Credit crunch? Not in Southwold

As a beach hut in Southwold goes on sale for £45,000, many are asking 'What's so special about Suffolk?' Despite all the bad news in the property market and fears about the economy plunging into recession, it appears that some things remain priceless. Southwold is a pretty town on the Suffolk coast, chosen this year by Gordon Brown and his family as their holiday destination.

Southwold is also the home of Adnams Brewery and has a huge amount to offer the tourist; top class restaurants and hotels, unique amusements such as Southwold Pier, as well as a stunning beach.

Beach huts are in limited supply and demand for them is hot, reflecting the enduring attractiveness of Southwold as a leisure resort. One such beach hut has today gone on the market for £45,000.

Local agents are confident that there will be buyers queuing up to view and Sarah Quinlan, owner of the Suffolk Tourist Guide is also sure that this ‘London’ price will be achieved as Southwold is such a popular resort.

Sarah comments, “Things are looking great for the region. This year, tourism has been thriving in Southwold and with people likely to feel the pinch next year too, we believe that holidaying in Suffolk will be a very popular alternative to the expense and aggravation of travelling abroad. Today is the perfect Autumn day to be in Suffolk and it’s even warm enough to picnic on the beach. Don’t let this Summer’s weather put you off! Suffolk’s a stunning place to visit whatever the season.”

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