Saxmundham

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Snape Marshes is a nature reserve south of Snape in Suffolk. It is managed by the Suffolk Wildlife Trust.
Snape Marshes is a nature reserve south of Snape in Suffolk. It is managed by the Suffolk Wildlife Trust.
Darsham Marshes is a nature reserve south of Darsham in Suffolk. It is managed by the Suffolk Wildlife Trust.
Hazlewood Marshes is a nature reserve in Aldeburgh, Suffolk. It is managed by the Suffolk Wildlife Trust.
Gromford Meadow is a biological Site of Special Scientific Interest west of Snape in Suffolk
The Westleton Crown

The Westleton Crown

3 out of 5
The Street Saxmundham England
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Saxmundham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (371 reviews)
Amazing stay from pre-check-in to check out. Clean room with amenities. We took our dog and they provided a dog bed, towel, water bowl and treats. Perfect bolthole for a stay away. We sat and played games in the snug area of the bar with an open fire for the afternoon. There’s complimentary canapés ...

Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

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The Ship at Dunwich

The Ship at Dunwich

4 out of 5
St James Street Dunwich Saxmundham England
The price is RM431 per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
RM431
RM517 total
26 Feb - 27 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach inn in Saxmundham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (144 reviews)
Very friendly staff and comfortable room

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

The Ship at Dunwich
The Bell Hotel Saxmundham

The Bell Hotel Saxmundham

4 out of 5
31 High Street Saxmundham England
The price is RM651 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
RM651
RM781 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Saxmundham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (38 reviews)
Room was good but suffered from road noise. Breakfast was excellent. Service was good but we were surprised to have to wait to check in whilst the person completed a conversation with a friend.

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

The Bell Hotel Saxmundham
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Mollett's Farm

Mollett's Farm

3.5 out of 5
Main Road, Benhall Saxmundham England
Stay at this cottage in Saxmundham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Glemham Hall and Saxmundham Museum are located nearby.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (33 reviews)
Lovely cosy property perfect for a relaxing weekend. Nice towns nearby with castles to visit etc

Reviewed on 21 Nov 2024

Mollett's Farm
The White Horse Inn

The White Horse Inn

4 out of 5
Norwich Road (Main A140) Eye England
Stay at this apartment in Eye. Enjoy free parking and a restaurant. Popular attractions Mid-Suffolk Light Railway and EmZo are located nearby.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (292 reviews)
Yes room in good condition staff good

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

The White Horse Inn
Dawn Chorus Holidays

Dawn Chorus Holidays

3 out of 5
The Pines, Hall Road Beccles England
Stay at this cabin in Beccles. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and a garden. Popular attractions Beccles Lido and Ellough Park Raceway are located ...
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In an area as steeped in history as the Suffolk Coast, it takes something special to stand out. Dunwich manages to do just this. Known as the lost city of England, this tiny village certainly has a story to tell. Dating back to Anglo-Saxon times, Dunwich once stood proud as the capital of the Kingdom of the Eastern Angles, at its mightiest matching 14th century London for size. It was a seat of power for the Anglo-Saxon bishops for centuries, an international port, and the Domesday book of 1086 puts the population at over 3000. The little village of Dunwich was once a thriving seaport; but over the centuries the sea reclaimed the town leaving not much behind except for a wonderful stretch of beach. This expanse of shingle seems to go on forever in both directions, backed by low crumbling cliffs. Dunwich beach is set in a break between the cliffs where the road literally ends on the beach. Here you will find a number of small boats pulled up on the sand and a the National Trust tearoom. In fact, the National Trust own the beach and much of the surrounding countryside including Dunwich Heath which runs along the coast. This whole area is teeming with wildlife which thrive in these rare habitats. Just a short drive from Dunwich you will find RSPB Minsmere. Here you can spend a day spotting some the UKs rarest birds and wildlife including the Avocet, Bittern, Otter and Red Deer. USEFUL INFORMATION Public Conveniences and Baby Changing Facilities in Dunwich Public toilets with disabled access and baby changing facilities are located at the Beach Car Park in Dunwich. HOW TO GET TO DUNWICH - PUBLIC TRANSPORT By Train: Darsham is approximately six miles away with train services by Abellio Great Anglia running to Lowestoft and Ipswich and on-going connections to London Liverpool Street and Cambridge. All train tickets can be purchased via the Abellio Greater Anglia Website or the app. HOW TO GET TO DUNWICH - BY CAR From Norwich -Take the A146 to Beccles, followed by the A145 From Ipswich - Dunwich is signposted from the A12 – approximately 24 miles north of Ipswich. From Lowestoft - Follow the A12 to Ipswich. At Blythburgh follow the B1125 and signposts to Dunwich. From London - Follow the A12 towards Ipswich, then Lowestoft before taking the B1125 at Blythburgh and signposts to Dunwich. CAR PARKS IN DUNWICH Beach Car Park, Dunwich, IP17 3DE Dogs allowed, no lifeguard services, cafe open from spring to fall. #beach #coast #coastal #suffolk #uk #england #britain #walk #dogwalk #wildlife

Dunwich Heath and Beach

5/5(3 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Dunwich Heath and Beach, a lovely green space in Saxmundham. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Dunwich Heath and Beach

Snape Maltings

4/5(83 reviews)

You can make plans for a show at Snape Maltings on your trip to Tunstall. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.

Snape Maltings

Lonely Farm Country Park

Explore the great outdoors at Lonely Farm Country Park, a lovely green space in Saxmundham. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Lonely Farm Country Park

Reviews of Saxmundham

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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Nice town. Had a wander round. Was here on business so not really time to explore.

3/5 - Okay

Kings

Quite tired. Mostly charity shops, estate agents and hairdressers. One charming little art gallery with a delightful owner who was very helpful. No pubs apart the The Bell which has gone from hotel to a pub with rooms! Very disappointing

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Didn't visit Saxmundham

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Not many places for dinner!

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Whilst we didn't actually visit Saxmundham town, we did have a very pleasant look around Southwold and Aldeburgh as well as Snape Maltings. Very pleasant part of Suffolk

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Only visited the town for the off-licence, sorry! Area around it is stunning--visited Leiston Abbey(not on list!!)