Take a trip back in time with East Anglia Transport Museum, where you will explore collections of the largest ranges of preserved vehicles of any museum. It is a great opportunity to travel on vehicles that are many years old, through a street scene of shops and houses.
East Anglia Transport museum is popular with locals and tourists, offering lots of history and information. The museum is full of displays showing you the development of mechanical transport over almost a century, where you can experience vehicles in motion!
There is so much to learn and discover at the museum, from a ride on the Woodland Tramway, or experience the silence of the Trolleybus service. Don’t miss out on taking a walk down the period street, which is full of authentic street furniture and vehicles.
Enjoy the atmosphere, while viewing the collection of vehicles and see how they have been restored. There is so much to see and explore at the museum, so if you’re visiting Lowestoft make sure to visit!
Opening hours
Monday to Sunday 12:00-16:30
Pricing
Adults: £9.00
Seniors: £7.00
Kids(5-15): £6.00
Under 5's: Free
Last Entry
The last entry time is 1 hour before closing time.
Address
Chapel Road
Carlton Colville
Lowestoft
NR33 8BL
England
Contact details
01502 518459
www.eatransportmuseum.co.uk
2. Lowestoft and East Suffolk Maritime Museum
Lowestoft and East Suffolk Maritime Museum is situated beside the North Sea in Lowestoft’s beautiful Sparrow’s Nest Gardens and offers an interesting day out, hours full of enjoyment and discovery for everyone.
The museum offers a range of displays and exhibitions, with many activities including lots of family activities – making it a great day out with children. There is also a small cinema where you can see amazing archive film. At the museum, there is plenty to see and do so make sure to visit if you plan on going to Lowestoft.
There are so many collections in the museum, full of history and stories. Lowestoft Museum has been around since 1968 and over the years it has got more and more popular with visitors.
It has recently been developed when a Heritage Lottery Fund grant made it possible for a major makeover of displays.
Why not visit with friends or family and learn about the history of Lowestoft?
Opening times
We open daily for the 2017 summer season from 14th April until 30th October.
Opening times are 10am to 5pm with last admissions at 4pm.
Admission
Adults: £2.00
Children (5-16 years): £0.50
Seniors: £1.00
Address
Sparrows Nest Whapload Road
Whapload Road
Lowestoft
NR32 1XG
England
Contact details
01502 561963
www.lowestoftmaritimemuseum.co.uk
3. The Marina Theatre
The Marina Theatre adds a touch of Tinseltown in the heart of Lowestoft and is the cultural heart of the seaside town, offering a range of musical, dance, comedic and dramatic live performances. There is something for everyone at The Marine Theatre!
The theatre has over 700 seats and whether it be live or cinematic performance, the theatre team are always enthusiastic about putting on a show for the town! There is so much to choose from, such as family classics and seasonal favourites.
Lowestoft Theatre is great for the community, as it is open to many exciting opportunities such as youth community groups, workshops, half term activities for families and much more.
There is so much to do in Lowestoft, so make sure to visit with friends or family soon! Whether you fancy a day out at the beach, an evening out and more - there is something for everyone.
Opening hours
Monday to Saturday 10:00 – 17:00
Pricing
Prices vary depending on show/workshop. Please contact the attraction directly for more information
Address
The Marina
Lowestoft
NR32 1HH
England
Contact details
01502 533200
www.marinatheatre.co.uk
4. Somerleyton Hall and Gardens
Somerleyton Hall and Gardens is a fully working estate, popular with locals and tourists. Take a visit to the walled garden and discover some of the most beautiful gardens and greenhouses – don’t miss out on seeing the 70ft long pergola, which is home to many stunning flowers such as roses, wisteria, clematis and vines.
There is also a hedge maze, which is the finest yew hedge maze in Britain and was planted back in 1846. The maze is around 800 yards from the centre, but most visitors love to explore the maze’s mysteries. For a less active day out, why not stroll around Somerleyton’s pleasure gardens? You’ll love the rhododendrons, azaleas and wonderful collection of trees including monkey puzzle, tulip trees, giant redwood and many more.
