East of England Visitor Guide 2018

LOWESTOFT
Located on the most easterly point of the British coast,
Lowestoft provides an ideal holiday location for all
ages. Lowestoft offers a mix of lively 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, which are
considered to be some of the very best in Europe. The
Victorian gardens provide the perfect surrounds to one
of the east coasts highlights.
The town centre and seafront areas have seen some
changes over recent years to make them more
accessible to visitors. The improvements included the
introduction of the Princess Royal Fountains, consisting
of 74 individual water jets that provide the perfect
attraction for children throughout the day and a visual
spectacle in the evenings.
Lowestoft also offers a great 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 delve into Lowestoft’s 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 of all ages entertained.
The Marina Theatre in the town provides a number of
high quality acts throughout the year. Those wishing to
be a little more active may decide to follow the coastal
walk, either on foot or on horseback, and for the more
adventurous kite boarding is also available.
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