# The Denes Beach at Southwold — Reviews & Visitor Info > A popular Southwold seaside spot offering golden sands with an onsite restaurant for refreshments, though visitors should note picnics aren't permitted and wheelchair access is limited. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/southwold/attractions/the-denes-beach-at-southwold (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Beach # The Denes Beach at Southwold Southwold, Suffolk [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=7972324539451757735&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Andrew Chilvers](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/105081791838251626049) **In short:** The Denes Beach at Southwold is a beach in Southwold, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 184 Google reviews. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About The Denes Beach at Southwold A popular Southwold seaside spot offering golden sands with an onsite restaurant for refreshments, though visitors should note picnics aren't permitted and wheelchair access is limited. ## Photos Photos via Google ## What visitors say [Julia Mandich](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/103031659941627084515/reviews) ★★★★★ Lovely dog friendly stretch of beach. We took a beach blanket and some fish and chips from nearby Mrs T down to the beach for our lunch and then enjoyed walking along the beach offlead with our dog and then back along the dunes. Highly recommend for those with a dog! (Dog friendly section stops where you get to the beach huts) · via Google [Simon May](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/107576602041651634556/reviews) ★★★★★ I tend to stick to the part of teh beach which is between the town and the ferry/harbour. It is beautiful sand (extremely fine), and has some lovely dunes. It tends to get somewhat busy, with a number of dog walkers, and others. But there is nearly always somewhere to park yourself, in space, and maybe fly a kite. It is lovely ! · via Google [Max Hemingway](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/110572219903847400708/reviews) ★★★★★ A great beach for walking the dog on. Flat, clean and sandy for the pooch to run around and enjoy. · via Google [Ryan G](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/103213873317699524024/reviews) ★★★★★ Amazing beach on the outstanding Suffolk coastline and it's a sandy beach protected by groynes in a traditional seaside town and it was high tide still plenty of room on the beach it's only a 5 mins walk from town centre and pier I visited today and went on the beach twice and had a long paddle in the sea the waves were moderate which was grest and closest toilets are next to the pier I pretty much had the whole beach to myself too and also a iconic lighthouse next to the seafront too the sun was shining whilst we were here · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x47da23acddd047a3:0x6ea362edf026d4a7!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ## At a glance **Address** Southwold, Suffolk [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=52.3197339%2C1.6769182) **Category** Beaches & Coastline **Guest rating** 4.7 / 5 (184 reviews) **Suitable for** All Ages **Setting** Outdoor **Good for children** Yes **Destination** Southwold [More attractions in Southwold](https://staycation.co.uk/southwold/attractions) ★ 4.7 (184 reviews) [01502 724729](tel:01502724729) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Southwold [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x47da23acddd047a3:0x6ea362edf026d4a7!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x47da23acddd047a3:0x6ea362edf026d4a7!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x47da23acddd047a3:0x6ea362edf026d4a7!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Southwold Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. [Check availability →](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DSouthwold%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/southwold/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/southwold/camping) ## Quick answers ### Is The Denes Beach at Southwold any good? The Denes Beach at Southwold is rated 4.7 out of 5 from 184 Google reviews. ### Is The Denes Beach at Southwold good for children? Yes, The Denes Beach at Southwold is listed as good for children. ### Is The Denes Beach at Southwold indoors or outdoors? The Denes Beach at Southwold is mainly outdoors. ### What ages is The Denes Beach at Southwold suitable for? The Denes Beach at Southwold suits all ages. ### How do I contact The Denes Beach at Southwold? Call The Denes Beach at Southwold on 01502 724729. ## More near The Denes Beach at Southwold ### Hotels & B&Bs nearby - [The Sail Loft ★ 4.4 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/southwold/hotels/the-sail-loft) - [The Lord Nelson ★ 4.5 · 0.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/holton/hotels/the-lord-nelson) - [The Swan Southwold ★ 4.5 · 0.5 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/suffolk/hotels/the-swan-southwold) - [The Swan Hotel ★ 4.5 · 0.5 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/southwold/hotels/the-swan-hotel) ### Holiday cottages nearby - [Iona Cottage 0.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/east-suffolk/cottages/iona-cottage-syk1161189) - [York Cottage 0.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/east-suffolk/cottages/york-cottage-syk1196149) - [Harbour Lights 0.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/east-suffolk/cottages/harbour-lights-syk1117049) - [The Dunes, Southwold 0.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/east-suffolk/cottages/the-dunes-southwold-syk1117081) ### Campsites nearby - [Southwold Camping and Caravan Site ★ 4.3 · 0.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/southwold/camping/southwold-camping-and-caravan-site) - [Walberswick Camping ★ 5.0 · 0.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/suffolk/camping/walberswick-camping) - [Pigs in Blankets Southwold ★ 4.8 · 1.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/southwold/camping/pigs-in-blankets-southwold) - [Field Farm Fisheries ★ 4.6 · 4.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/suffolk/camping/field-farm-fisheries) ### Things to do nearby - [Southwold Pier ★ 4.3 · 0.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/southwold/attractions/southwold-pier) - [Coastal Voyager ★ 4.9 · 0.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/southwold/attractions/coastal-voyager) - [Dunwich Heath Coastal Centre and Beach ★ 4.7 · 3.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/dunwich/attractions/dunwich-heath-coastal-centre-and-beach) - [RSPB Minsmere ★ 4.8 · 5.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/westleton/attractions/rspb-minsmere)