Welcome to Oulton Broad

Oulton Broad is a small town located in the county of Suffolk, England. It is situated on the edge of the Broads National Park, which is a network of rivers and lakes that are popular for boating and fishing. Oulton Broad is known for its beautiful scenery, with many visitors coming to enjoy the peaceful surroundings and take part in outdoor activities.

One of the main attractions in Oulton Broad is the broad itself, which is a large lake that is popular for sailing and other water sports. There are also several parks and nature reserves in the area, including Nicholas Everitt Park and Carlton Marshes, which offer opportunities for walking and wildlife spotting. The town also has a number of shops, restaurants, and pubs, making it a popular destination for tourists and locals alike.

Oulton Broad is also home to several historic buildings and landmarks, including St. Mark's Church and the Victorian railway station. The town has a rich history, with evidence of human settlement dating back to the Bronze Age. Today, Oulton Broad is a thriving community that offers a unique blend of natural beauty, history, and modern amenities. Whether you are looking for a peaceful retreat or an active holiday, Oulton Broad has something to offer everyone.

Local Schools

School	Details
Dell Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Adele Sinclair	Dell Road Oulton Broad Lowestoft Suffolk NR33 9NU 01502565956 School Website
Elm Tree Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Julia Halliday	Ranworth Avenue Lowestoft Suffolk NR33 9HN 01502562930 School Website
Warren School Academy Special Sponsor Led Ages:3-19 Head Teacher Mr Neil Hutchinson	Clarkes Lane Oulton Broad Lowestoft NR33 8HT 1502561893 School Website
Oulton Broad Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Jamie White	Christmas Lane Oulton Broad Lowestoft Suffolk NR32 3JX 01502565930 School Website
East Point Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Lucy Austin	Kirkley Run Lowestoft Suffolk NR33 0UQ 01502525300 School Website
Westwood Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Rae Aldous	Westwood Avenue Westwood Primary School Lowestoft Suffolk NR33 9RR 01502565673 School Website
Meadow Primary Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Miss Matthew Jordan	Enstone Road Lowestoft Suffolk NR33 0NE 01502574586 School Website
Grove Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Rae Aldous	Framfield Road Carlton Colville Lowestoft Suffolk NR33 8RQ 01502538527 School Website
The Limes Primary Academy Free Schools Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Miss Charlotte Thompson	Lime Avenue Oulton Lowestoft NR32 3BQ 1502449200 School Website
Red Oak Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Heather Madsen	Southwell Road Lowestoft Suffolk NR33 0RZ 01502573509 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Oulton Broad South Beccles Road, Oulton Broad, Suffolk, NR33 8QX 0.23 Miles

Oulton Broad North Bridge Street, Oulton Broad, Suffolk, NR32 3LJ 0.51 Miles

Lowestoft Denmark Road, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR32 2EG 1.72 Miles

Somerleyton Station Road, Somerleyton, Norfolk, NR32 5QN 3.62 Miles

Haddiscoe Station Road, Haddiscoe, Norfolk, NR31 9JA 5.30 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
51 Taxis Ltd - Lowestoft Taxis 515151 01502 515151 Unit 8 Harbour Road Industrial Estate, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR32 3LZ 0.37 Miles
Five One Taxis 01502 566566 Unit 8/Harbour Rd, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR32 3LZ 0.37 Miles
Eazy Travel 01502 560091 6 The Staithe, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR33 9AF 0.58 Miles
Lowestoft Wheelchair Taxis 07960 011080 56 Greenfield Rd, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR33 9EF 0.82 Miles
Greyhound Taxis 01502 583669 35 Britten Rd, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR33 9BW 0.87 Miles
Harbor Cabs 07828 213809 15 Crestview Dr, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR32 4EL 1.49 Miles
Five Six Taxis 01502 565656 109 Oulton Rd, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR32 4QW 1.51 Miles
Bluebird Taxis 01502 565656 109 Oulton Road, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR32 4QW 1.51 Miles
Solebay Travel Airport Transfers 01502 589403 6 Wilson Rd, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR33 0JA 1.57 Miles
Lowestoft Suffolk Airport Taxis 01502 589403 Lantern House, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR33 0JA 1.57 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Oulton Broad Post Office Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Beccles Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bridge Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dixon Drive Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Westland Rd Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cotmer Rd Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
School Rd Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Oulton Broad North Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hall Rd Post Office Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:45 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Romany Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Chestnut Ave Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hawthorne Ave Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hall Rd / Prospect Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Westwood Ave Po Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Kimberley Rd Post Office Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Victoria Road Surgery 01502 572369	82 Victoria Road Oulton Broad Lowestoft Suffolk NR33 9LU
Bridge Road Surgery 01502 565936	The Surgery 1A Bridge Rd,Oulton Broad Lowestoft Suffolk NR32 3LJ
Coastal Health South 01502 565936	1A Bridge Road Oulton Broad Lowestoft Suffolk NR32 3LJ
Rosedale Surgery 01502 505100	Rosedale Surgery Ashburnham Way Carlton Colville Lowestoft,Suffolk NR33 8LG
Andaman Surgery 01502 517346	Andaman Surgery 303 Long Road Lowestoft Suffolk NR33 9DF

