Oulton Broad Suffolk Map

About Oulton Broad

Oulton Broad, a jewel in East Suffolk's crown, reflects the gentle shimmer of its namesake waterway. It lies 2.9 km west of Lowestoft (from Lowestoft: bearing 273°T, OS grid TM 519 932). The broad itself, a widening of the River Waveney, is a serene expanse where the skies often paint themselves in hues of rose and gold as the day draws to a close, lending a quiet grandeur to the suburban fringes. Boats, their masts like slender fingers reaching for the heavens, lie moored along the banks, a testament to Oulton Broad's enduring connection with the water. Beyond the immediate allure of the broad, the area carries a pleasing sense of ordered domesticity, with gardens that speak of patient cultivation and pathways that invite a contemplative stroll. The air here, especially on a mild afternoon, can carry the faint, sweet scent of honeysuckle, a simple pleasure that anchors the mind to the present moment.

About This Oulton Broad Map Page

Explore Oulton Broad, 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: 52.478601, 1.708357. 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.