Located on the most easterly point of the British coast, Lowestoft provides an ideal holiday location for all ages. With a mix of vibrant sandy beaches, pleasant seaside walks and quality family attractions all set in a traditional seaside town.

This once flourishing fishing port is now renowned for the quality of its golden sandy beaches. The North & South beaches are considered to be some of the very best in Europe and both currently hold the ENCAMS Blue flag award. The Victorian garden provide the perfect surrounds to one of the east coasts highlights.

The town centre and seafront areas have seen some recent changes to make them more accessible to visitors. The improvements also included the introduction of the Princess Royal Fountains. The fountains consist of 74 individual waters jets that provide the perfect attraction for children through the day and a visual spectacle in the evenings.

There is a wide range of accommodation within the town ranging from quality hotels and Guest accommodation to Holiday Villages.

There is also a wide-ranging events programme through the town from the Lowestoft Air festival to Lowestoft Carnival.

Lowestoft also offers a unique shopping experience. The main town centre provides all the high street names; Kirkley offers a choice of independent stores whilst the High Street provides an opportunity to shop in one of the most interesting and historical parts of the town.

Those wishing to indulge into Lowestoft Rich Maritime History will be able to explore Heritage Quay and the Maritime Museum. There is also the opportunity to buy some local fish from one of the merchants or from the local smoke house.

Heading away from the beach, the town is surrounded by a wide choice of attractions, ranging from museums, wildlife parks, piers and other facilities that will keep all visitors entertained.

The Marina Theatre in the town provides a number of high quality acts throughout the year and is also the eastern home to the internationally acclaimed Royal Philharmonic Orchestra.

Those wishing to be a little more active may decide to follow the coastal walk and horse riding along the coast or for the more adventurous why not try your hand at kite boarding.

Lowestoft offers fine accommodation including Hotels, Bed and Breakfasts, Camp Sites and Guest Houses

For further information please contact Lowestoft Tourist Information Centre on 01502 533600

Article kindly written by Sunrise Coast 2007