Plymouth marina is one of the most Instagrammable in the UK

Royal William Yard, Plymouth, Devon
-Credit: (Image: Getty Images / iStockphoto)


A new study by travel experts GetByFerry has uncovered the ten most Instagrammable marinas in the UK, based on the number of tagged posts each marina has on Instagram.

While Brighton Marina, with 105,327 tagged Instagram posts, took the top spot, The Royal William Yard in Plymouth, with 45,220 tagged Instagram posts, came in fourth place.

The Royal William Yard in Plymouth, once a naval victualling yard, has been beautifully transformed into a trendy destination, featuring restaurants, galleries, and independent shops.

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The area’s impressive Grade I listed buildings, coupled with modern marina facilities and panoramic waterfront views, make for a unique backdrop.

The Royal William Yard wasn’t the only Devon location to make the top ten as Brixham Harbour and Ilfracombe Harbour came in fifth and sixth places respectively.

Marina at the Royal William Yard
Marina at the Royal William Yard -Credit:Getty Images / E+

Brixham’s picturesque harbour perfectly captures the essence of a working fishing village, lined with colourful fishing boats and trawlers that reflect the area’s maritime heritage. Ilfracombe Harbour is known for its rugged cliffs and hidden coves, creating a picturesque and varied landscape for photographers. Ilfracombe is also home to the iconic Verity sculpture by Damien Hirst, making it a must-visit spot for any modern art enthusiast.

The study generated a list of 57 marinas based on popular tourist destinations in the UK and the top five hashtags for each marina destination were found on Instagram and the number of posts featuring each hashtag was returned. The frequency for the five hashtags for each marina were combined to give an overall hashtag count for each location. The locations were then ranked based on overall hashtag count with the most frequently tagged marina at the top.

The beautiful fishing town of Brixham, Devon
The beautiful fishing town of Brixham, Devon -Credit:Getty Images / Moment RF

The most Instagrammable marinas in the UK

1. Brighton Marina, East Sussex, 105,327 tagged Instagram posts

2. Port Solent, Hampshire, 67,379 tagged Instagram posts

3. Ocean Village, Hampshire, 53,478 tagged Instagram posts

4. Royal William Yard, Devon, 45,220 tagged Instagram posts

5. Brixham Harbour, Devon, 34,691 tagged Instagram posts

6. Ilfracombe Harbour, Devon, 21,821 tagged Instagram posts

7. Hull Marina, Yorkshire, 21,480 tagged Instagram posts

8. Portishead Marina, Somerset, 20,596 tagged Instagram posts

9. St Katharine Docks, London, 13,310 tagged Instagram posts

10. Barton Marina, Staffordshire, 9,962 tagged Instagram posts

Brighton Marina took first place
Brighton Marina took first place -Credit:Getty Images/iStockphoto

Ante Dagelić, CEO of GetByFerry, said: “Nowadays, people are not only seeking out destinations for relaxation or adventure, but also for those picture-perfect moments that can be shared online. Marinas, with their blend of natural beauty, nautical charm, and often vibrant social scenes, offer a compelling backdrop for Instagram storytelling.

“It’s interesting to note the dominance of Hampshire and Devon in the rankings – known for their scenic, tranquil settings, the beauty of these counties clearly resonates with those looking to capture the perfect moment on Instagram.”