Passenger ferries, linking Felixstowe Ferry to the sandy beach at Bawdsey Quay, have been crossing the Deben for hundreds of years. For a short period, steam chain ferries also carried vehicles, but contrary to the directions given by some satellite...

Situated in Old Felixstowe, the Ferry is an attractive hamlet at the mouth of the Deben estuary. It is worth the short drive or coastal walk from Felixstowe to visit this area, which boasts two good pubs, the Ferry Café...

This is a modern complex, situated on the seafront, offering a host of activities. The swimming pool is divided into three areas, catering for all ages and abilities, and there is an excellent flume ride for the more adventurous. The...

This museum, housed in the Ravelin block at Landguard Fort, contains 14 display rooms of local social, military and nautical history. Exhibits include the Landguard Room with artefacts, maps, photographs and models depicting military life at the Fort from the...

The port of Felixstowe is the largest container port in the UK and is one of the largest in Europe. Equipped with 21 quayside cranes, the Terminal spans almost 1.5 miles, making it the longest continuous quay in the British...

Felixstowe Seafront has been a popular destination since the arrival of the railway in 1887. It features a sand and shingle beach spanning over 4 miles between the estuaries of the Rivers Deben and Orwell. Running alongside the beach are...

This is the only public foot ferry linking Suffolk to Essex. The ferry service, connecting Felixstowe, Shotley and Harwich, runs during the summer months to provide a frequent service for visitors, business people and locals. This service preserves the historic...

Situated on the Landguard Peninsula, this is a very popular viewing point, from where visitors can view the Haven area and watch the container ships travelling in and out of the Ports of Felixstowe and Harwich. The foot ferry to...

Overlooking the Orwell Estuary, Landguard Fort is a site of extreme historic significance. It was originally built by order of King Henry the Eighth in the 16th century to guard the entrance to Harwich harbour, and is the last fort...

Landguard Nature Reserve is on a sand and shingle peninsula at the mouth of the River Orwell and is an area of immense value for plants and birds. The site, occupying an area of 64 acres, has been designated as...

Manning’s Amusement Park was opened by Sir Billy Butlin and has been run by Charles Manning’s family since 1946. Today it largely features children’s rides and attractions, including indoor mini golf and a mini bowling alley, together with a junior...

Martello Tower 'T' at Felixstowe Ferry is one of 18 towers built along the Suffolk coast and one of four in Felixstowe itself. Constructed during the 19th century, to safeguard the area against invasion by Napoleon, the tower is made...

Situated on Felixstowe seafront, the Spa Pavilion Theatre has been staging a wide range of shows since 1909. Many famous personalities have starred at the theatre, including Jimi Hendrix and The Who. It seats 904 people and provides entertainment to...