Until it disappeared under the waves, the medieval town of
Dunwich was one of the most important ports in the Country. Today,
Dunwich Greyfriars is all that remains.
When you walk through the gateways and enter the magical ruins
of this 13th Century friary and look out to the sea from the cliff
tops, you can imagine what lies beneath the sea.
PLEASE NOTE: Although the site is still open and accessible to
visitors, Suffolk County Council are currently undertaking a
restoration project to make safe certain parts of the structures at
Dunwich Greyfriars, as well as repair a large section of wall that
has collapsed.
These works are being undertaken by SCC contractors and are joint
funded by SCC and English Heritage.
It is hoped that the project will be completed as soon as
possible and we would like to apologise for
any inconvenience caused to site visitors.
How to find us
On Westleton Road, Dunwich, near the main village car park.
There is no on-site car park but there are footpaths to the
friary and adjoining woodland, and parking is available in the
town.