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Find out more about the work of East Suffolk Council's Economic Regeneration Team, who led on the creation of the Town Investment Plan for Lowestoft. #Lowestoft #TheLeadingLight #Regeneration #EastSuffolk #PlaceMaking

We were delighted to see The Sun once again recognising Lowestoft as a great seaside destination. In its Travel section on 3 May, the paper shone a spotlight on the town’s current “glow‑up”, highlighting significant investment across the town centre and seafront, alongside improvements at nearby holiday parks. From upgraded accommodation and new family‑friendly facilities at Park Holidays Pakefield to the near‑complete Jubilee Parade Leisure Complex, the striking Eastern Edge beach huts, the refurbished East Point Pavilion and the forthcoming Post Office gallery, The Sun highlighted Lowestoft’s visible transformation through the eyes of a visitor. Add to that new rides at Pleasurewood Hills and national attention on Lowestoft as the UK’s first place to see the sunrise, and it’s easy to see why The Sun concluded that there really is a new dawn for the town - and we couldn’t agree more.

Exciting progress on the transformation of Lowestoft’s former Post Office building, with the lift core now successfully in place. This marks a key step in opening up the building for future use, improving accessibility and bringing this iconic space back into the heart of the town. It’s fantastic to see this regeneration project, delivered by East Suffolk Council, taking shape – with each milestone bringing it closer to becoming a vibrant, accessible space for everyone.

Have your say on new designs for Battery Green! Residents, businesses and visitors are invited to view and comment on the emerging designs for the Battery Green regeneration project in Lowestoft. Until Friday 1 May, you can view the designs and give your views - all feedback will help guide the next stage of design ahead of the planning application. Find out more using the link in our bio. #Lowestoft #BatteryGreen #Regeneration

Not long now! You’re invited to a special public engagement event for the restoration of Lowestoft Post Office. 📅Date: Tuesday 28th April 2026 🕜Sessions: 11:00am and 1:30pm 📍Location: Britten Room, Lowestoft Library (Clapham Road South, Lowestoft NR32 1DR) What to expect on the day: - Project vision and concept designs - Heritage and restoration approach - Q&A with the project team Why join us? Your input matters. By coming along, you can: - Learn about the project and its positive impact for the town - Meet the team behind the restoration and ask questions Register here: /e/lowestoft-post-office-public-engagement-event-11am-1pm-or-130pm-330pm-tickets-1985518909507?aff=oddtdtcreator @eastsuffolkcouncil @mhclg @aceagrams @messumseast @chaplin_farrant @asato.jessica @barnesconstruction_

Spring has arrived 🌼 and Lowestoft is buzzing! From coastal walks to culture and family fun, here are our Top 10 FREE things to do in Lowestoft this spring 🌊💛 Big spring fun, small budgets, perfect for sunny days, school holidays and making memories together. Which one’s first on your list?

Just minutes from the sea, Oulton Broad is the southern gateway to the Broads National Park - a perfect blend of coastal energy and waterside calm. From boat trips to sunsets, sailing to slow adventures, this is Lowestoft’s landscape at its most unique. Around the Broad, you’ll also find independent cafés, pubs and restaurants, museums and even a hotel overlooking the water, making it a brilliant place to spend a day or stay a while longer. With Oulton Broad North Station and Oulton Broad South Station just a five‑minute walk from the water’s edge, it’s incredibly easy to explore. Discover Lowestoft and Oulton Broad this English Tourism Week. #EnglishTourismWeek #BroadsNationalPark #OultonBroad #FirstLightCoast

ABP has signed a major new agreement with RWE and Clarksons Port Services - and it means big things for people living and working in Lowestoft. 💙 The Lowestoft Eastern Energy Facility (LEEF) will now be the construction support base for the Vanguard West and East offshore wind projects. To support this, ABP is also delivering a brand‑new 2,000m² warehouse, operated by Clarksons Port Services, bringing even more activity and opportunity to the port. RWE has committed to basing multiple vessels here over several years, a huge vote of confidence in Lowestoft, our port, and the talent within our local supply chain. So what does this mean for our community? ✨ More long‑term jobs ✨ New skills and training opportunities ✨ More local businesses involved in the supply chain ✨ More investment in our town and our future ✨ A stronger role for Lowestoft in powering clean, homegrown energy Once complete, the Vanguard projects will produce enough clean energy to power around 3 million UK homes, and Lowestoft will be right at the heart of it. This is another exciting step forward for our town, reinforcing Lowestoft as a key hub for clean energy and maritime innovation, and creating opportunities that local people can benefit from for years to come.

