Life doesn’t get much better than when it’s spent beside the seaside or at the pool’s edge, relaxing with a good book and, ideally, a cocktail in hand, does it? Well, no, not really. But even in the context of such a holiday, we can still maximise our time by ensuring that we have all we need for a day spent in fun and comfort. Floaties, cool boxes, music, umbrellas, games, and beach bags to hold it all: check, check and check. Here is our pick of the best beach essentials to buy for summer 2023.

By Nancy Alsop
June 2023