Dunwich Forest
Not only a great location for walkers, Dunwich Forest is also part of the Suffolk Coasts and Heaths Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Explore Dunwich Forest
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 4:00pm.
At a glance
- Walking
- Horse riding
Activities at Dunwich Forest
Walking at Dunwich Forest
Dunwich Rewilding Project
Dunwich Forest is currently undergoing a process of 'rewilding', with a long term plan to recreate and regenerate the natural landscape that existed prior to the conifer plantations.
The management of the forest is now a partnership between the Forestry Commission, Suffolk Wildlife Trust and RSBP, with the more northern area being managed by SWT.
The heathland habitat to the south is being managed by the RSPB. The area covered by heathland will increase as conifer crops are gradually harvested and areas of deciduous trees are allowed to revert to heather.
Lowland heath is one of the rarest of all Britain's wildlife habitats and is vital to the survival of many rare species of birds, reptiles and butterflies.
The management of the forest is now a partnership between the Forestry Commission, Suffolk Wildlife Trust and RSBP, with the more northern area being managed by SWT.
The heathland habitat to the south is being managed by the RSPB. The area covered by heathland will increase as conifer crops are gradually harvested and areas of deciduous trees are allowed to revert to heather.
Lowland heath is one of the rarest of all Britain's wildlife habitats and is vital to the survival of many rare species of birds, reptiles and butterflies.
