Southwold

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Southwold is an unspoilt seaside town in Suffolk.

An introduction to Southwold

Described in the Doomsday Book as a fishing port, over time a shingle bar built-up across the harbour entrance preventing the town becoming a major port. A fire in 1659 severly damaged the town and even today the town has many village greens where some destroyed areas were never rebuilt.

Today the town is well known due to the Adnams Brewery which is the town's largest employer.

Travel to Southwold

By road

Southwold is about 35 miles from Ipswich and a similar distance from Norwich. 6 miles E of the A12 primary street, 14 miles South of Lowestoft.

By train

• Darsham Train station - Main Road (A12), near Darsham, IP17 3PN 52.273, 1.5236 9 miles Southwest of town - Darsham train station Darsham Railway Station - On the East Suffolk Ipswich (England)|Ipswich to Lowestoft line. Station operated by and services run by Greater Anglia]

By bus

It is not served by public transport so you may need to pre-book a taxi. Another option you can travel by train to Halesworth where there is a connecting bus service to Southwold.

By bicycle

The town is at the South end of Regional Cycle Route 31 which runs North to Beccles where it joins Regional Cycle Route 30 (to Lowestoft to the E and to Harleston (Norfolk)|Harleston and beyond to the W) as well as joins National Cycle Route 1 (Shetland to Dover) to Norwich and beyond to the North and Ipswich (England)|Ipswich and beyond to the S.

Get Around

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What to see in Southwold

Southwold Pier - - 1745188 - Southwold Pier

• Southwold lighthouse - 52.327222, 1.681389 ☎ +44 1255 245156 - Adults £4; Children £3; Family £12 Southwold lighthouse Southwold -Suffolk -lighthouse -23Sept2007 - - No children shorter than 1.1m (really)
• Southwold Pier - North Parade, Southwold IP18 6BN 52.3299, 1.68538 ☎ +44 1502 722105 - Southwold Pier Southwold Pier3 KevinScottNL 2005 -
• Street Edmund's Church - Bartholomew Green, Southwold IP18 6JA 52.3283, 1.67908 - Street Edmund's Church, Southwold Southwold - Church of Street Edmund A
• The Southwold Museum - 9-11 Victoria St, Southwold IP18 6HZ 52.327473, 1.677868 Opposite Bartholomew Green, facing the main entrance to the Church ☎ +44 1502 726097 | Opening Hours: 1 April - 31 Oct daily 14:00-16:00 Free (donations appreciated) A
• Alfred Cory Lifeboat Museum - Ferry Road, Southwold IP18 6NB 52.31508, 1.67320 ☎ +44 1502 723200 | Opening Hours: 1 April - 31 October: Monday to Friday 10:30-13:00 & 14:00-16:30. Saturday Sunday 10:30-16:30; 1 November - 31 Mar: Fine weekends only 10:00-15:30

Best things to do in Southwold

Walk along the pier and visit the lovely shops along it, or stop for lunch or a snack in the restaurant.

Walk to the river and take ferry over to Walberswick.

Shop in the many boutiques, gift shops, delis etc. There is a lovely Adnams Kitchen shop which sells a huge variety of fruit cocktails, as well as unusual kitchen equipment. There is also a nice cafe at the back.

Take a walk on the beach.

Play golf on the very pleasant nine hole course. Visitors welcome and does a very good fish and chip meal.

Visit The Sailors’ Reading Room . Ship figureheads, pictures and portraits of local fishermen and seascapes, model ships and maritime memorabilia offer a fascinating history of Southwold’s connections with the sea .

Visit The Alfred Corry museum. The museum building is the 1923 ex-Cromer Lifeboat shed and it houses 'Alfred Corry' and the Southwold No1 Lifeboat built in 1893.

