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Southwold Pier

North Parade, Southwold IP18 6BN, England
01502 722105
Ranked #2 of 5 attractions in Southwold
4.5 of 5 stars 147 Reviews
Type: Wharfs/ Piers/ Boardwalks
Traveller Description: Southwold is full of charm and the Pier fits in perfectly with its surroundings. It was built in 1900 but after years of storm damage was rebuilt in... more »
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW via mobile

When visiting Southwold we always head first to Southwold Pier for a coffee and scone. It is a lovely pier full of old fashioned charm and beauty. Beautifully maintened and a joy to walk along. Lovely shops and tea rooms. A must if you are visiting Southwold. After a visit to the pier walk along the sea front, look at... More

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stoke
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

Great trip - good selection of shops and coffee, cake, tea rooms. Has a wonderful view of the beach front.

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Norwich, UK
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012

The pier very much fits with Southwold's image as part of the traditional English seaside. The pier is small but has a cafe and restaurant (which we did not use), and a fun amusement arcade which is quite eccentric and has to be experienced! There are good views of the coast and, if in Southwold, it would be a shame... More

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St Albans, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012

Great views of Southwold from the end of the pier. Nice coffee shop.

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London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012

A traditional pier well worth the visit you sut try the trditional amusment half way up

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Great Yarmouth U.K
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

A wonderful english sea side pier which takes you back in time. Make sure to see the water clock come to life on the hour.

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Ipswich, United Kingdom
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012

Free entry, fun and laughter in the amusements, shops and refreshments.

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London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

take some change, go half way down the pier and enjoy the machines with a difference.

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London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012

Short pier that's well maintained and has restaurant, gift shops and a really fun water clock. Great views along the coast.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012

Smart pier. Nice cafes and we also had a really nice meal early evening with views of the sea.

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