The fairytale North Wales coastal village that’s been named one of the best in the UK

It looks like it belongs on the Italian Riviera18:28, 12 Jul 2026With pastel-coloured buildings, decorative colonnades and ornate statues, the village of Portmeirion resembles somewhere along the Amalfi Coast. It’s hard to believe that such a gem can be found along the Welsh coast.‌But what’s not surprising is that this colourful coastal village has been named among the UK’s best seaside towns. Located in Gwynedd, Portmeirion has ranked seventh in consumer group Which? 's annual survey of the best seaside towns and villages in the UK.‌Anyone who’s visited Portmeirion will know that its ranking is highly deserved. The village is packed full of visual gems, including a grotto lined with scallop shells and conches, a piazza, a giant chess set and a magnificent campanile.‌Click here for the la