D-Day at Dunwich Heath: 80th anniversary walking tour
Join us for a special walk on the 80th Anniversary of D-Day, exploring Dunwich Heath's role in Operation Overlord...
- Booking essential
- Admission applies
Dunwich Heath is a tranquil nature reserve on the Suffolk coast, yet the area played a pivotal role in the success of the D-Day landings. This was thanks to the little known Exercise Kruschen, a training exercise for troops participating in the Normandy invasion. Join our volunteer expert on a guided tour exploring the wartime history of the site, taking in the remaining features from the most turbulent period of Dunwich Heath's past.
Times
The basics
- Booking details
Call 0344 249 1895
- Suitability
Older children welcome
- Meeting point
Please meet outside Heath Barn, opposite the Coastguard Cottages. If it is raining the walk will be a talk in the barn instead.
- What to bring and wear
Please dress suitably for the weather conditions on the day. Sturdy footwear is also advisable as some paths are uneven.
- Accessibility
Accessible to all, but please note that this part-outdoor activity will take place on mixed terrain. An off-road mobility scooter is available to hire, but please book this in advance.
- Other
Why not treat yourself to some refreshments at the Coastguard Cottages Tearoom? Enjoy some tasty homemade cakes, light lunches and hot & cold drinks.
Upcoming events
Pond dipping and Bug basement sessions
What wildlife will you discover in our pond or under the logs in the woods?
Dunwich Heath history introductions
Delve into 300 years of fascinating history by joining one of our introductions...
Dunwich Heath Big Breakfast
Start your day at Dunwich Heath with a cooked breakfast in the Look-Out at Coastguard Cottages Tea-room.
Nightjar Walk
Join our Ranger for an evening walk around Dunwich Heath to search for the elusive and mysterious Nightjar.