Across Europe controversies are breaking out about access to beaches. In Italy free access to the sea is guaranteed but the owners of some private beaches are refusing to let bathers stop on their way to the sea or enter the beach with anything more than their swimwear.
In Greece locals are fighting to reclaim private beaches and Russian oligarchs are believed to be buying up Montenegro’s coastline.
Are you aware of controversies near you or even elsewhere in Europe? Tell us your experiences.
Also let us know your favourite beach and why you love it so much.
Can you do better? Send us a description of your favourite bit of the British coastline or your favourite beach.
Use the comments form below or write to You and Yours (Britain’s Coastline), BBC Broadcasting House London W1A 1AA and please include your phone number so we can contact you.
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