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Covehithe Tourist Information


The village of Covehithe was previously known as North Hales, in which time it was much larger than it is today due to the sea encroaching more and more each year, the extent of this can be seen with ordinance survey maps.

There are two minor roads leading to the village, one starting from the village of Wrentham, the other branch off from the B1127 at South Cove converging into one road at the beginning of the village, then continuing for a short distance to the coast where it comes to an abrupt end due to the cliff erosion, therefore it is blocked giving no access to the beach. There is an opening on the left hand side allowing one to walk along the cliff top and coming to the beach at the end of the cliff. There is also a footpath at the entrance to the village which leads on to the beach at the opposite end of the cliff.

Covehithe is part of the Benacre Estate and is completely agricultural with working farms, although the number of cottages has decreased, but it can pride itself on having a protected Bird Sanctuary close by the lovely Benacre Broad.

The small thatched Church of St. Andrews was built in 1672 within the ruins of a much larger structure.

Opposite the Church stands the large thatched Anchor House, previously the 'Anchor Inn'.

The village attracts many visitors, some are intriqued by the Church and it's ruins, while others like to walk along the beach.

Covehithe has a wealth of history especially discovering just how much has already been lost to the sea, and sadly, with the pace of the erosion it cannot be too long before this dear little village is lost to us forever.

Description by Peggy Cannell

 

Images of Covehithe
The tree is completely in the sea during high tide due to erosion. © Peggy Cannell
The Anchor House. © Peggy Cannell
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What's near Covehithe

Attractions:
  Suffolk Wildlife Park  3 Miles
  East Anglia Transport Museum  6 Miles
  Dunwich Heath Coastal Centre and Beach  7 Miles
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Towns:
  Wrentham  2 Miles
  Reydon  2 Miles
  Benacre  2 Miles
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Estate Agents:
  Halford Wetmore  3 Miles
  Aldreds Residential  8 Miles
  Haart Lowestoft  8 Miles
Hotels:
  The Swan Hotel  3 Miles
  The Carlton Manor Hotel  6 Miles
  R&R Motel  6 Miles
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Self Catering:
  Chestnutt Cottage  3 Miles
  Rose Cliff Cottage  4 Miles
  Garden House  9 Miles
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Campsites:
  Field Farm Fisheries  3 Miles
  Kessingland Beach Holiday Park  3 Miles
  Pakefield Caravan Park  5 Miles

Cinema: Odeon Norwich  24 Miles

TIC: Southwold Tourist Information Centre     Tel: 01502 724729  3 Miles


Attractions near Covehithe
Suffolk Wildlife Park (3 Miles)*
Take a walk on the wild side and experience the thrill of your very own safari adventure at one of the UK's largest and most exciting wildlife attractions.
East Anglia Transport Museum (6 Miles)*
At Carlton Colville you will find a unique transport museum, this is the only place in the British Isles where visitors can not only view, but also ride on all three principal forms of public transport.
Dunwich Heath Coastal Centre and Beach (7 Miles)*
Dunwich Heath is one of Suffolk's most important conservation areas. There are many good walks and wonderful views of the Suffolk coastline.
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Towns near Covehithe
Wrentham Tourist Information (2 Miles)*
The village of Wrentham is situated on the A12 trunk road between Wangford and Kessingland with three minor roads leading off to Southwold, Covehithe and Beccles, making it a five cross road junction.
Reydon Tourist Information (2 Miles)*
The village of Reydon is on the outskirts of the town of Southwold. Three roads lead to Reydon Corner, from Wangford, Wrentham and Halesworth via Blythburgh, then converging into one road which leads into Southwold.
Benacre Tourist Information (2 Miles)*
The village of Benacre lies on the main A12 trunk road between the villages of Wrentham and Kessingland and naturally a part of the vast Benacre Estate.
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Hotels near Covehithe
The Swan Hotel (3 Miles)*
Dating back to the 14th-century, the hotel displays the traditional character of an English country house, enhanced by fine furniture, carved door-frames and mantelpieces and art pieces connected with the history of Southwold.
The Carlton Manor Hotel (6 Miles)*
This 19th century manor house rests in the picturesque East Suffolk countryside, conveniently located for exploring the Broads and Heritage Coast.
Hotel Victoria (7 Miles)*
With panoramic sea views of Lowestoft’s award winning beaches, the Hotel Victoria offers premier hospitality with easy access for business or leisure activities.
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Self Catering near Covehithe
Rose Cliff Cottage (4 Miles)*
Rose Cliff Cottage is a brick constructed bungalow, on a purpose built holiday site. Enjoying lovely sea views. The bungalow is fully modernised to the highest specification. 3 bedrooms accomadate 5 people.
Wren Cottage (10 Miles)*
Wren cottage is a cosy 16th century timber frame, thatched two bedroom terraced holiday cottage and is situated in the picturesque village of Chediston two miles from Halesworth.
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