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On 6 November 2024, Felixstowe Town Council finalised a statement on the North Felixstowe Garden Neighbourhood Development at its Ordinary Council Meeting. The full statement, which was issued to East Suffolk Council today, can be read below:  “I am writing on behalf of Felixstowe Town Council to provide the corporate response to the North Felixstowe… Read more »

The 2024 Felixstowe in Flower Awards Ceremony was held at Felixstowe Ferry Golf Club on October 17, 2024, marking the 39th year of the initiative. Since 1985, Felixstowe in Flower has been brightening Felixstowe every summer, and this year’s event showcased many brilliant entries from the community. The competitions, free to enter, included a diverse… Read more »

From September 20-23, a civic delegation journeyed from Felixstowe to Wesel, Germany, to commemorate a momentous 50 years of twinning between the two towns. The Mayor of Felixstowe, Cllr David Rowe, the Deputy Mayor, Cllr Corrine Franklin, and members of the Twinning Association joined together for a weekend of vibrant events to celebrate the enduring… Read more »

Support Breast Cancer Awareness Month with Local Cafés and Bars An official launch for Breast Cancer Awareness Month took place on 30 September 2024 at The Boardwalk Café Bar on Felixstowe Pier. The event was hosted by the Mayor of Felixstowe, Cllr David Rowe, alongside representatives from his chosen charities. They gathered to enjoy a… Read more »

At its meeting of 4th September, Felixstowe Town Council passed the following Motion: This Council is deeply saddened by the recent riots fuelled by hatred, far right extremism and Islamophobia on social media, in particular the X (formerly Twitter) platform. X appears to be doing little to restrict this hateful content. As a result this… Read more »

On Tuesday 3 September at 9am, Felixstowe Town Council will fly the Red Ensign at the Town Hall to mark Merchant Navy Day and raise awareness of the UK’s ongoing dependence on Merchant Navy seafarers. Since 2000, Merchant Navy Day on 3 September has honoured the brave men and women who kept our island nation… Read more »

Felixstowe to Commemorate 80th Anniversary of Lancaster Bomber LM258, HA-Q, and its Heroic Crew On Sunday 25 August at midday, Felixstowe will hold a special commemorative service to mark the 80th anniversary of the tragic loss of Lancaster Bomber LM258, HA-Q of 218 Squadron, and its seven heroic crew members. The town invites the public… Read more »

BARGAIN HUNTERS SEEK TREASURE FOR THE MAYOR’S CHARITIES Teams representing ten local charities will be diving into the shops of Felixstowe to hunt for items to sell at a charity auction with all profits going to good causes supported by the town’s Mayor. After the shopping spree – which could see up to £1,000 spent… Read more »

Felixstowe’s famous Seafront Gardens will continue to fly the prestigious Green Flag after being recognised as one of the country’s best parks for the ninth consecutive year. The Grade II listed gardens have been awarded the mark of quality for public parks every year since completion of a restoration project funded by East Suffolk Council… Read more »