Think Lowestoft

As part of a major programme to reinvigorate Lowestoft’s seafront, final designs for improvements at the Royal Plain, Royal Green and the South Quay Wharf areas have been revealed: bit.ly/3rkWdDC

We've had a great response so far to the Lowestoft Tidal Barrier consultation. Thank you to everyone who attended our drop-ins, and who have already given us feedback. Not responded yet? Find out more at our Virtual Visitor Centre ow.ly/tAnH50OLJaq

'Norah's Ark' will be performed at @MarinaTheatre1 next month and is being delivered as part of the HAZ Cultural Programme funded by @HistoricEngland. Book your tickets now! @EastSuffolk @ThinkLowestoft

THIS WEEKEND! First Light Festival returns to Lowestoft for a free solstice beach celebration, featuring music, performance, science, workshops, arts and experience under the shimmering midsummer sun 🌞 Find out all the details at firstlightlowestoft.com #FirstLightFestival

Thank you @guardian for the lovely article on the amazing offer of our town, from our heritage assets and cultural provision of venues and events such as @FirstLight_Fest to our regeneration projects and independent businesses theguardian.com/travel/2023/ju… @EastSuffolk #theleadinglight

NEW weekend hire! You can now hire an Eastern Edge beach hut for the weekend. Weekend hire is £120 (including VAT) and includes two chairs. To book for the weekend, please call 01502 586167 or email lowestoft.beach@eastsuffolk.gov.uk.

Scientists, researchers, marine biologists and leading thinkers will take part in a free, family-friendly science showcase on Lowestoft's South Beach as part of this year's @FirstLight_Fest Check out this and other events taking place over the weekend. edp24.co.uk/news/23583605.…

This week @LowFloPro are holding drop-in events at East Point Pavilion. Come down to ask questions and #HaveYourSay on the Lowestoft Tidal Barrier. #ProtectLowestoft

Coming for First Light Festival? Make sure you plan your visit using our helpful guide and FAQ's before you set off 👉 firstlightlowestoft.com/visit/ #FirstLightFestival2023 #Lowestoft #FreeFestival #FamilyFestival

Please note below closures on Waveney Road commencing this evening (Monday 12 June). This will NOT affect visitors to Lowestoft this weekend attending @FirstLight_Fest on Saturday 17 and Sunday 18.

Grab some popcorn! If you didn't manage to catch The Voice cLoud's performance of 'Peto' at @SeagullTheatre last month (or if you did and want to watch it again!), the performance was recorded and can be viewed here: youtube.com/watch?v=5VjKK2… 1/2

The @EastSuffolk Events, Arts & Culture Grant is now open for applications until 28th July 2023. Available to community/voluntary groups, charities, social enterprises, CICs, town/parish councils & businesses in the culture & arts sector. Find out more: buff.ly/3WHYiVg

An exciting line-up of music acts has been announced for the @FirstLight_Fest which returns to Lowestoft's South Beach on 17-18 June. Tens of thousands of people are set to flock to the hugely popular event. lowestoftjournal.co.uk/news/23496769.…

New for 2023 - our Eastern Edge beach huts in Lowestoft have been fitted out, providing a selection of styles which includes benches, shelves, fold-down tables and chairs, helping you to enjoy your day at the beach even more! Book now: hirebeachhuts.co.uk

If you love festivals, are interested in being more involved in the community and want to meet new people, this is your chance!✨🎪 @FirstLight_Fest are looking for volunteers! thinklowestoft.co.uk/2023/04/26/vol…

ABP News Release: ABP expands Port of Lowestoft with acquisition of former Quality Discounts site, in a move to improve the vitality of the area and increase the role the port plays as a thriving centre for companies servicing the offshore energy industry. abports.co.uk/news-and-media…

As the project progresses for the Cultural Quarter, we thought we would take some time to interview a member of the design team from @ChaplinFarrant to understand their thoughts on the project and what inspires them as an Associate Architect. Read Below thinklowestoft.co.uk/2023/04/19/qa-…

The recording of the latest ambassador event is now LIVE for you to watch back if you missed it 📽 youtu.be/DsPI1UVwq88

NAV 2 & 3 have safely arrived into Lowestoft this morning. Very precise piloting through the bascule bridge. The structures will now stay on the North Quay to prepare for installation onto the Piers over the next few days. More images from today to follow.

NAV 2 & 3 Arrival Update SMS Shoalbuster towing NAV 2 & 3 is currently sitting at the Pilot Station at Lowestoft, still anticipated to come into the outer harbour at around 1030am.