The delightful warmth of an unexpectedly sunny day can be all the inspiration you need to head out and explore one of the many gorgeous spots on The Suffolk Coast. So pack a picnic, gather the family and make the most of the uncharacteristically warm Indian summer we are currently experiencing.
A day by the sea at Southwold
Take in the blue skies and sea air in beautiful
Southwold with a stroll along the prom and a trip to the beach. Grab your bucket and spade and get digging in the golden sands before braving a dip in the sea! Visit the quirky
Pier with its water clock, wacky walk of mirrors, and a whole collection of interactive automatons in the ‘Under the Pier show’.
Browse the shops selling nautical homewares and gifts before heading towards the town for an ice cream and maybe a trip to the
Adnams brewery. Then round off the day by indulging in afternoon tea at
Southwold Boating Lake and Tearoom where adults can relax with tea and scones while the children try out the boating lake.
Sail the River Alde
Step on board Tilly or Hagar with
Suffolk River Trips and enjoy a 45 minute trip along the River Alde towards Iken Cliff. Departing from the historic Snape Maltings Quay, the trip gives you the chance to explore this stunning National Landscape and discover the wildlife that changes with the seasons and stunning views across the mudflats and the reeds. For the keen birdwatchers, Hagar enables trips out at lower states of the tide when there are more wading birds around.
Take a dip at Beccles Lido
Visit the quaint town of
Beccles which is home to the stunning
Beccles Lido; a fantastic outdoor swimming pool for all the family to enjoy. The heated open-air pool is located just next to the river Waveney and is surrounded by places to sit and grassy lawns as well as sun loungers for stretching out under the warm rays. There’s a separate toddler and paddling pool, a slide and even a diving board, all with views across the Waveney Valley.
Boating on the Broads
Sunny days are best enjoyed by boat and Oulton Broads are renowned for being the best place to explore all that boating has to offer. Famous for being the largest protected wetlands in Britain and a recognised National Park, the broads offer a nautical adventure for budding sailors of all ages.
Oulton Broad Dayboats allow you to hire a self-drive boat by the hour or day and the price includes life jackets, fuel and insurance.
Hipperson’s boat yard offers dayboats, kayaks and canoes as well as options for floating accommodation should you wish to extend your stay. Spend time in the sun bobbing along the Broads’ southern gateway, where the river Waveney meets the sea, enjoying the sights and sounds of the wildlife and watching the world as you drift on by.
Ice Cream and Amusements in Felixstowe
Take a trip to
Felixstowe and enjoy four miles of sand and shingle beaches lined with colourful and quirky beach huts; the perfect spot to paddle, get your toes sandy and indulge in an ice cream on the prom. Kids of all ages will enjoy spending their pennies on the slot machines on the pier and for a real treat pop along to
Mannings Amusements; originally built by the famous Billy Butlin and now the must-go place for nostalgic family seaside fun. Try your hand at the magical crazy golf, ten pin bowling and a range of traditional fairground games - all the fun of the fair!
Explore The Suffolk Coast by sea with Jet Adventures
What better way to see The Suffolk Coast and enjoy the September sun than with a trip on board Shearwater with Jet Adventures. This exciting scenic boat trip will head out from Lowestoft, travelling along the Norfolk and Suffolk coast where you can discover marine mammals, fish and birds that call these seas home.
Afterwards, pay a visit to East Point Pavilion where you can tuck into delicious street food, craft beers, cocktails, cakes and coffee.