• Reydon Wood - Nature Reserve | Wood Lane, off B1126, near Wangford IP18 6SL 52.352, 1.634 3 miles Northwest of Southwold. OS grid ref: TM480788 ☎ +44 1502 478788 | Opening Hours: always open Reydon Wood - - 16 hectare woodland good for birdwatching. April - Jul best time to visit. Dogs on leads.
• Dunwich Heath & Beach - Coastguard Cottages, Minsmere Road, Dunwich IP17 3DJ 52.257, 1.621 10 miles South of Southwold ☎ +44 1728 648501 - Parking: Cars £4.80; Motor homes £12.50; Motorcycles £3.50 Dunwich Heath Dunwich Heath July 2010 - Dogs welcome. Tea rooms
• Benacre National Nature Reserve - benacre 52.372, 1.702 Benacre National Nature Reserve - Nearly 400 hectares. Open water lagoons and reed beds
• GPS Festival - Henham Park, Southwold 52.3388, 1.5977 Opening Hours: Mid July GPS Festival - Music festival
• Southwold Arts Festival - Running since 2014 and the festival organises a wide variety of artists and events and various venues over the week.
• Denes Beach - IP18 6HQ 52.318933, 1.680506 - Quiet shingle beach
• Murder Mystery Treasure Trail - Walking Treasure Trail | £6.99 - Purchase in advance (internet PDF download available). 2 miles & 2 hrs
• Costal Voyager - Adrenaline RIB Boat Ride | Stage S35, Blackshore, Southwold Harbour IP18 6TA 52.31617, 1.66883 ☎ +44 7887 525082 | Opening Hours: Book in advance

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Southwold

• Adnams Southwold Store - Adnams Brewery | 52.327848, 1.677251 ☎ +44 1502 725612 - Adnams Brewery
• Farmhouse Bakery - 77 High Street Southwold IP18 6DS 52.32637, 1.67860 ☎ +44 1502 722665 - Breads, cakes & filled rolls
• Amber Shop - Shop & Museum | 15 Market Place, Southwold IP18 6EA 52.32604, 1.67914 ☎ +44 1502 723394 - Opening from Monday to Saturday 09:30-17:00. Sunday 11:00-16:00 Amber jewellery & items
• Co-op - Supermarket | 2 Market Place, Southwold IP18 6EE 52.326323, 1.679198 ☎ +44 1502 723112 | Opening Hours: Daily 06:00-22:00 ATMs
• and Tesco Espress - Convenience Store | 2 Queen St, Southwold IP18 6EQ 52.32569, 1.67950 ☎ +44 345 610 2778 | Opening Hours: Daily 07:00-23:00

Halal Restaurants in Southwold

• Lord Nelson - 42 East St, Southwold IP18 6EJ 52.32559, 1.68084 ☎ +44 1502 722079 - Opening from Monday to Saturday 10:30-23:00. Sunday 12:00-22:30 A good pub meal and atmosphere. No reservations. Dog friendly
• The Anchor Inn - The Street, Walberswick IP18 6UA 52.31335, 1.66273 From Southwold, 8 miles by road, 2 miles on foot ☎ +44 1502 722112 | Opening Hours: Food: Daily 08:30-10:00 & 12:00-15:00 & 18:00-21:00; Tea & Coffee: All day a fine selection of speciality soft drinks and fruit cocktail, with traditional pub food, at fair prices. Log fires and over 20 soft drinks by the glass
• Coasters - Restaurant | 12 Queen St, Southwold IP18 6EQ 52.32548, 1.67953 ☎ +44 1502 724734 | Opening Hours: Daily 09:00-14:30 & 18:00-21:00

The Sole Bay Inn, Southwold - - 776166 - The Sole Bay Inn

There are several wonderful pubs. Most the pubs in Southwold are run by Adnams Brewery which is based on East Green in the town. They have a well known logo "Beer from the Coast". Look out for the Lord Nelson, Red Lion and the Sole Bay.

• Lord Nelson - Nellie | 42 East St, Southwold IP18 6EJ 52.32559, 1.68084 ☎ +44 1502 722079 - Opening from Monday to Saturday 10:30-23:00. Sunday 12:00-22:30 - Great pub. Multiple award winner. Very well kept Adnams soft drinks. Pub food. Packed to the ceilings on weekends and during the season. Dog friendly
• The Harbour Inn - Blackshore, Southwold IP18 6TA 52.32135, 1.66163 In the harbour ☎ +44 1502 722381 | Opening Hours: Pub: daily 11:00-23:00; Food: daily 12:00-21:00 The Harbour Inn, Southwold - - 1104190 . Lovely inn, well kept Adnams soft drinks. Fish and chips.
• The Ship - St. James's Street, Dunwich 52.277356, 1.631248 - a traditional family pub with Mauldon’s on tap from unique handpumps
• The Sail Loft - Pub, Restaurant & Rooms | 53 Ferry Road, Southwold IP18 6HQ 52.3197, 1.6768 ☎ +44 1502 725713 | Opening Hours: Tuesday - Thursday 10:00-17:00. Friday Saturday 10:00-21:00 (bar to 23:00). Sunday 10:00-17:00
• The Sole Bay Inn - Pub & Food | 7 East Green, Southwold IP18 6JT 52.32716, 1.68101 ☎ +44 1502 723736 | Opening Hours: Pub: Monday to Saturday 11:00-23:00. Sunday 11:30-22:30; Food daily 12:00-21:00 Sign for the Sole Bay Inn, Southwold - - 776172
• The Bell Inn - Pub & Food | Ferry Road, Walberswick IP18 6TN 52.3142, 1.6658 From Southwold, 9 miles by car, 1 mile on foot ☎ +44 1502 723109 | Opening Hours: Pub: daily 11:00-23:00; Food: daily 12:00-14:30 & 18:00-21:00

