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    Important note Important note
    Kite-flying restricted to beach only. Parking restrictions may operate at times of extreme fire risk. Cycling and horse riding on bridleways only
     
    Shop Shopping
    Gift shop in Coastguard Cottages
     
    Dogs Dogs
    Open access area restrictions apply (please see notices)
     
    Cycling Cycling
    Only on bridleways
     
    Parking Parking
    Parking, 150 yards (pay & display). Cars £4.20, caravans, large vans and motorhomes £12, motorcycles £3.20, coaches £32 (unless booked to use tea-room), limited to three coaches
     
    Education Education
    Suitable for school groups. Education room/centre. Hands-on activities. Specialising in coastal processes and issues
     
    Families & children Families & children
    Pushchairs and baby back-carriers admitted. Front-carrying baby slings for loan
     
    Refreshments Refreshments
    Tea-room (licensed) in Coastguard Cottages. Children's menu. Kiosk (seasonal)
     
    Self-catering accommodation Self-catering accommodation
    Four holiday cottages, three standing between the village of Dunwich and the dramatic sweep of Dunwich Beach and one with open views on the outskirts of the village. Sleep from 2 to 4 people. Available for short breaks and week bookings. More information on self-catering accommodation at Dunwich Heath
     

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    View along the grass covered dunes of Minsmere Beach, Dunwich Heath, Suffolk
    © NTPL / Paul Wakefield
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