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East Of England

Gun Hill Cannons – Southwold Beach and Beach Huts loop from Southwold

Hiking trails & Routes

East Of England

Gun Hill Cannons – Southwold Beach and Beach Huts loop from Southwold

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Gun Hill Cannons – Southwold Beach and Beach Huts loop from Southwold

00:48

3.10km

20m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: February 27, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Suffolk and Essex Coast and Heaths National Landscape

Waypoints

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1

146 m

Picture Palace

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2

964 m

Gun Hill Cannons

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There are six cannons here on Gun Hill, once an 18th century defence against pirates. There are lots of benches up here to enjoy the sea views but keep an …

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3

1.05 km

Gun Hill Benches With Sea View

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4

1.37 km

Lord Nelson Inn

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5

1.41 km

Southwold Sailors' Reading Room

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It's worth a visit. There are beautiful ship models, admission is free, but a small donation is gratefully accepted.

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6

1.45 km

Southwold Beach and Beach Huts

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Southwold is a vibrant and picturesque town on the Suffolk coast. Its gorgeous sandy beach, interesting pier and colourful promenade are worth an amble, while the town centre has all …

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7

1.66 km

Southwold Lighthouse

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8

2.22 km

Southwold Beach Huts

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typical English pier

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3.10 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.34 km

733 m

650 m

243 m

100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

1.90 km

1.09 km

< 100 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

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Tuesday 12 May

13°C

5°C

85 %

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