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This Week in Felixstowe

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Suffolk fish and chip restaurant shortlisted for UK's best award

Saltwater Fish & Chips in Felixstowe has been shortlisted for Restaurant of the Year in the National Fish & Chip Awards 2027

East Anglian Daily Times·1d ago
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How Suffolk was at the heart of the biggest Royal scandal of the 20th century

Few know of Wallis Simpson's connections to Ipswich and Felixstowe, both of which played a big part in her divorce that saw her marry King Edward VIII.

Ipswich Star·1d ago
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Golf club’s new clubhouse and permanent cafe set to open by Christmas

The new Felixstowe Ferry Golf clubhouse and permanent cafe is set to open around Christmas after initial plans to open in September.

East Anglian Daily Times·1d ago
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Driver arrested after failing to provide breath sample following crash

Felixstowe driver arrested after High Road East collision on October 12 for failing to provide a breath sample; vehicle uninsured and seized by police.

East Anglian Daily Times·2d ago
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Vehicle seized at seafront after anti-social behaviour operation

Felixstowe police seized a vehicle near Landguard Fort during an anti-social behaviour operation.

Ipswich Star·2d ago
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Delays likely as four abnormal loads weighing 78 tonnes to travel on A14 and A12

Drivers are being warned of delays as four abnormal loads are due to leave Felixstowe Docks and travel along the A14 and A12.

East Anglian Daily Times·3d ago
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The Suffolk restaurants everyone wants a table at right now

Meze Grill in Stowmarket and Loca Bar & Restaurant in Felixstowe have been named among Norfolk and Suffolk's most booked venues by OpenTable.

East Anglian Daily Times·4d ago
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Former teacher can attend university despite five-year education ban after conviction

A former supply teacher who worked at a school in Felixstowe has been spared prison after being convicted of sexually assaulting a child.

East Anglian Daily Times·5d ago
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Recap as former Felixstowe teacher spared jail for child sex offence

We are live from Ipswich Crown Court for the sentencing of former Felixstowe teacher Shashank Singhal who was convicted of a child sex offence.

Ipswich Star·5d ago
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Boxer hits out after electric charging point installed outside her home

Nicky Tayler, who lives in St Andrew's Road, Felixstowe says her physical and mental health has been affected by EV charge points outside her home

East Anglian Daily Times·5d ago
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Where does traffic go when the Orwell Bridge closes in Ipswich?

Why Orwell Bridge closures bring Ipswich traffic to a standstill, disrupting the A14, HGVs and journeys to Port of Felixstowe across Suffolk and beyond.

Ipswich Star·5d ago
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Launch date announced for highly-anticipated eatery

Wok Wraps has announced a soft launch date for its new branch in Felixstowe.

East Anglian Daily Times·6d ago
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Family run business to move into bigger shop after 60 years on high street

Coes will open a larger Felixstowe shop in Hamilton Road on November 6, after 60 years on the high street.

East Anglian Daily Times·6d ago
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Venue at centre of noise complaint row hopeful 'show will go on'

Charlie Manning, the owner of Beach Street in Felixstowe, has shared his relief steps are in motion to withdraw a complaint against the venue.

East Anglian Daily Times·6d ago
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Ipswich charity shop still closed as repair work continues

An EACH charity shop on Ipswich’s Felixstowe Road remains closed nearly two months after a car crashed into it on August 12, with repairs ongoing.

Ipswich Star·7 Oct
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Cyclist airlifted to hospital with life-threatening injuries after crash

A cyclist in his 70s was airlifted to hospital with life-threatening injuries after a crash which closed Felixstowe Road in Ipswich.

Ipswich Star·7 Oct
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Out-of-date food and illegal tobacco seized from Suffolk town's shops

Out-of-date food and illegal tobacco was seized from shops in Felixstowe.

Ipswich Star·7 Oct
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'Serious' crash shuts stretch of major road

A "serious" crash has closed part of Felixstowe Road in Ipswich.

East Anglian Daily Times·6 Oct
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First-of-its-kind radiation leak drill held in Suffolk with 200 involved

Agencies took part in an emergency planning exercise at a Felixstowe sports centre for the event of a radiation leak

East Anglian Daily Times·6 Oct
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Major radiation incident drill taking place in Suffolk today

A major radiation response exercise is taking place at Brackenbury Sports Centre in Felixstowe on Tuesday, October 6.

Ipswich Star·6 Oct
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Suffolk roads set for week of abnormal loads including 78-tonne cable drums

Suffolk drivers face abnormal load movements from October 5, including Felixstowe cable drum convoys to Leavenheath and escorted journeys to Ipswich.

East Anglian Daily Times·4 Oct
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Huge cruise ship spotted on River Orwell during Suffolk visit

Hanseatic Spirit cruise ship draws crowds on the River Orwell, passing Felixstowe, Ipswich and the Orwell Bridge during its voyage to London.

East Anglian Daily Times·3 Oct
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'People won't come down' fear traders over impact of licence review

Business owners at Beach Street in Sea Road, Felixstowe have praised the sense of community at the site following a review of its premises licence.

East Anglian Daily Times·3 Oct
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Beachfront restaurant announces closure months after reopening

Big Bro Bao will close its Beach Street, Felixstowe restaurant on October 4, as owners hint the Pan-Asian brand could return in a new location.

East Anglian Daily Times·2 Oct
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'Inadequate' buses are leaving pupils 'stranded' at bus stops

Felixstowe youngsters heading to school in Ipswich are being left stranded at bus stops by FirstBus claim critics.

