cooking demonstrations, family fun as well as masterclasses to get involved with. 

For those looking for a place to stay a hotel in Aldeburgh, the Brudenell Hotel has been named one of the best hotels in England.

Aldeburgh was also recently named one of the most peaceful places in the UK for a staycation.