Saxmundham Travel Guide

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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

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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! (373 reviews)
Bar and Dining Room attractive, food good, staff (mostly) helpful. Room, in adjacent development, awful: accessed only via steep, external flight of open stairs. No offer to assist elderly customers, ( Blue Badge holder), with luggage in poor weather. Small and cramped accommodation. Velux-style ...

Reviewed on 25 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 AU$210 per night from 19 Mar to 20 Mar
AU$210
19 Mar - 20 Mar
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 AU$266 per night from 27 Mar to 28 Mar
AU$266
27 Mar - 28 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

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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
2 Lion Cottages, Knodishall

2 Lion Cottages, Knodishall

Knodishall England
Stay at this apartment in Saxmundham. Popular attractions Long Shop Museum and Leiston Abbey are located nearby.
7.6/10 Good! (4 reviews)
Suited us fine for a mini-break.
A good place to stay if you are out and about. Bit tired in places but everything functions well and clean.

Reviewed on 30 June 2025

2 Lion Cottages, Knodishall
Linnet at Sweffling Hall, Dog Friendly

Linnet at Sweffling Hall, Dog Friendly

Sweffling Suffolk
Stay at this cabin in Saxmundham. Enjoy private pools, in-room fireplaces and a hot tub. Popular attractions Lonely Farm Country Park and Shawsgate Vineyard ...
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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

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

5/5(1 review)

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