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Why this Suffolk village is so popular with tourists
Suffolk as a whole has always been popular among tourists, but there is one village that has always had an enduring pull.
Walberswick, near Southwold, attracts people looking for a quiet getaway, and it is easy to see why.
Here are just some reasons why Walberswick is a sought-after location for a break.
Seaside destination
The first thing that comes to people's minds when they think about Walberswick is the glorious coastline.
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Nestled away, Walberswick is a much tranquil location compared to its neighbour, Southwold.
The beach at Walberswick (Image: Charlotte Bond)
Despite growing in popularity in recent years, the seaside location has managed to keep its stunning scenery and peaceful surroundings.
Once a thriving fishing port, today it draws artists, walkers, and weekenders who cross the footbridge from Southwold or arrive in search of sea air and serenity.
The beach at Walberswick has received numerous national accolades and was recently included in a list of the best beaches put together by the luxury travel magazine Conde Nast.
Picture-perfect village
Tucked away on the Suffolk coast, Walberswick is a postcard-perfect village where time seems to stop.
With its chocolate-box cottages, thatched roofs, and pastel-painted front doors framed by tumbling roses, it feels lifted straight from a storybook.
Walberswick village sign (Image: Newsquest)
Blending rustic charm with natural beauty, the tiny village offers an escape from modern life without feeling too cut off from it.
Countryside
As previously stated, the village is very well known for its beach, but it is also home to acres of heathland.
Walberswick has much more than its beach to explore (Image: Newsquest)
For nature lovers and walkers, it's a dream - quiet, open, and full of subtle beauty year-round.
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It's part of the Suffolk Coast and Heaths Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and the skies here - especially at sunset - are worth the visit alone.
Character
What keeps people coming back to Walberswick is its character.
There are no amusement arcades or busy seafronts here—just low-key charm: cream teas in cottage gardens, log fires in pubs, and quiet lanes where the loudest sounds are birdsong and bicycle bells.
For many, it's not just a place to visit—it's a place to return to.
