Location: Lowestoft
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Lowestoft (/ˈləʊɪstɒft/, /ˈləʊstɒft/ or /ˈləʊstəf/) is a town in the English county of Suffolk. The town is on the North Sea coast and is the most easterly settlement of the United Kingdom. It is 110 miles (177 km) north-east of London, 38 miles (61 km) north-east of Ipswich and 22 miles (35 km) south-east of Norwich. It is situated on the edge of The Broads system and is the major settlement within the district of Waveney with a population of 71,010 in 2011.
Restaurants in Lowestoft
1. Lowestoft and East Suffolk Maritime Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 175 reviews
Reviewed By 368suzannep
An absolute gem of a place which is totally dedicated to Lowestoft maritime history. Well worth the visit.
2. Mincarlo -Floating Maritime Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 68 reviews
Reviewed By NB1957
I came across this on a brief visit to Lowestoft. My regret is that I did not have more time as it is a really interesting museum. It is quite an eye opener to see and appreciate the living conditions on board a traditional trawler. The volunteers are ethusiastic and informative and though it is free a donation is welcomed to maintain this fascinating attraction.
3. Lowestoft Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 36 reviews
Covid-19 Update: To protect our community and volunteers during the current pandemic, we will be remaining closed for the time being. We'll be reviewing this over the year, and in line with government advice. We have big plans for 2021, and look forward to sharing them with you when we can. Please check here, our facebook page, or our website for updates. We will reassess this later in the year and hope to reopen as soon as we can. The Museum is housed inside Broad House, a grade 2 listed building dating from 1685, in the grounds of Nicholas Everitt Park. Lowestoft Museum collects, preserves and displays objects relating to the history of the area and its people, and promotes awareness and interest in our rich heritage.
Reviewed By 455MartinB - Cambridge, United Kingdom
Located in the lovely Nicolas Everett park we stumbled across this little gem of a museum. It contains roman and medieval artefacts found in the area including fossils, roman coins, pots etc. Everything is displayed beautifully and very clearly labelled. There is also a large collection of Lowestoft Pottery items as well as many other items of local interest. A great little museum and right next door to a kids play area and small boating lake and tea rooms.
4. East Anglia Transport Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 602 reviews
A Heritage Transport museum which includes buses, cars, vans, trams, trolleybuses, a narrow gauge railway and a 'Tar, Sweat and Steam' building displaying the history of roadbuilding. Enjoy unlimited rides on vintage buses, trams, trolleybuses and narrow gauge railway all included in the entry price. There are many examples of vintage street furniture, a cafe, well stocked shop and free car parking. The museum is well served by public transport with half hourly services from Lowestoft & Norwich (X22) (Mon-Sat, 2 hourly on Sun) and from Kessingland, Norwich & Southwold (146) half hourly AM and Hourly PM, Mon-Sat, all stopping right outside the museum.
Reviewed By mumofboys22
We came here with my 4 year old and 4 month old and our dog :) this is such a lovely place and you really get a sense that the workers here love what they do. Upon entry the greeting we received was lovely and welcoming. I asked if we could bring our dog in and were informed that the location was very dog friendly with lots of fresh water dotted around. The teams and displays are so well looked after and you really get a sense of the history of the vehicles. My son went on the little train and the driver made his day by allowing him to sit in the drivers seat. The place is run by volunteers and they were very friendly and knowledgeable. The gentleman who served is in the little cafe was jolly and very friendly. I fully urge people to visit and keep this location going, it’s a tiny piece of history that is kept alive by amazing people.
5. Seagull Theatre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 49 reviews
110 seat community theatre A not for profit arts venue offering a broad range of drama, dance and music performances throughout the year. As well as our main auditorium we have three studio spaces available for hire to all types of local groups. Our large studio is ideal for dance and aerobics groups as well as drama rehearsals or just meeting spaces. We offer a friendly and inclusive environment for all parts of our local community and welcome approaches from local groups seeking partnerships. We rely on a large team of dedicated volunteers to run our venue and new opportunities are always available for those wishing to give us some of their valuable time
Reviewed By Crispy0905
As a Christmas holiday treat I took my family and teens to watch the production of Alice, it was magical! The entrance was decorated to suit the Alice show, the snacks were too and the programme was very reasonable and interesting. The costumes and props were awesome and a great effort was made by all actors, some of whom were quite young! We thoroughly enjoyed our time at this cute little theatre!!
6. The Marina Theatre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 174 reviews
The Marina Theatre, located in Lowestoft, Suffolk, has a mixture of live entertainment and great cinema. It is at the cultural heart of the community.
Reviewed By mariodI4934XN - Lowestoft, United Kingdom
it was snow white this year great panto first Christmas panto here in lowerstoft and thank you to the staff very friendly thanks again lowerstoft marina we will try to be back for the 2020 panto and good luck for the new year guys ooh happy New year to you guys at the marina lowerstoft .
7. Lowestoft Ferry
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 42 reviews
Come and take a cruise along Lake Lothing on our Motor Launch that was built in 1954 and use in Glasgow and the Clyde. We operate a service hourly from Oulton Broad to Lowestoft from April to October. We can also do charter tours in and around the local area. For more information please see our website.
Reviewed By D768TCjohnb
From J Boy of Derby Great little ferry running from Lowestoft Harbour to Oulton Road. Can be used as a pleasure sail up the river or as a commute during the months of May to September. Brilliant crew ask any questions you want and they have the answers,Lowestoft harbour is a very interesting place with lots of different boats there.Chance to try and learn how to steer a boat on the return journey Return trip approx 1 hour.
8. Stanford Arms
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 49 reviews
A well presented public house specializing in real ale with up to 12 available.Six real ciders and a range of craft canned beer also available. CAMRA Suffolk Pub Of The Year 2016. Wood-fired pizzas every Friday from 5pm until 9pm. Live music Sunday afternoons at 3pm. CLOSED THURSDAYS.
Reviewed By 778malcolmh - Gunton, United Kingdom
Table booked for the night. Made to feel very welcome and we tasted several really good cask beers in fact I had the best pint since the start of lock-down earlier in the year courtesy of Nene Valley Brewery. To finish the evening I tasted an astonishing imperial black icecream IPA at 11% . Brilliant! Cheese and Charcuterie was served with various fresh bread rolls, biscuits, olives, gherkins and chutney. More than enough for anyone and don't eat before hand thinking its going to be nibbles! Several different cheeses and air dried fermented salami and Chorizo sausage. A great evening was had by all of us and despite covid restrictions if felt like a night at the boozer if a little quiet.
9. Gunton Warren Nature Reserve
10. Corton Woods Local Nature Reserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 33 reviews
Reviewed By susanbarrett842 - Lowestoft, United Kingdom
Just a lovely walk under mature trees. Well kept pathways. Grandchildren love it. Especially the little ruined stone summerhouse which they think it a castle. Imaginations running wild!
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