Covehithe Beach

Covehithe is a remote and wild beach, but it is increasingly popular with visitors.

The beach is reached by a single track, so is only accessible on foot. Make the walk from the village, through fields and along a footpath and you are greeted with a golden stretch of sand framed by imposing crumbling cliffs.

This is a wild beach and so care needs to be taken to respect the wildlife and the environment; part of the Benacre National Nature Reserve  together with the lagoons, reeds and woods, the beach is dotted with the North Sea's offerings; sand blasted tree trunks of trees that once lined the cliff top. 

Essential Information

• There are no public conveniences at Covehithe Beach or in Covehithe village.
• There is no parking at the beach and no car parks within the village. On-road parking is available in the village but please respect the environment and locals who live here.
• There are no beach kiosks at Covehithe Beach or in the village.
• Please note, there is no lifeguard patrol on this beach.
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Be Wildlife Wise

Dogs are allowed on Covehithe Beach throughout the year, but please: 

• Pick up and take away any dog mess with you.
• Keep dogs out of the lagoons as otherwise this will scare any birds and any flea treatment on their coats will be harmful to the wildlife.
• Between March and August some areas of the beach are home to rare ground nesting birds including little tern, avocet and ringed plover which are fenced to allow them undisturbed areas to raise their young. Please keep well away from any areas fenced off for ground nesting birds and keep dogs on leads when in the surrounding area.
• Follow requests on signs, this will keep wildlife, dogs and yourself safe.
• Please do not bring or leave sources of fire such as barbeques, cigarettes, and litter near to plants and habitats at risk of fire. This includes woodland, dunes and grassland. They will be at particular risk of fire during periods of drought and high temperatures.