Felixstowe Suffolk Map

About Felixstowe

Felixstowe, a notable Suffolk seaside resort, commands a prominent position on the coast where the Orwell and Deben estuaries meet the North Sea. It lies 4.8 km east-north-east of Harwich (from Harwich: bearing 67°T, OS grid TM 303 347), and is situated south-east of Trimley St Mary village. Historically, Felixstowe's fortunes have been intrinsically linked to the sea, from its early days as a fishing village to its more recent transformation into a major container port, a hub of commerce that hums with a powerful, ceaseless energy. The landscape here, a gentle sweep of coastline meeting fertile agricultural hinterland, has shaped its destiny, from the quiet agricultural pursuits of centuries past to the industrious roar of modern shipping, a testament to its enduring maritime spirit. The character of Felixstowe is perhaps best captured by its expansive seafront, a place where the bracing sea air mingles with the scent of brine and the distant cry of gulls, a constant reminder of its coastal soul. While it boasts no ancient castles or grand abbeys, its Victorian pier, a graceful structure reaching out into the waves, stands as a proud monument to its seaside leisure past. For those who have lived and loved this stretch of Suffolk coast, the name of Sir John Mills, the celebrated actor, might well evoke fond memories, as he was born here, a son of this very soil. The annual Felixstowe Book Festival also draws visitors and authors alike, a testament to the town's vibrant cultural pulse, a quiet celebration of words against the vast backdrop of the sea.

About This Felixstowe Map Page

Explore Felixstowe, Suffolk, with an embedded street and satellite map - switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 51.963661, 1.351739. Live weather conditions and 7-day forecasts are provided through Open-Meteo, while real-time local and world news feeds help keep the page current. Wikipedia and editorial summaries provide additional local information and context.

Location data is sourced from OS Open Names © Crown copyright and database rights 2024, Ordnance Survey, Open Government Licence v3.0, and verified by coordinates.