BY JAMIE FOSTER

Britain’s shoreline boasts a vast array of landscapes, ranging from natural formations to those shaped by human intervention. Since ancient times, people have been drawn to the coast, resulting in a diverse array of settlements, from quaint villages to bustling seaside resorts and industrial towns. While many have relied on the sea for their livelihood, the coast also serves as a place for leisure activities, relaxation, and outdoor adventures. Stretching approximately 2,700 miles, England’s coastal geography varies greatly, encompassing flat sandy beaches, rugged cliffs, and sheltered bays, often intersected by river mouths and dotted with significant towns.

In his project “England’s Coast,” photographer Steve Edmunds has beautifully captured the essence of England’s coastline, spanning from the South West Peninsula, along the southern shores, up the eastern coast past East Anglia to Northumberland, and along the north-western coast facing the Irish Sea. A glimpse through his photographs reveals the distinct charm and allure of England’s coastal scenery.

Steve Edmunds has always been a keen photographer. He turned professional after retiring from a lifetime as a maintenance professional in the automotive industry, having graduated from the Photography Institute, and has now qualified to Associate level with the MPA. He is also a photographer for Oxford United FC. The coast and sea have always been a passion of Steve and now with the time to travel around the many beautiful coastal towns he has gathered a huge portfolio of images around the English coastline.

This book is a delightful book to have hanging around the house.

It can be acquired from Amberley Publishing here.