Night swimming at Beccles Lido
Situated on the banks of the River Waveney, Beccles Lido is a traditional, heated outdoor pool complete with slide and diving board. For younger swimmers, there's also a separate toddler and paddling pool, plus a children's play area and cafe serving snacks, meals, sandwiches and ice creams.
If you want to escape the crowds, you can enjoy a the truly unique experience of swimming under the stars at one of the after-dark swimming sessions. The pool is illuminated by under water lights, and there's a pace to suit all levels of swimmer.
Escape the Crowds on the Coast
Ideal for families, Lowestoft has the biggest stretch of golden sandy beach on The Suffolk Coast. There's oodles of space here, even on busier days, so you'll easily find a spot to set up for the day. Moving south Pakefield beach is a little more wild, with marram grass and dunes and fishing boats to sunbathe amongst. Children will love searching the shores for flotsam and jetsum and throwing stones in the sea.
A huge stretch of beach framed by imposing cliffs, you'll have no trouble social distancing and staying away from the crowds at Kessingland. The coastal village has a number of places to park, but there isn't a beach car park, so expect a walk to reach the sea.
Just a short ferry ride across the River Blyth from the popular beach at Southwold, Walberswick's beach is accessed by crossing over the bridge and through the dunes. A beautiful stretch of sand and shingle beach awaits you here, with views of Southwold to the north and Sizewell beach to the south.
A fabulous alternative to the seaside towns of Southwold and Aldeburgh, Felixstowe boasts a 4-mile shingle and sand beach. The traditional seaside experience is on offer here, with the Pier and amusements and ice cream parlour sitting alongside a wilder beach as you head towards Landguard point.
Watch the sunrise at Britain's most easterly point
Not only does the town of Lowestoft boast a glorious sandy beach, it's also home Britain's most easterly point; Ness Point. An understated spot, Ness Point is one of the first places to see the sunrise, and boy is it with the early start!
Head to Ness Point itself, or make your way to the beach to watch the sun rise into the sky from the horizon as flickers of light catch the waves.