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Felixstowe (/ ˈ f iː l ɪ k s t oʊ / FEE-lic-stoh) is a port town and civil parish in the East Suffolk district, in the county of Suffolk, England. The estimated population in 2017 was 24,521. [1] The Port of Felixstowe is the largest container port in the United Kingdom. [2] Felixstowe is approximately 72 miles (116 km) northeast of London.
Identify ships in Felixstowe. Keep up to date with ships coming into port. Everybody loves a great day by the sea, and Felixstowe has great days for everyone. Family attractions, beautiful beaches, come and discover..
- Landguard Fort. The Landguard Peninsula has been armed with a fort since 1540 to defend the approach to Harwich Harbour. In 1667 this was the site of the last opposed seaborne invasion of England, when a Dutch contingent of 2,000 landed at Felixstowe Beach and were fought off by the Royal Marines in their first ever land battle.
- Felixstowe Museum. The Victorian submarine mining establishment at Landguard Fort houses the Felixstowe Museum, which has 14 rooms bursting with artefacts.
- Felixstowe Seafront Gardens. North of the pier there’s a string of eight Victorian and Edwardian gardens, which have helped earn Felixstowe the epithet, “The Garden Resort of East Anglia”.
- Felixstowe Pier. Central to Felixstowe’s waterfront since 1905, Felixstowe Pier has had a troubled history. When it opened more than 110 years ago the pier had its own train station and was a landing point for steamers that linked Felixstowe with destinations like London and Great Yarmouth.
The attractive seaside town of Felixstowe is home to a 4-mile beach, with both family-friendly spots and more rural stretches for those looking for a more rural experience. The beach is sand and shingle and backed by a promenade, with the North beach one side of the Pier and the South beach the other (awarded both the Blue Flag and Seaside ...
Beach Street Felixstowe. 71. Shopping Malls. Vibrant container park with an eclectic mix of street food, including vegan choices, craft beer, and boutique shops, accentuated by DJ sets and a beachside atmosphere. 5. Harwich Harbour Foot Ferry. 75. Ferries.
There’s a range of things to do and see all in one place, including The John Bradfield Viewing Area, Landguard Nature Reserve, Landguard Bird Observatory. Landguard Fort is the site of the last opposed invasion of England in 1667 and the first land battle of the Royal Marines. Guided tours and audio tours of the fort are supplemented by a DVD ...
Things to do. Felixstowe has lots of things to do for all ages and interests – whether you are a visitor for the day, staying for longer or reside in the town. Experience traditional seaside amusements, a stroll along the promenade, rich flora and fauna at nature reserves and gardens, plus a wealth of historical heritage.
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