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Lowestoft Kirkley Cliff Beach

(Lowestoft Claremont Pier South Beach)

Suffolk, England


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Lowestoft Kirkley Cliff Beach, also known as Victoria Beach or Lowestoft South Beach, is a popular resort beach located in North Suffolk, renowned for its fine sandy stretch and excellent facilities. .

Lowestoft's fine sandy South Beach is the main resort beach in North Suffolk. The beach is situated just south of Claremont Pier and is enjoyed by both visitors and residents alike. It has received a Blue Flag award for its clean waters and has been recognised by the Tourist Board in the past.

The beach offers a range of facilities, including lawn bowls, tennis courts, restaurants, cafes, and a variety of seafront hotels and guest houses. Visitors can also find close parking, toilets, and a seasonal lifeguard service, which operates from 31st May to 1st September. The beach is ideal for various watersports, such as swimming, surfing, windsurfing, and jet-skiing. Additionally, there are children's play areas, including the Children's Corner and the Royal Green adjacent to the promenade, which features activities like Crazy Golf.

A successful events area has been established at Royal Green, adjacent to the promenade, which hosts various events throughout the year. The beach is easily accessible, with a refurbished seafront and promenade providing easy access to the sand. There is also pay-and-display car parking nearby, as well as a Visitor Centre located in the East Point Pavilion, which provides local information.

Please note that dogs are not allowed on South Beach between May and September.

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Weather and tides for Saturday 6 June

Today
Chance of rain 95%
Max temperature 17°C
feels like 17°C
Wind 22mph
Tonight
Chance of rain 95%
Min temperature 13°C
feels like 13°C
Wind 18mph

The tide at Lowestoft Kirkley Cliff Beach is currently falling. Low tide will be at approximately 7:33 AM, and the next high tide will be at approximately 1:56 PM.

Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low

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Recommended holiday cottages near Lowestoft Kirkley Cliff Beach

Things to do and see in the area

Mincarlo -Floating Maritime Museum (0.6 miles)
Seagull Theatre (0.6 miles)
The Marina Theatre (0.9 miles)
Stanford Arms (1 miles)
Lowestoft and East Suffolk Maritime Museum (1.7 miles)
Lowestoft Museum (1.7 miles)
East Anglia Transport Museum (2.6 miles)
Africa Alive! (3.5 miles)
Somerleyton Hall (3.5 miles)
Burgh Castle (3.8 miles)

Places to eat near Lowestoft Kirkley Cliff Beach

The Jolly Sailors (320 yards)
Tea by the Sea (430 yards)

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Location: Kirkley, Lowestoft

Location type: Urban

OS Grid: TM544917

Coordinates: 52°27'51"N 1°44'41"E

Mapcode: GBR YTL.HY3

What 3 Words: steps.sting.arrow

Coordinates and location codes are for an approximate mid-point of the beach, and may not reflect the best access point or the most popular part of the beach.

County: Suffolk

Country: England

Local Authority: Waveney

Parish: Lowestoft

Nearest postcode: NR33 0DE

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