Southwold Suffolk Map

About Southwold

Southwold's salt-laced air whispers tales of its maritime heritage, where the North Sea has shaped both its landscape and its livelihood for centuries. It lies 12.1 km east of Halesworth (from Halesworth: bearing 99°T, OS grid TM 507 761), and is situated south-south-east of Reydon village. The town's economy, historically reliant on fishing and its iconic lighthouse, now finds a gentle rhythm in tourism, drawing visitors to its sandy shores and the ever-present call of the gulls. The very earth here seems to hold the brine of departed tides, a constant reminder of the sea's profound influence. The vibrant hues of the beach huts, lined up like cheerful soldiers against the shingle, speak to Southwold's enduring charm and its connection to leisure. While its past is etched in the sturdy brickwork of its buildings, the present is often celebrated with the lively buzz of its annual Summer Theatre, a tradition that brings a touch of theatrical magic to the Suffolk coast. The town also carries the legacy of George Orwell, who found inspiration in its quiet streets and bracing sea air, a subtle echo of his thoughtful prose that seems to linger on the breeze.

About This Southwold Map Page

Explore Southwold, Suffolk, with an embedded street and satellite map - switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 52.326222, 1.678968. Live weather conditions and 7-day forecasts are provided through Open-Meteo, while real-time local and world news feeds help keep the page current. Wikipedia and editorial summaries provide additional local information and context.

Location data is sourced from OS Open Names © Crown copyright and database rights 2024, Ordnance Survey, Open Government Licence v3.0, and verified by coordinates.