Surrounded by peaceful countryside and award-winning beaches,
the heritage resort of Southwold is a haven from the demands
of modern society.

Southwold is doubly favoured. It lies in the centre of the Suffolk Heritage Coast, which consists of long stretches of sand bordering on salt marshes, with large areas of woodland sweeping down to
the shore. It is also surrounded by a designated area of
outstanding natural beauty.

Southwold is situated on a hill, which rises gently from the Blyth Valley and the town has a southeasterly aspect. Since the River Blyth to the south and the Buss Creek to the north form the town boundaries, it will be seen that Southwold is virtually an island. This fact has stood the town in good stead by limiting development, thus helping to retain much of Southwold´s old world charm, a charm which shows to particular advantage out of season.

The town looks out over Sole Bay, scene of an inconclusive battle in 1672 between the combined British and French fleets and the Dutch fleet. The lighthouse, built in 1890, stands 101 feet above the town. Its beacon can be seen for 17 miles out to sea, warning mariners they are nearing the east coast.

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