# Dunwich Heath Coastal Centre and Beach — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info > Experience stunning Suffolk coastline at this family-friendly nature reserve, where sandy beaches meet heathland trails teeming with rare birds including nightjars and woodlarks. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/dunwich/attractions/dunwich-heath-coastal-centre-and-beach (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Beach # Dunwich Heath Coastal Centre and Beach Coastguard Cottages, Minsmere Road, Dunwich, Suffolk, IP17 3DJ. [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=12939994928821043204&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [V De Carlo](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/102707182818892685052) **In short:** Dunwich Heath Coastal Centre and Beach is a beach in Dunwich, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 461 Google reviews. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Dunwich Heath Coastal Centre and Beach Experience stunning Suffolk coastline at this family-friendly nature reserve, where sandy beaches meet heathland trails teeming with rare birds including nightjars and woodlarks. ## Photos Photos via Google ## Opening hours **Monday** Open 24 hours **Tuesday** Open 24 hours **Wednesday** Open 24 hours **Thursday** Open 24 hours **Friday** Open 24 hours **Saturday** Open 24 hours **Sunday** Open 24 hours Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours. ## What visitors say [R J](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/101623973715041523895/reviews) ★★★★★ Theres a large car park next to the beach. Its free. It gets very busy. Cafe nearby too, again, gets stupidly busy. Toilets. Dogs allowed on the beach, children too. The beach is stoney and full of pebbles. No sand castles available here I'm afraid! · via Google [Andy David](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/118428373727307552196/reviews) ★★★★★ Wonderful single beach , dog friendly all year round , unspoiled coast line . Free parking , but donations welcome .Great cafe , good food and toilets next door along with lovely gallery well worth a look .Pop up Sauna sometimes in car park . · via Google [James Reeves](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/114446711259960928893/reviews) ★★★★★ Long shingle beach, adjacent to river/ wetland and forest. Loads of wildlife on offer. Very quiet when we visited too. · via Google [Anurag Khullar](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/105571503056060817859/reviews) ★★★★★ One of the best beach & sea view with open seating in natural green space. The beach and surrounding heath provide ample opportunities for outdoor activities. Whether you’re interested in a leisurely walk, a picnic, or exploring the interactive family trails, there’s something for everyone. The beach is also dog-friendly, allowing your furry friends to join in the fun. There is a cafe named coast-guard tea room with ample sitting area & parking, which is managed very well by National trust. · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x47da213bad9b7897:0xb39418d427bc0004!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ## At a glance **Address** Coastguard Cottages, Minsmere Road, Dunwich, Suffolk, IP17 3DJ. [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=52.2788030%2C1.6336685) **Category** Parks & Play Areas **Guest rating** 4.7 / 5 (461 reviews) **Suitable for** All Ages **Setting** Outdoor **Destination** Dunwich [More attractions in Dunwich](https://staycation.co.uk/dunwich/attractions) ★ 4.7 (461 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/dunwich-heath-and-beach?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [01728 648501](tel:01728648501) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Dunwich [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x47da213bad9b7897:0xb39418d427bc0004!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x47da213bad9b7897:0xb39418d427bc0004!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x47da213bad9b7897:0xb39418d427bc0004!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Dunwich Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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Call Dunwich Heath Coastal Centre and Beach on +44 1728 648501. ## More near Dunwich Heath Coastal Centre and Beach ### Hotels & B&Bs nearby - [Mulleys Cottage Bed and Breakfast ★ 5.0 · 2.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/westleton/hotels/mulleys-cottage-bed-and-breakfast) - [The Westleton Crown ★ 4.4 · 2.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/saxmundham/hotels/the-westleton-crown) - [The Anchor at Walberswick ★ 4.3 · 2.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/southwold/hotels/the-anchor-at-walberswick) - [Argyll House Bed and Breakfast ★ 5.0 · 2.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/westleton/hotels/argyll-house-bed-and-breakfast) ### Holiday cottages nearby - [Seadrift 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/east-suffolk/cottages/seadrift-syk1116852) - [Church Farm, Dunwich 0.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/east-suffolk/cottages/church-farm-dunwich-syk1116943) - [Church Farm Cottage, Dunwich 0.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/east-suffolk/cottages/church-farm-cottage-dunwich-syk1117008) - [Church Farm Barn 0.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/east-suffolk/cottages/church-farm-barn-syk1136518) ### Campsites nearby - [Cliff House Holiday Park ★ 4.4 · 1.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/suffolk/camping/cliff-house-holiday-park) - [Walberswick Camping ★ 5.0 · 2.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/suffolk/camping/walberswick-camping) - [Southwold Camping and Caravan Site ★ 4.3 · 3.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/southwold/camping/southwold-camping-and-caravan-site) - [Haw Wood Farm Caravans and Camping ★ 4.8 · 3.5 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/suffolk/camping/haw-wood-farm-caravans-and-camping) ### Things to do nearby - [RSPB Minsmere ★ 4.8 · 2.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/westleton/attractions/rspb-minsmere) - [Coastal Voyager ★ 4.9 · 3.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/southwold/attractions/coastal-voyager) - [Southwold Pier ★ 4.3 · 3.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/southwold/attractions/southwold-pier) - [The Denes Beach at Southwold ★ 4.7 · 3.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/southwold/attractions/the-denes-beach-at-southwold)