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

📅 Saturday, October 25, 2025
Today is not ideal for a beach visit to Covehithe Beach. Expect rain and a high chance of getting wet. The wind will be strong, so be careful if you're near the water. The maximum air temperature will be 10.3 °C. The sea temperature is 13.4 °C, so it's too cold for swimming. The waves are moderate in height. With considerable cloud cover, it's not a day for sunbathing.
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Air

Low / High5.4°C/10.3°C
Feels Like (High)4.6°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature13.4 °C
Wave Height0.9 m
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Rain

Rain Chance83%
Rainfall0.9 mm
Rain Duration5 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset07:37/17:37
Sunshine Hours6.0 hrs
UV Index1.95
Cloud Cover67%
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Wind

Speed35.8 km/h
Gusts59.8 km/h
DirectionW

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