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Southwold Pier Beach is the northern and more urban stretch of the Southwold beach. The beach is sandy, gently sloping, and backed by the promenade and the town at a higher level. At high tide, there is very little beach visible. The beach is a mix of sand and shingle, with beach groynes and colourful beach huts adding to the traditional seaside atmosphere.
The 800-foot (250m) long pier, opened in 1900, is one of the most iconic features of Southwold beach. Over the years, the pier has suffered damage from storms, including the destruction of the pier head in 1934 and further damage in 1998, which led to its closure. However, extensive refurbishment work has restored the pier to its former glory, and it now features a pavilion, restaurant, amusements, and the famous water clock.
The beach has been recognised for its quality with regular Blue Flag awards, demonstrating that it is not only clean but also provides an excellent array of amenities. The promenade runs along the front of the town, offering easy access to the town centre and harbour area. Visitors can enjoy a range of activities, including a stroll along the promenade, a visit to the pier, and a day out in the town.
There are cafes and restaurants near the pier, and the town centre is just a short walk away. The beach is a great destination for families, with colourful beach huts and plenty of facilities nearby.
The pier and lighthouse may look familiar to some, as they were used extensively as locations in the children's TV series "Grandpa in My Pocket".
Southwold Pier Beach is on the Suffolk Heritage Coast.
Sand Shingle
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| Chance of rain | 80% |
| Max temperature | 19°C |
| feels like | 20°C |
| Wind 17mph |  |
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| Chance of rain | % |
| Min temperature | 12°C |
| feels like | 13°C |
| Wind 12mph |  |
The tide at Southwold Pier Beach is currently rising. High tide will be at approximately 3:09 PM, and the next low tide will be at approximately 9:04 PM.
Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low
Food available
Toilets
Shops
Parking available off North Parade.
Dogs not allowed on the beach nearest the town during the summer months.
Beach cleaned regularly.
Daily - 21st May - 4th September
Water quality not measured here
just over a mile south-southwest as the seagull flies, just over a mile by road.
around 6 miles north-northeast as the seagull flies, around 9 miles by road.
around 10 miles north-northeast as the seagull flies, around 12 miles by road.
around 10 miles north-northeast as the seagull flies, around 12 miles by road.
around 12 miles north-northeast as the seagull flies, around 15 miles by road.
around 17 miles north as the seagull flies, around 20 miles by road.
around 18 miles north as the seagull flies, around 23 miles by road.
around 18 miles north as the seagull flies, around 23 miles by road.
around 19 miles north as the seagull flies, around 23 miles by road.
around 19 miles north as the seagull flies, around 23 miles by road.
around 21 miles north as the seagull flies, around 25 miles by road.
around 22 miles north as the seagull flies, around 26 miles by road.
around 24 miles north as the seagull flies, around 29 miles by road.
around 25 miles north as the seagull flies, around 31 miles by road.
around 4 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 9 miles by road or 5 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 13 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 18 miles by road or 14 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 29 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 40 miles by road.
around 30 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 41 miles by road.
Location: Southwold
Location type: Town
OS Grid: TM511764
Coordinates: 52°19'43"N 1°41'2"E
Mapcode: GBR YWV.SPT
What 3 Words: robot.eventful.awkward
Coordinates and location codes are for an approximate mid-point of the beach, and may not reflect the best access point or the most popular part of the beach.
County: Suffolk
Country: England
Local Authority: Waveney
Parish: Southwold
Nearest postcode: IP18 6LT
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
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