Suffolk Coast, The Guide

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FELIXSTOWE

Felixstowe is a very popular Edwardian seaside town with beautiful gardens along its historic seafront and over 900 colourful beach huts. With four miles of promenade running from quaint Felixstowe Ferry in the north, down to the historic Landguard peninsular and “the Docks” in the south, Felixstowe is a great place for walkers. Don’t miss: Landguard Fort, the site of the last seaborne invasion of England in 1667. Watching the world’s largest container boats from the View Point Cafe. Hopping over to Harwich on the newly refurbished foot ferry. Visiting the new Pier Pavilion, Amusements and Boardwalk Café near the town centre. Live music and great comedy at The Spa Pavilion Theatre. Stylish homeware at Tea and Kate. Ice

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cream and milkshakes at the Little Ice Cream Company. Suffolk Living, the hub for local artists, ladies fashion and gifts for the home. Vegan food at The Greenhouse Café. Perfect beach for: Sandcastle building, paddling, promenading and swimming, with good amenities. The “Prom” is a magnet for joggers and dog walkers morning and evening. Did you know: The Port of Felixstowe is the busiest container port in the UK. Each year the port handles over 4 million containers and almost 50% of UK container trade.


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