Suffolk Coast

Suffolk Nature Reserves

A day of birdwatching and wild landscapes on one of Britain's most atmospheric coasts.

Day 7h 40m 145 min drive 3 stops

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Stops on this route

RSPB Minsmere

Premier birdwatching reserve with bitterns, avocets and marsh harriers; star of BBC Springwatch.

2h Parking available

Arrive early for the best birdwatching; binoculars available to borrow.

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Dunwich Heath

National Trust heathland with sandy cliffs, purple heather in late summer and views to Sizewell.

1h 15m Parking available

Walk the heathland circuit for butterflies and Dartford warblers.

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Orford Ness

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1 more stop on this route

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