Covehithe COVEHITHE 2


Venture just 4 miles north of Southwold (turn right


at Wrentham) and you will find your way to Covehithe. There is no parking as such but plenty of space on the side of the roads and quiet country lanes. The first thing you will notice are the ruins of St Andrews Church and the fact you can’t see the beach. Fear not, you don’t have to scale the cliffs, there is a lovely walk through farmland and coastal paths to the beach. This takes around 15-minutes and is on uneven and narrow paths so is not ideal for the less mobile. The fact it doesn’t have easy access means this is a quiet beach. Like Southwold it is picturesque and sandy, so families that venture here with their four- legged friends will enjoy miles of space. Be aware that the tide will cut off certain points along the beach so please check tide tables. ✶ Great for walks with your furry friends.


DUNWICH 3


A village steeped in history, Dunwich is 7 miles south of


Southwold and is known as the lost city of England having been one of the largest towns in the country in the 11th century. Following a succession of major storms in the 12th and 13th centuries the town


is largely under the sea though it is said you can hear the church bells ringing on quiet nights. Aside the history this is a fantastic place to spend a day on the coast. The beach is largely shingle and pebble so those who don’t like sand will head here. There is plenty of free parking and you can walk for miles in either direction to find your own quiet spot for the day. Within easy walking distance there are a couple of pubs and cafes as well as Dunwich Museum. ✶ Great for swimming.


for hosting the world crabbing championship in years gone by this is an idyllic beach with great walks through the dunes and along the wide sandy beach. Plenty of parking near the beach or find one of the smaller car parks slightly further away and take the boardwalk through the marshes down the sea. ✶ Great for crabbing, who will get the biggest?


MINSMERE 5


Made famous by BBC Springwatch this is a fantastic


wildlife reserve with a variety of environments from heath to woodland and marsh to beach. Make the most of lovely walks throughout the year – this is particularly good in autumn when the leaves begin to turn. Park on the side of the road for an extended walk through the reserve before


Walberswick Beach WALBERSWICK


from the harbour (or if going by car follow the signs to Walberswick from the A12). This really is a picture postcard coastal village with two lovely pubs and a handful of small shops. Perhaps best known


4 . Southwold & Beyond .


Take the Southwold ferry (a traditional rowing boat) across


heading down to the beach or park in the reserve to go straight down to the sea. This is a real favourite with wildlife lovers so don’t forget your binoculars and pocket guide to British wildlife! There is a café onsite so stop off and refuel before heading back out. ✶ Great for wildlife lovers.


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Photo: Helen Carter-Marritt


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