Brittania rules the waves...

When it comes to the beach I prefer windswept and barren to tanning lotion and volleyball. Walking along the sand on a cold, windy day is romantic but all those rows of bodies during the summer makes me think of the meat case at the supermarket. Of course, part of my summer beach phobia is swimsuit related...which is why I like the idea of this portable beach hut from The Conran Store. Cost...£600. The ability to change away from prying eyes before you make a dash to the water...priceless.