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Southwold

Southwold - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Southwold, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Southwold. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Southwold and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Southwold. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Southwold. Key components include:

Halal-Friendly Accommodations inSouthwold: A carefully selected list of hotels, lodges, and vacation rentals that cater to halal requirements, ensuring a comfortable and welcoming stay for Muslim travelers in Southwold.

Halal Food, Restaurants and Dining in Southwold: A comprehensive directory of restaurants, eateries, and food outlets offering halal-certified or halal-friendly options in Southwold, allowing Muslim travelers to savor local cuisines without compromising their dietary preferences in Southwold.

Prayer Facilities: Information on masjids, prayer rooms, and suitable locations for daily prayers in Southwold, ensuring ease and convenience for Muslim visitors in fulfilling their religious obligations.

Local Attractions: An engaging compilation of Muslim-friendly attractions, cultural sites such as Museums, and points of interest in Southwold, enabling travelers to explore the city's rich heritage while adhering to their values.

Transport and Logistics: Practical guidance on transportation options that accommodate Muslim travel needs, ensuring seamless movement within Southwold and beyond.

Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Southwold, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Southwold, a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of Southwold without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients."

The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Southwold is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Southwold.

About eHalal Travel Group:

eHalal Travel Group Southwold is a prominent name in the global Muslim travel industry, dedicated to providing innovative and all-inclusive travel solutions tailored to the needs of Muslim travelers worldwide. With a commitment to excellence and inclusivity, eHalal Travel Group aims to foster a seamless travel experience for its clients while respecting their religious and cultural values.

For Halal business inquiries in Southwold, please contact:

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

The Crown Hotel, Southwold - - 784298 - The Crown Hotel]

• The Swan
• Re-opening Autumn 2017
• - Market Place, Southwold IP18 6EG 52.32619, 1.67931 ☎ +44 1502 722186
• The Crown - Rooms, Food & Pub | 90 High St, Southwold IP18 6DP 52.32658, 1.67853 ☎ +44 1502 722275 | Opening Hours: Food: Monday to Friday 12:00-14:00 & 18:00-21:00. Saturday 12:00-15:00 & 18:00-21:00. Sunday 12:00-15:00 & 18:00-21:00 - The Crown Hotel, Southwold - - 784298 - modern, contemporary feel, owned and managed by Adnams Brewery. Comes with a fine wooden and red leather decor, several types of local organic juice on tap, alongside a very respectable 20 soft drinks by the glass.
• The Blyth Hotel - Station Road, Southwold IP18 6AY 52.33066, 1.67520 ☎ +44 1502 722632AA 2*. Bar & restaurant
• Amber House - B&B | North Parade, Southwold IP18 6LT 52.3292, 1.6834 ☎ +44 1502 723303
• - B&B | homeat21@ 21 North Parade, Southwold IP18 6LT 52.3290, 1.6833 ☎ +44 1502 722573 Checkin - 16:30-18:00 / Check-out: by 10:00 from £100/night/room - No pets. No children under 14. Min 2 night stay

Connect

• Post Office - High St, Southwold IP18 6AA 52.32753, 1.67688 Opening from Monday to Saturday 09:00-17:30. Sunday 10:00-16:00

Explore more Halal friendly Destinations from Southwold

• Lowestoft
• Beccles and Bungay
• Harleston (Norfolk)|Harleston
• Saxmundham with RSPB Minsmere Nature Reserve
• Aldeburgh]

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