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Best Beaches in Suffolk

Discover standout beaches across Suffolk, from dependable local favourites to destination-worthy finds that justify the drive.

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South Beach
Child FriendlyDog Friendly

South Beach

LowestoftFREE

South Beach, Lowestoft, Suffolk offers a sandy coastal shoreline with traditional seaside attractions, cafes, and promenade access for swimming and water activities.

Pakefield Beach
Child Friendly

Pakefield Beach

Lowestoft££

Pakefield Beach, Lowestoft, Suffolk. Sandy shoreline with beach huts and promenade facilities. Popular seaside destination for swimming, walking, and family days out.

Shingle Street

Shingle Street

Woodbridge££

Shingle Street, Woodbridge, Suffolk - a coastal beach featuring distinctive shingle banks and tidal mudflats. Popular for wildlife observation and walking along the Suffolk shoreline.

National Trust - Dunwich Heath and Beach
Child FriendlyParking

National Trust - Dunwich Heath and Beach

Dunwich££

National Trust - Dunwich Heath and Beach offers a scenic stretch of shingle beach and heathland along the Suffolk coast in Dunwich.

Southwold Beach
Free EntryChild Friendly

Southwold Beach

SouthwoldFREE

Southwold Beach offers a family-friendly stretch of sandy shore in Southwold, Suffolk, with traditional seaside attractions and vibrant beach huts lining the promenade.

Aldeburgh Beach
Dog FriendlyChild Friendly

Aldeburgh Beach

Aldeburgh

Aldeburgh Beach offers a pebble shoreline along Crag Path in Aldeburgh, Suffolk, ideal for swimming, walking, and seaside activities.

Bawdsey Beach
Child FriendlyParking

Bawdsey Beach

BawdseyFREE

Bawdsey Beach, 42 Ferry Rd, 3ax, Suffolk IP12 3AX. Coastal beach offering shingle shores and sea views along the Suffolk coast.

Thorpeness Beach
Child Friendly

Thorpeness Beach

Leiston££

Thorpeness Beach, Leiston, Suffolk offers a shingle shoreline with beach huts and calm waters ideal for swimming and family visits along the Suffolk coast.

Southwold Pier
Child FriendlyParking

Southwold Pier

Southwold££

Southwold Pier offers sandy beaches and traditional seaside attractions on Southwold, Suffolk's picturesque coastline. Family-friendly waterfront destination with arcades, food, and sea views.

Walberswick Beach
Child Friendly

Walberswick Beach

Southwold££

Walberswick Beach, Southwold, Suffolk offers a wide sandy shoreline ideal for swimming, walking, and family seaside activities along the Suffolk coast.

The Denes Beach
Child Friendly

The Denes Beach

Southwold££

The Denes Beach in Southwold, Suffolk offers a sheltered sandy shoreline with excellent facilities and direct access from Ferry Road.

Bawdsey Quay
ParkingWheelchair Accessible

Bawdsey Quay

Woodbridge

Bawdsey Quay is a sandy beach and quayside spot near Woodbridge, Suffolk, sitting at the mouth of the River Deben with views across to Felixstowe Ferry.

Lowestoft South Beach

Lowestoft South Beach

Lowestoft

Lowestoft South Beach offers seaside activities and attractions on the Suffolk coast, providing varied days out for families and visitors in Lowestoft, Suffolk.

Dunwich Beach

Dunwich Beach

Dunwich££

Dunwich Beach is a shingle and sand shoreline in Dunwich, Suffolk, managed by the National Trust. Located along the heritage coast, it offers coastal walks and access to the surrounding heathland…

Covehithe Beach
Child Friendly

Covehithe Beach

Covehithe

Covehithe Beach offers a sandy stretch along the Suffolk coast near Beccles, featuring dramatic cliffs and coastal walks.

Felixstowe Beach
Child Friendly

Felixstowe Beach

Felixstowe

Felixstowe Beach offers sandy shores and promenade attractions along the Suffolk coast. Family-friendly swimming, seaside activities, and views of container ships and sea traffic.

Felixstowe Ferry

Felixstowe Ferry

Felixstowe Ferry

Felixstowe Ferry offers sandy beaches along the Suffolk coast with views of the River Orwell. Visit this coastal spot in Felixstowe Ferry, Suffolk for swimming, walking, and seaside activities.

Pakefield Beach Hut

Pakefield Beach Hut

Lowestoft

Pakefield Beach Hut offers direct access to Lowestoft, Suffolk's sandy beaches. Enjoy seaside refreshments and facilities at this beachfront location in Pakefield.

Sizewell Beach
Child Friendly

Sizewell Beach

Leiston££

Sizewell Beach, Leiston, Suffolk offers a coastal shoreline near the power station with shingle beaches and sea access. Popular for walks, fishing, and views across the North Sea.

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Planning your Suffolk beaches shortlist

Suffolk has the kind of beaches scene where the best options are often the ones locals return to again and again. Some are worth a detour, some are ideal when you are already nearby, and some simply get the basics right every time.

Start with the main shortlist here, then narrow things down by town or by the features that matter most to your plans. If you already know you want somewhere dog friendly, family friendly, or especially good for a specific occasion, the links below will get you there faster.

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