East Anglian Daily Times·2 Oct
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Seafront venue owner hits back at neighbours' noise complaint claims

The owner of Beach Street in Felixstowe, Charlie Manning, said entertainment had been "long established" at the seafront venue following noise complaints.

East Anglian Daily Times·29 Sept
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Benidorm star bringing stage show to Suffolk seaside town ahead of big-screen debut

A stage show starring a Benidorm actress is coming to Felixstowe ahead of its big-screen debut.

East Anglian Daily Times·28 Sept
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Suffolk town's roads to shut during two-day radiation emergency exercise

A major emergency planning exercise for a radiological incident will be taking place at the Brackenbury sports centre in Felixstowe next week.

East Anglian Daily Times·28 Sept
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Scouts share their 'sadness' to leave their hut that was their home for years

The chair of 7th Felixstowe Scout Group has spoken of her sadness as the troop left its long-term home at Langley Avenue cemetery ahead of plans to expand the cemetery.

Ipswich Star·28 Sept
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Flood gates to close as high tides threaten Suffolk coast

Felixstowe flood gates will close as high tides bring flood alerts from Suffolk to Clacton on September 28, affecting Ipswich, the Deben and Southwold.

Ipswich Star·28 Sept
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Drivers warned of delays as 78-tonne abnormal load travels on A14

Drivers face possible delays on Suffolk’s A12 and A14 as 78-tonne cable drums travel from Felixstowe Docks to Leavenheath from September 28 to October 1.

Ipswich Star·28 Sept
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Cafe given green light to continue providing outdoor seating

East Suffolk Council has raised no objection to Felixstowe cafe Ruby's application to provide three tables and 12 chairs outside its premises in Bent Hill

East Anglian Daily Times·27 Sept
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150-year-old church to close after congregation dwindles to 25

The United Reformed Church in Orwell Road, Felixstowe is set to close after more than 50 years due to declining attendance in 2027.

East Anglian Daily Times·25 Sept
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New 24-hour gym could open in former discount store

The Gym Group could open in the former Original Factory Shop unit in Hamilton Road, Felixstowe.

East Anglian Daily Times·24 Sept
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New railings installed to block vehicles from green space after Traveller encampment

Metal railings at the Gosford Way recreation ground in Felixstowe to prevent further unauthorised vehicle access and encampments.

East Anglian Daily Times·24 Sept
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Well-known travel agent set to open in premises of town's last bank

Well-known travel agent Hays Travel is set to open in the former Santander premises in Hamilton Road, Felixstowe

East Anglian Daily Times·23 Sept
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Seafront awash with runners amid record entries for annual event

Seafront awash with runners on Sunday at annual Richard Bennett Felixstowe Coastal 10.

Ipswich Star·22 Sept
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Man with over 200 offences told officer to 'move hand a bit higher sweetheart'

A Felixstowe man with over 200 previous offences under his belt ordered to pay over £700 after threatening a police officer and admitting thefts in Suffolk.

East Anglian Daily Times·21 Sept
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Seaside restaurant in Suffolk named among best in the world

Loca Bar and Restaurant in Felixstowe has received a Travellers’ Choice Award from Tripadvisor.

East Anglian Daily Times·21 Sept
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Fireworks worth over £100k stolen from freight yard after thieves smash gate

Fireworks worth £127,000 stolen from a freight yard in Felixstowe after thieves smashed the gate and took a trailer. Suffolk police are investigating.

East Anglian Daily Times·19 Sept
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Best Community Pub finalist reopens after major £380k refurbishment

The Falcon pub in Felixstowe reopened on September 11 after a £382,000 refurbishment, featuring new interiors, pool and darts, a courtyard and live music.

Ipswich Star·18 Sept
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Morning rave to serve up 90s anthems and coffee

Felixstowe's free Coffee & Clubbing rave on September 19 offers 90s anthems, coffee and dancing for families.

Ipswich Star·17 Sept
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Cancelled arts festival set for £6k grant but will need more help for go ahead

Felixstowe Town Council considers a £6,000 grant towards Art on the Prom’s return after the 2026 seafront festival was cancelled over core event costs.

East Anglian Daily Times·17 Sept
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‘Cowardly’ man who ran dangerous building site jailed after worker crushed to death

Peter Clifford from Felixstowe has been jailed for the manslaughter of Dale Baker, an employee of his who died at a building site in Woodbridge.

East Anglian Daily Times·15 Sept
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Ipswich train services disrupted by trespasser blocking four lines

Ipswich train services face delays after a trespasser blocked lines to Felixstowe, Lowestoft and Stowmarket, disrupting Greater Anglia rail services.

Ipswich Star·15 Sept
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All about plans for a new 1,400-home neighbour on the Suffolk coast

Everything you need to know about plans for 1,440 homes as part of the North Felixstowe Garden Neighbourhood.

East Anglian Daily Times·13 Sept
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Ofsted inspectors say teaching needs to improve at school

Ofsted inspectors said achievement and curriculum needed attention at Felix Primary School in Maidstone Road, Felixstowe

East Anglian Daily Times·12 Sept
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Man charged with possession of knife after schools lockdown

Felixstowe man Edward Pavlides charged with knife possession in public and threatening behaviour.

East Anglian Daily Times·11 Sept
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Armed police seize air rifle from suspect after assault in Suffolk seaside town

Armed police were called after reports of an assault and a man carrying a weapon in Felixstowe.

East Anglian Daily Times·11 Sept