In Pictures: Giant ships and crashing waves as we headed to the beach in 2021
Storms Arwen and Barra battered the British coastline, but the summer brought spells of glorious weather.
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The waters around the United Kingdom experienced weather extremes during the 12 months of 2021.
Storms Arwen and Barra wreaked havoc on many coastline areas as the year ended, but the summer heatwaves saw thousands flock to beaches in search of sand, sea and sun.
And some brave souls take it one stage further, an October dip in the sea is not for the faint-hearted.
But even when the clouds roll in, the British coast can be breathtaking.
