Two beaches in Norfolk have been named among the best in the UK.

Holkham Beach and Hunstanton Beach have been chosen by US-based Travel + Leisure magazine which provides information on the best destinations to visit worldwide.

From the hottest shopping destinations to the best restaurants to eat at, the magazine has more than four million followers on Facebook and provides tips on some of the greatest places to visit.

In the article, Holkham Beach was referred to as a "seaside gem" and feels "light-years away from civilisation".

The publication wrote: "Enormous and windswept, it's backed by a grassy nature reserve filled with excellent walking trails that will help dust off all those cerebral cobwebs.

"The pinewoods are also a great spot to check out flora and fauna, from stunning orchids to kaleidoscopic birds."

While Hunstanton Beach was described as a "slice of Norfolk paradise".

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The article stated: "Quintessentially British, with rows of cute tea shops and even adorable pony rides along the promenade, this slice of Norfolk paradise is one for families and couples.

"Visitors can avoid the crowds up in Old Hunstanton Beach, going barefoot in the custard-yellow sand or simply watching the sunset, complete with a cushy blanket and picnic."

Other beaches to make the list included Bamburgh Beach in Northumberland, Kynance Cove in Cornwall and Whitby Sands in Yorkshire.