Dunwich Forest

Harvesting operations will be commencing from 1 April in some areas of the forest
Fredericks Mount car park will be closed from Monday 15 April to allow harvesting operations

Visitor information

Not only a great location for walkers, Dunwich Forest is also part of the Suffolk Coasts and Heaths Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Part of the Suffolk Coasts and Heaths Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Dunwich Forest consists of a mixture of coniferous and broadleaved woodland and is accessible from Dunwich village.

The forest links into some wonderful conservation areas of marshland and wetland and is great for walkers.

Horse riders are also welcome in the forest. Please be aware that husky training takes place within the northern part of the forest before 10.30am and after 4pm.

At a glance

  • Walking
  • Horse riding

 

Things to do

Dunwich Forest links to some beautiful conservation areas of marshland and wetland, making it an ideal location for walkers.

North Dunwich Forest has one circular waymarked trail...

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Conifer trees in springtime

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