Lowestoft, Southwold and 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.

Lowestoft www.visit-sunrisecoast.co.uk
At the heart of the Sunrise Coast, Lowestoft is officially Britain's most easterly town - offering all the ingredients for a family holiday. It has award-winning sandy beaches, two lively piers, classic seafront gardens and the Edwardian-style East Point Pavilion. Visitor's can see the once flourishing fishing port, then discover the town's rich history at several museums. 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.

Things to do

- See the sun rise at Lowestoft Ness, Britain's most easterly point.
- Let the children loose at the 'Mayhem' soft play centre.
- Discover the historic boats at the heritage mooring area.
- Challenge your friends to a round of crazy golf.
- Explore the ancient pathways called 'Scores', with their artworks.
- Go shopping in the specialist outlets of the historic High Street.
- Visit the maritime museum to learn about the town's fishing history.
- Scare yourself silly on a ghost tour of the town.
- Ride on an historic tram at the East Anglian Transport Museum.
- Join in the dance with the colourful Royal Plain fountains.
- Enjoy the thrilling rides and shows at Pleasurewood Hills.
- Be entertained with a show or concert at the Marina Theatre.
- Follow the trail to discover the famous 18th C. china of Lowestoft.

Southwold www.visit-sunrisecoast.co.uk
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, and still delivered to local pubs by horse-drawn drays.

Tourist Information Centre - 69 High Street +44 (0)1502 724729.

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.

Other 'Seaside' Places of Interest
The charming village of Kessingland was once reputedly the richest in England. A former fishing centre, enjoy the award-winning pebble and shingle beach - then go on a fantastic African Adventure at the nearby Suffolk Wildlife Park. Neighbouring Pakefield is a quiet unspoilt village, with a little theatre and sandy beach scattered with shingle.