Felixstowe Travel Guide

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Things to Do  

Visit the Theatre

Visit the Theatre, Felixstowe

 joanj Says:  The Spa Pavillion Theatre has been providing entertainment since 1909, built on a fresh water spa dating back to Victorian times, still active today.The Spa has recently been renovated, and is on the Seafront with shows throughout the year, from amateurs to top name... 

Felixstowe Museum

Felixstowe Museum, Felixstowe

 joanj Says:  Maybe if the weather is inclement, then a visit to the Museum may be a good idea.The Museum is housed in 1878 Submarine Mining building at Landguard Point. There are12 exhibition rooms which include RAF Felixstowe and aircraft development , HMS Beehive and Coastal forces,... 

Hotels  

The Hotel Elizabeth Orwell

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The Brook Hotel

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Restaurants  

Ferry Boat Inn: Ferry Boat Inn - traditional pub

Ferry Boat Inn: Ferry Boat Inn - traditional pub, Felixstowe

 sue_stone Says:  The Ferry Boat Inn is a cool old pub located close to the ferry terminal at the northern end of Felixstowe. It dates back to the 15th century, and has lovely flagstone floors, low ceilings and a wood burning stove. The walls are lined with old photos and drawings of days... 

The Dolphin: The pub where my Father enjoyed a pint or 3

The Dolphin: The pub where my Father enjoyed a pint or 3, Felixstowe

 phred1910 Says:  Are you kidding? My father spent many an hour here and would have killed me if I didn't visit and tip a pint for him A pint of Double Diamond....Memories and a family tradition 

Nightlife  

The Hill

The Hill, Felixstowe

 Lord-Vini Says:  If you are in Felixstowe and feel like going out of an evening, all the night life happens at the bottom of Bent Hill. There are 6 bars and that's where every body goes on a Friday and Saturday night. There is no dress code anywhere in Felixstowe but I have heard that a few... 

The Dolphin: A historical pint

The Dolphin: A historical pint, Felixstowe

 phred1910 Says:  Tip a pint where my father did.... Dressed is acceptable 

Transportation  

Trains

Trains, Felixstowe

 Lord-Vini Says:  There is a train to Ipswich, at every 10 minutes to the hour from Felixstowe station. Sunday times differ. Tickets are bought on the train.The station is located in the carpark at Solar/ Homebase. 

Plenty of choice

Plenty of choice, Felixstowe

 joanj Says:  National Express and Rail tickets to all nation-wide destinations plus Euro Lines coach travel to the continent are available at the Tourist Information Centre on the Seafront.There are two Felixstowe foot-ferries with one to Bawdsey and the other to Harwich and Shotley. 

Shopping  

Main Street

Main Street, Felixstowe

 Lord-Vini Says:  All shops in Felixstowe are located down the Hamilton Road area. There are all the shops you would expect: Tescos, WH Smiths, banks, clothes shops and lots of charity shops. There are a couple of really good book stores as well. You can get most things you need... 

various: Early Closing Day

various: Early Closing Day, Felixstowe

 joanj Says:  There are a range of shops both in the town and along the seafront, but EARLY CLOSING day is on Wednesday afternoons for a few of the shops.MARKET DAYS are Thursdays and Sundays. 

Local Customs  

Diana, Princess of Wales

Diana, Princess of Wales, Felixstowe

 marciaca Says:  I was in Felixstowe during Diana's funeral in September 1997. The whole country shut down for a day (except for the bars). There was a huge spontanteous outpouring of emotion. Despite the misgivings in the tabloids, Diana was hugely popular amongst the commoners. The picture... 

Warnings Or Dangers  

Lorries

Lorries, Felixstowe

 Lord-Vini Says:  When driving into Felixstowe, you will most likely have to drive past the dock. Beware of the roundabouts in this area as lorries have been known to tip and fall ontop of cars. 

Off The Beaten Path  

White Cliffs of Dover

White Cliffs of Dover, Felixstowe

 marciaca Says:  The famous White Cliffs of Dover are closer to Dover (duh) but I passed by them on my way to Felixstowe. 

fashion photograph session

fashion photograph session, Felixstowe

 balihai69 Says:  by chance, we met a fashion photo session in this small place. we saw the new collection of the casualwear brand "javantanero". here in the photo two of the models, who always repeated one another "porque entre modelos no nos vamos a putear no?" 

Sports & Outdoors  

Golf

Golf, Felixstowe

 Lord-Vini Says:  There is a gold course down Felixstowe Ferry. It is sign posted as you enter the town. Golf clubs. 

for Golf fanatics

for Golf fanatics, Felixstowe

 joanj Says:  There is a driving range situated on Gulpher Road Felixstowe, which you can telephone on 01394 282135 for further information.Felixstowe Ferry Golf Club, has an 18 hole and 9 hole pay and play. For further information regarding this, contact the club secretary on 01394... 

Sailing

Sailing, Felixstowe

 joanj Says:  If sailing is your forte, then you could telephone the Felixstowe Ferry SailingClub on 01394 283785 for information on your sport, and if Water Skiing is a must for you,then contact the Water Ski Club by telephoning 01449 760640 for details. 

Bowls

Bowls, Felixstowe

 joanj Says:  There are indoor and outdoor bowls clubs in Felixstowe. Details are available at the Tourist Information Centre.Felixstowe Tourist Information Centre91 Undercliff Road WestFELIXSTOWEIP11 2AF (01394) 276770 

Anyone for tennis?

Anyone for tennis?, Felixstowe

 joanj Says:  There are 12 grass, 9 floodlit hard courts, 3 synthetic grass courts, 3 acrylic and 3 macadam tennis courts at Felixstowe Lawn Tennis Club. 

Favorites  

If you like to walk

If you like to walk, Felixstowe

 joanj Says:  There are many walks in and around Felixstowe, along the promenade, cliffs at Landguard Nature Reserve, around the golf course, the Grove, and along the Rivers Deben, Stour and Orwell.There are various walking maps and suggested routes available at the Tourist Information... 

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 My Home Town! - Sleepy little seaside, retirement town. 

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Felixstowe

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 A grey summer's afternoon found us taking a walk by the sea in Felixstowe, 12 miles southeast of Ipswich. We were taken there by friends who live in Ipswich, as they thought we would enjoy some fresh... 

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Felixstowe

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 Felixstowe is a small seaside harbor town east of London along the coast. It used to be a popular seaside resort town until cheap holiday packages have allowed people to travel elsewhere 

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Felixstowe - an Edwardian Resort -

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 Felixstowe is an Edwardian resort, retaining much of its original charm, it also has England's largest container port adjacent to the resort. Felixstowe is twinned with Wesel and Salzwedel,... 

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My Home Town!

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 Sleepy little seaside, retirement town. 

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Russ - The early years

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 While I don't remember much from my days here...I do remember that it wasn't the massive port town that it is today...the port is busy 24/7 

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