If you love nature and flowers, make sure to stop by and explore Somerleyton Hall and Gardens. It would make a wonderful and relaxing day out with friends or family. Why not treat your mum to a day out for Mother’s Day?
Opening times
The hall and gardens will be open on from 10am until 5pm on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays from Thursday 13th April to Thursday 28th September.
Entrance to the hall is by tour only. Tours last 45 minutes and run regularly from 11.30am until 3pm. Please note Wednesday is garden ONLY.
Prices
Visit website for more information
Address
Somerleyton Hall
Lovingland
Suffolk
NR32 5QQ
Contact details
0871 222 4244
www.visit.somerleyton.co.uk
5. Corton Woods
Corton Woods Local Nature Reserve provides information about the birds and RSPB and fundraisers for local reserves. You can meet on the first Friday of each month, where there are informative talks on wildlife, habitats and conservation.
Each month there are one or more field meetings, where you can travel to reserves and see birds in their habitat. There are many events each year, including conservation at Minsmere in the winter. If you love birds and wildlife, it’s a great place to go where you will learn all about their habitats and to help them in the great outdoors.
Why not take a walk in the Nature Reserve and see what wildlife you can spot? There is so much to do in Lowestoft, so make sure to visit all of the attractions.
Address
Corton Road
Corton
Lowestoft
England
Meeting place
St. Mark's Church CentreBridge Road
Oulton Broad
Lowestoft
Suffolk
NR33 9JX
www.rspb.org.uk/groups/lowestoft
Top 5 kid’s activities
There are so many fun days out with the kids in Lowestoft. From zoo's and sea life centres, to crazy golf! Why not plan a day out in the school holidays?
1. Sea Life Centre Great Yarmouth
There is so much for children to explore and discover at the Sea Life Centre Great Yarmouth, such as the new Sea Stars exhibit, new sea turtle conservation and much more!
Kids will love spending the day at the Sea Life centre, so why not take them one weekend, or during the school holidays? They can get close to amazing tropical sharks, fish, octopus and many more sea creatures.
Explore the underwater tunnel and see a range of sea creatures swimming above and around. There are so many incredible displays at the centre, including sharks, rays and mullets. Don’t forget to see the smaller displays of species, such as seahorses and other delicate creatures which are peaceful to watch.
Kids and adults alike will love visiting Sea Life and make sure to take lots of pictures!
Opening hours
Opening hours are subject to change. Please call the attraction directly to avoid disappointment.
Pricing
From £10.14 per person
Address
Marine Parade
Great Yarmouth
Norfolk
NR30 3AH
England
Contact details
01493 330631
www.visitsealife.com/Great-yarmouth
2. Pirates Cove Golf
Pirates Cove Golf is a pirate themed crazy golf course, in the heart of Great Yarmouth. It is full of fun golf courses for children and adults alike! Why not take a visit after a morning at the beach?
There are wonderful landscape features, such as cool waterfalls, footbridges which all create a fun-filled atmosphere. Older children will be impressed that this course was actually the first adventure golf course to open in the UK, right back in 1995! The courses are updates regularly, offering a new and fun experience over and over again.
At Pirates Cove Golf, there is so much pirate-fun to be had! The kids will love playing with friends or family, so when the weathers nice, take a trip to Suffolk and see what attractions it has to offer!
Opening hours
Open daily from 10am between March & November Open until Late during school holidays & summer months
Pricing
Pirates (13 & over): £7
Buccaneers (12 & under): £6
Crew pass (2 & 2): £24
Address
Marine Parade
Great Yarmouth
Norfolk
NR30 2ER
England
Contact details
01493 331785
www.pirates-cove.co.uk
3. Merrivale Model Village
Merrivale Model Village is very popular with locals and visitors and is also Yarmouth’s much loves attractions, which offers a fun and magnificent model village, set in an acre of floral landscaped gardens close to the sea front. Close to the sea, who wouldn’t want to take a visit! Why don’t you take the kids to the model village and spend the day at the beach? There is so much to do in and around Lowestoft, Suffolk.
