Suffolk, England, United Kingdom

Covehithe Beach

Covehithe Beach is a serene and secluded beach, known for its beautiful natural surroundings. The beach is not entirely sandy, as there are some stones present both in the water and before the water. It is a peaceful area, ideal for walks and sitting, and dogs are welcome all year round.

The beach is easily accessible via a footpath opposite a church. The path to the beach is about a mile long and passes through a couple of fields and across the top of the beach. The path does narrow towards the end, but there are decent passing places.

There are no facilities at the beach, and it is important to note that it is unsupervised, with strong waters.

Discover places to stay near Covehithe Beach and enjoy the tranquility of this serene and secluded spot.

Parking is available on the street, along the road that leads to the ruin of St Andrews church. The parking area is a short walk from where the path to the beach begins.

What to do at Covehithe Beach?

Amenities

Covehithe Beach amenities include parking.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight the beach's beautiful and peaceful nature, with many appreciating its seclusion and the surrounding scenery. The beach is also praised for being dog-friendly and easily accessible via a short walk. However, some visitors express concerns about the strong waters and the presence of stones in and around the water.

Where to Stay near Covehithe Beach?

If you’re visiting Covehithe Beach, consider staying in the nearby town of Southwold, which offers a range of accommodation options and is known for its charming seaside atmosphere. Most visitors explore the broader Suffolk area, enjoying its picturesque towns and countryside, with Covehithe Beach as a peaceful retreat during their trip.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

Where is Covehithe Beach?

Latitude: 52.3692012 / Longitude: 1.7056182

Covehithe Beach is located in Suffolk. The following map of Covehithe Beach shows the exact location.

Covehithe Beach: Weather Today

📅 Monday, September 7, 2026
Today is an underwhelming day for a trip to the beach, with conditions best suited for a brisk walk along the shoreline rather than lounging on the sand. The sky remains mostly filled with clouds, and light drizzling rain may dampen your outing throughout the day. You will feel a noticeably stiff breeze coming off the water, which could make sitting still quite chilly. The sea remains cool, definitely on the refreshing side, so it is best to stay on dry land today. With a maximum air temperature of 25.7 °C and a sea temperature of 19.7 °C, the water is not ideal for swimming. Please keep an eye on the moving waves, as the breezy conditions are creating a bit of motion along the coast.
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Air

Low / High16.6°C/25.7°C
Feels Like (High)24.3°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature19.7 °C
Wave Height0.5 m
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Rain

Rain Chance15%
Rainfall0.1 mm
Rain Duration1 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset06:14/19:27
Sunshine Hours7.3 hrs
UV Index3.3
Cloud Cover73%
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Wind

Speed20.5 km/h
Gusts37.4 km/h
DirectionSW

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