The History of Walton Prison
The fine lock-up at Walton, known as The Cage, is situated in High Street, IP11 9BQ having been restored and sited close to its original position. Originally the Market Cross,…
Felixstowe’s Forgotten Castle
Walton Castle was a Saxon Shore Fort in the Roman province of Britannia. The fort was reused by the Normans who used it as the bailey for a castle. It…
Militant Suffragettes Sentenced at Felixstowe Town Hall
Militant Suffragettes, Hilda Birkett and Florence Tunks have been sentenced at Felixstowe Town Hall. Burkitt, who was 37, and Tunks, who was 22, were jailed for two years and nine…
Parking meters installed on Viewpoint and Fort carparks
After delays caused by Covid-19, parking meters were installed on Tuesday 4th August at the Viewpoint and Fort carparks – the last waterfront parking facilities in Felixstowe to be free.…
Blue Flag to Fly Again at Felixstowe
Felixstowe beach (Felixstowe South and Pier) is flying high after being named as one of country’s best beaches by environmental charity Keep Britain Tidy, joining an elite of seaside towns…
Felixstowe named a better seaside resort than Blackpool or Newquay
The UK has plenty of famous beaches, with bustling promenades, iconic piers and more fish and chip shops than you could possibly ever need – but it’s also got some less…