Take the kids during the weekend, or make the most of the holiday and visit during the school holidays! Kids will love seeing all the small houses, gardens and figurines.
The Royal Exhibition which features a stunning 22ft model of Buckingham Palace is worth a look at and keep an eye out for the bank robber in the town! There are so many fun characters to see and spot within the crowds.
Opening hours
19th March through 26th July
Monday to Sunday 10:00 - 17:15
27 July through 1 September
Monday to Sunday 10:00 - 22:00
2 September through 30 October
Monday to Sunday 10:00 - 17:15
Last admission is 1 hour before closing.
Pricing
Adults: £7.50
Child: £6.25
Senior Citizens: £6.50
Under 3: Free
Super Saver (2 adults + 2 children): £23
Address
Marine Parade
Great Yarmouth
Norfolk
NR30 3JG
England
Contact details
01493 842097
www.merrivalemodelvillage.co.uk
4. Africa Alive
Africa Alive is full of wonderful animals, such as lions, giraffes, meerkats and many more from the African continent.
Discover the ‘Plains of Africa’ at Africa Alive, where you will be able to spot 5 species of African savannah animals - Who wouldn’t want to meet a rhino or giraffe? There are many popular events which take place during the summer. The ‘Plains of Africa’ experience is where you will be able to get up close to all of the animals.
Don’t miss out on an amazing view up top, at the ‘Lookout Lodge’ where you will be able to experience a great view of animals – Don’t miss out on visiting ‘Lemur Encounters’, where you will be able to walk through the lemurs’ enclosure! The park is home to many wildlife and animals, so why not take the kids out during the school holidays? There is so much to do and see at Africa Alive and children will love learning all about the animals and their habitats.
Africa Alive is also set in beautiful 100 acres of Suffolk countryside, so why not explore Suffolk and its many other attractions? Whether you fancy a trip to the beach or the countryside, Suffolk has so much to offer.
Opening hours
1st April - 21st July: Monday to Sunday 09:30 - 17:00
22nd July - 10th September: Monday to Sunday 09:30 - 18:00
11th September - 29th October: Monday to Sunday 09:30 - 17:00
30th October - 31st March: Monday to Sunday 09:30 - 16:00
Pricing
1st April - 30th June (1st July - 10th September)*
Adults (16+): £19.95 (£21.95)
Kids (3-15): £13.95 (£15.95)
Under 3s: Free
Seniors (65+): £17.95 (£19.95)
Concessions: £9.95 (£10.95)
Address
Whites Lane
Kessingland
Lowestoft
Suffolk
NR33 7TF
England
Contact details
01502 740291
www.africa-alive.co.uk
5. Castaway Island
Castaway Island is on the old Arnold Palmer course site, in the heart of Yarmouth’s Golden Mile. Who wouldn’t want to play a scenic game of golf by the coast? Kids will love playing crazy golf with their friends and family!
The course offers a fun and nautical theme and is an 18 hold course, with many displays and themes. Even the younger children will have fun, as there is something for everyone at Castaway Island.
Opening hours
Open daily from 10 AM until 5 PM between March & November Open until Late during school holidays & summer months
Pricing
Adults £6 Child £5 Family (2 & 2) £20 Party bookings with discounted rates also available
Address
Marine Parade
Great Yarmouth
Norfolk
NR30 2ES
England
Contact details
01493 331785
www.castaway-island.co.uk
Top 5 restaurants in Lowestoft
On your day out in Lowestoft, why not stop by one of these popular restaurants.
1. The Harbour Inn
www.lovelowestoft.co.uk/pubs/the-harbour-inn
01502 587408
Royal Plain
Lowestoft
NR33 0AG
England
2. No Place Like Home
01502 562982
101 High Street
Lowestoft
NR32 1XW
England
3. Tea by The Sea
01502 585573
84 Pakefield Street
Lowestoft
NR33 0JS
England
4. The Black Rock Grill
www.theblackrockgrill.co.uk
01502 735000
Coast Rd
Hopton
Great Yarmouth
NR31 9BX
5. Desmonds Pizzeria
07968 636647
221b London Rd
Lowestoft
NR33 0DS