Access Lowestoft with ease. This English Tourism Week, we’re celebrating an Eastscape that truly opens itself to all. Lowestoft is committed to providing welcoming, accessible spaces for everyone. Our beach boardwalk, accessible from the Claremont Pier approach, offers smooth, easy access to the shore, giving wheelchair users the chance to enjoy the golden sands and big skies up close. The outdoor gym on Royal Plain also features accessible equipment, making it easier for everyone to stay active by the sea. Wheelchair‑accessible beach huts are available to hire from East Suffolk Council, who also provide free beach wheelchair hire. Both can be booked at 👉 hirebeachhuts.co.uk. Accessibility along the seafront continues to improve, with a Changing Places toilet already available at East Point Pavilion. Later this summer, a new Changing Places facility, along with a lift linking the upper and lower promenade, will open as part of Jubilee Parade, East Suffolk Council’s newest seafront café and leisure complex, enhancing coastal access even further. From coastline to community, accessibility is part of our story - and everyone is invited to enjoy the Lowestoft's First Light Coast. Visit Lowestoft this English Tourism Week and experience an accessible seaside for all. #EnglishTourismWeek #AccessibleLowestoft #FirstLightCoast #Lowestoft

Step back in time on Lowestoft’s medieval High Street. This English Tourism Week, we’re celebrating one of the oldest parts of Lowestoft - a place shaped by centuries of seafaring, trade, folklore and community. From historic frontages and cobbled charm to tales of smugglers, witches and kings, the High Street holds the stories that shaped the town we know today. It’s a reminder that Lowestoft isn’t just beaches and big skies, it’s heritage, character and a strong sense of place woven through every street. Explore the High Street this week, and walk through the stories of the Eastscape. #EnglishTourismWeek #Lowestoft #HistoricHighStreet #FirstLightCoast

Exploring Lowestoft is easier than you think. With direct rail links, regular buses and scenic walking and cycling routes, reaching the First Light Coast is simple, and you can be enjoying beaches, the Broads and marshland all in one place. 🕒 Travel times: • Norwich - from just 35 minutes by train (around 45–55 minutes by car) • Ipswich - from just 1 hour 26 minutes by train (around 1 hour 15–26 minutes by car) • London - from just 2 hours 40 minutes with one quick change • Great Yarmouth - from just 39 minutes by bus (around 15-20 minutes by car) Whether you’re planning a seaside day out, a Broads adventure or a weekend on the Eastscape, Lowestoft is closer than you might think. This English Tourism Week, make the journey. The Eastscape is waiting. #EnglishTourismWeek #VisitLowestoft #ConnectedCoast #FirstLightCoast

The fountains are returning! 💧✨ East Suffolk Council have shared this timelapse of the brand‑new Royal Plain fountains being brought to life, with contractors OCMIS on site this week commissioning the system ready for Summer 2026. The previous fountains had sadly become beyond repair, and bringing them back was one of the most requested improvements from local residents. The new system filters water to the same high standards used for swimming pools, and its vibrant colour‑changing lights will create the perfect summer light show. 💦 Thanks to investment from the Towns Fund, East Suffolk Council have transformed this space with a fountain system that’s safer, more reliable and more sustainable. It also complements wider seafront regeneration, including the re-landscaped Royal Green and new leisure facilities, the transformation of South Quay Wharf into a welcoming pocket park, perfect for watching boats come and go, and the exciting new Jubilee Parade leisure complex, opening later this summer. We can’t wait to see the fountains switched back on later this week! ✨