Ideal for dog walkers and families, this Suffolk beach offers a great alternative to busy nearby seaside towns
A beach trip is often associated with relaxation and lasting memories, yet it is easy to overlook how hot weather can draw large crowds. One dog-friendly beach, off the beaten track, offers a good alternative for families looking to avoid the madness and enjoy a peaceful day out.
Covehithe Beach, between the busier Southwold and Lowestoft seaside towns, is defined by its beautifully golden sandy beach, edged by eroding sandstone cliffs. Situated around two hours from Cambridge, anyone who has visited Covehithe can attest that it is a remote beach.
Unlike most busy seaside locations along the Suffolk coast, Covehithe does not have a car park, ice cream kiosk, or a fish and chip shop. So, if you crave the hustle and bustle of a well-known seaside resort with shops and arcades galore, then this location isn’t the spot for you.
However, if you seek a stunning view for a walk, and a calm area to bask in the rays, this beach is as close as you could get to an unspoiled seaside village. As it is a wild beach, extra care should be taken to respect the wildlife and the environment.
According to The Suffolk Coast, the beach can only be reached on foot via a single track. To access the beach, visitors will need to walk from the village, through fields and along a footpath.
A previous visitor wrote on Tripadvisor: “Lovely Sandy beach 10-15 min walk from the end of the lane to get there along the footpath. Well worth the walk. You can see Southwold beach to the right in the distance.”
The town of Beccles is located about 10 miles from Covehithe, so visitors can extend their trip and have a wander around the historic market town – there are even fish and chip restaurants that you could try.
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