The Sunrise Coast
Discover The Sunrise Coast - from the friendly resort of Lowestoft, at Britain's most easterly
point, to the classic seaside town of Southwold. Award-winning beaches and the southern
gateway to The Broads.
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Lowestoft
Located on the most easterly point of the British coast, Lowestoft provides an ideal holiday location for all ages. This once flourishing fishing port offers a vibrant mix of award-winning
sandy beaches, classic seafront gardens and quality family attractions - all set in a traditional seaside town. Look out for the Princess Royal fountains, whose 74 individual water jets provide a visual spectacle in the day and at night. Close by is Oulton Broad, forming the southern gateway to The Broads. Take a boat trip, enjoy a bandstand concert in the waterside park, or watch
thrilling powerboat racing.
Tourist Information Centre - East Point Pavilion, Royal Plain +44 (0)1502 533600.
Beach - Blue Flag Award.
Things to do
- See the sun rise at Lowestoft Ness, Britain's most easterly point.
- Let the children loose at the 'Mayhem' indoor soft play area.
- Challenge your friends to a round of crazy golf.
- Go shopping in the specialist outlets of the historic High Street.
- Visit the Maritime Museum to learn about the town's fishing history.
- Ride on an historic tram at the East Anglian Transport Museum.
- Get lost in the famous hedge maze at Victorian Somerleyton Hall.
- Join in the dance with the colourful Princess Royal fountains.
- Enjoy the thrilling rides and shows at Pleasurewood Hills.
- Discover the historic boats at the heritage quay area.
- Be entertained with a show or concert at the Marina Theatre.
- Go on safari at Africa Alive, home to rhinos and cheetahs.
Events 2008
1 April-5 May - Waveney Revels
26-27 April - Steam and Vintage Weekend (East Anglia Transport Museum)
3-5 May - Living with Lions (Africa Alive)
11 May - East Anglian Dragon Boat Festival (Oulton Broad)
24 May-1 June - Animal Active (Africa Alive)
7-8 June - Teddy Bear Parachuting and Flower Festival (Blundeston)
22 June - Lowestoft Carnival Country Music Festival
13 July - Bus Event 2008 (East Anglia Transport Museum)
24-25 July - Lowestoft Seafront Air Festival
26-27 July - Lings Honda Off-Shore Formula-4 Powerboat Series
27 July - Eastern Lights Motorcycle Cavalcade
1-31 August - Africa Afrika! (Africa Alive)
10 August - Lowestoft Carnival Parade
24 August - Most Easterly Classic Vehicle Run
25 August - Lowestoft Lions Oulton Broad Gala Day
13-14 September - Trolleybus Weekend 2008 (East Anglia Transport Museum)
14 September - Lowestoft Scores Race
11-12 October - Arts and Crafts Weekend (Blundeston)
25 October-2 November - The Legend of the Muddle Monster (Africa Alive)
25 December - Lowestoft Christmas Day Charity Swim
Further Information: www.visit-sunrisecoast.co.uk
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Southwold
This classic resort has colourful beach huts and a lighthouse towering over the town. Nine open greens are surrounded by period houses and fishermen's cottages. Take a walk along the seafront with its award-winning (part sand, part shingle) beach and newly restored pier. Southwold was once renowned for its herring fishery - the attractive harbour still home to a little fleet of boats. The town centre offers a range of individual shops, bars and restaurants. Enjoy a pint of Adnams beer, which is brewed in the town. The popularity of Southwold was officially confirmed after the town was voted Britain's most quintessential holiday resort in August 2007
Tourist Information Centre - 69 High Street +44 (0)1502 724729.
Beach - Blue Flag and Quality Coast Awards.
Things to do
- Visit the 15th C. church to see 'Jack', a wooden clock-striker.
- Try your luck on the pier's old-style arcade machines.
- Enjoy a performance at Southwold's Summer Theatre.
- Explore the Sailors' Reading Room, with its ship models.
- Hunt down the six 18 pound cannons on Gun Hill.
- Jump aboard the Coastal Voyager for a thrilling sea blast trip.
- Discover the old sailing lifeboat at the Alfred Corry Museum.
- Climb the white lighthouse for fantastic views.
- Take in a film at the Electric Picture Palace, with its Wurltizer.
- Marvel at the stunning gem pieces in The Amber Museum.
- Have a drink at the Sole Bay Inn, named after a 1672 sea battle.
Events 2008
29-31 May - Southwold Charter Fair
10 July-13 September - Southwold Summer Theatre
2-3 August - Southwold Model Railway Exhibition
3 August - National Amber Hunt
10 August - Annual British Open Crabbing Championships (Walberswick)
21 September - Flying Egg 2008: Alternative Umbrella Competition
6-10 November - Southwold Literary Festival
Further Information: www.visit-sunrisecoast.co.uk
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Other 'Seaside' Places of Interest
The charming village of Kessingland was once reputedly the richest in England. A former fishing centre, enjoy the sand and shingle beach - then go on a fantastic 'wild' adventure at the nearby Africa Alive. Quality Coast Award. Neighbouring Pakefield is a quiet unspoilt village, with a sandy beach scattered with shingle.
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