Local Stores

Pinwood Avenue
72 Pinewood Avenue
Lowestoft
Suffolk
NR33 9AJ
01502 515052
Store Website
0.61 miles

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SPAR - Lowestoft
96-100 Hall Road
Oulton Broad
Lowestoft
NR32 3NN
01502 587401
Store Website
0.5 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Coastline Veterinary Surgeries
38 Lowestoft Road Carlton Colville Lowestoft Suffolk NR33 8JD 01502 531 999 coastline@cvsvets.com Website 1.43 miles
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London Road Vet Lowestoft Ltd
55 London Road South Lowestoft Suffolk NR33 0AS 01502 572107 office@londonroadvetlowestoft.co.uk Website 1.61 miles
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The Veterinary Surgery
Alexandra Road Lowestoft Suffolk NR32 1PL 01502 572141 enquiries@veterinary-hospital.co.uk Website 1.93 miles

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Coastline Veterinary Surgeries - Village Rise
1 Village Rise Weston Road Lowestoft Suffolk NR32 4PT 01502 573982 coastline@cvsvets.com Website 1.94 miles
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Pakefield Veterinary Clinic
London Road Lowestoft Suffolk NR33 7PG 01502 564656 pakefield2@aol.com 2.30 miles
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Three Rivers Vets
81 High Street Kessingland Lowestoft Suffolk NR33 7QQ 01502 741988 reception.kessingland@threeriversvetgroup.co.uk Website 3.57 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Southwold Common
A Walk In The Backyard If Southwold Reydon Southwold IP18 6GY 9.53 miles Park At Southwold Common

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Bungay And Surrounding Area
Three Circular Walks From Earsham Street Cafe In The Centre Of The Pituresque Waveney Valley Town Of Bungay. There Is A 1 Mile Walk Around The Centre Of The Town, A 2½ Mile Walk Around Outney Common And A 5½ Mile Walk That Takes In Bungay, Earsham And The Bath Hills. 7-9 Earsham St Bungay Lancashire NR35 1AE 11.58 miles

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A Walk In The Saints
A Long Circular Walk Taking In The 2-Moated Buildings In The Area-Either Take A Picnic Or Refresh Yourself With A Pint And A Sandwich At St Peters Hall (Normally Open Wednesday To Sunday But Telephone Beforehand 01986 782288) Abbey Rd Bungay Lancashire NR35 1NL 13.07 miles

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Dunwich Forest
Take The Road To Dunwich From Hinton Five Fingers And There Are Lots Of Walks On Both Sides Of The Road. Ample Free Parking. Walks Are Wooded Mainly, But There Are Lots Of Open Bracken-Ey Areas Too. Wild Ponies Graze In Parts, And There Are Red Deer To Be Seen, Too. Dog Heaven (And Not Too Bad For Humans, Too). 2 Westleton Rd Saxmundham Lancashire IP17 3DE 13.89 miles

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Westleton Heath
Ah Ha! This Is A Lovely Suffolk Walk. Accessible From A Number Of Places, It Includes Heath And Forest. In August The Heather Blazes: Lovely Purple Colour And A Sweet Smell Of Honey. Dogs May Or May Not Be Interested In This, But Love This Walk, Which Has Paths Galore Through Woods And Over Streams, Along Board Walks, Across Fields And Through Moorland. In The Summer, Part Is Lead Only, But There Remain Loads Of Areas Still Open To Off Lead Walking. Dunwich Rd Lancashire 14.69 miles Westleton/Dunwich

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Coastguards Cottages Dunwich Heath
Lovely Heathland, Woods And Beach Owned By The National Trust, And Just By Minsmere Rspb Bird Reserve. A Range Of Walks In Varied Landscapes: Heaven For Dogs! From March To September, Some Areas Are Lead Only But There Are Always Places You Can Let Dogs Off Lead Eg The Wonderful Beach. You Can Link Into Other Footpaths, Including A Lovely 6 Mile Circular Walk Via Minsmere Sluice, Eastbridge And Sizewell Belts. Coastguard Cottages Minsmere Rd Dunwich Saxmundham IP17 3DJ 15.54 miles Near Westleton, Suffolk

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