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| 178-179-180-181-182-183 after flats High Street | 
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No178-179-180 If you look at the map to the side, No178 is the second property up from the corner of Osborne Street. All this terrace was demolished to make way for Shadbroke House in the 1950's. No178 was the home of Robert Gamble, a Dairyman in 1865 and in 1900 a Mr Henry Pratt who was a Harness Maker. / 13 February, 2026 |
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Meeting weekly at The Land, Denmark Roademail info@northlowestoftmensshed.org / 12 February, 2026 |
| 61 62 High Street | 
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The former bank is a grade II listed late 18th century building with a late C19 facade with rusticated quoins. Dentilled hoods on scrolled consoles over the door and lower windows give the appearance of a substantial building / We love our brilliant gadgets and gizmos – until they stop working. That’s why our experts are here for you 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. / 11 February, 2026 |
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The Polemical Brothers present your vinyl. The idea is a simple one. You bring your vinyl records. The Brothers play them. The equipment - ie the needle and arm - is good. / 11 February, 2026 |
| 27 High Street | 
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No26 You can see in the current picture No 26 is now part of the pub, but back in 1865 it was the home of a Joseph Hammersley who was a fish merchant in the fish market. In the first history picture you can see it between the damage candy shop and the Royal falcon No27 / 2 February, 2026 |
| 28 High Street | 
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One of Lowestoft's Our Fallen lived here... / Property company / 1 February, 2026 |
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Once you have your materials and tools, clear and level an area 4m sq with the front positioned for the view and optimising the sun. / 31 January, 2026 |
| 68 High Street | 
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No68 / 24 January, 2026 |
| 146 High Street | 
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The Wesleyan Chapel was located between No145 and No147 and was built in 1862 and operated as a Methodist Church. Moving on 42 years to 1908 the Chapel decided to erected at a cost of £4000 a Sunday School. The Wesleyan Society movement was formed in Lowestoft in 1761, under the patronage of Mr John Wesley who started preaching on a spot in Martin's Score. / 24 January, 2026 |
| 36 High Street | 
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A "full frontal” of No. 36 High Street - the oldest house in Lowestoft (a pity about the parked car) and the town’s only Grade II* (two-star) listed domestic building. Of mid-late 15th century origins, with a series of later modifications, this dwelling is a gem. / A private residential building / 24 January, 2026 |
| 65 high street | 
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The shop in 1865 once belonged to Eager Norman Lark who ran it as a boot and shoe makers. In 1932 it became Pearks dairies limited selling provisions and finally David King outfitters before it was closed and converted into flats CREDIT: Lowestoft High Street, The Butcher, The Baker and The Candlestick Maker by Crispin Hook 2016 Get the book / 21 January, 2026 |
| 66 High Street | 
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In 1900 No66 was Arthur Victor Allen's shop and he was a tobacconist, By the 1930's it was still a tobacconist but this time it was run by Stanley Browne. By 1967 the shop had become a confectioner's, it spent the 1990's as a Christian bookshop with a hair salon above accessed by the passage way between it and number 66. / Lowestoft’s first small group personal training studio. Building strength, corrective exercise, wanting you to come for the fitness, gain your confidence & stay for the community. / 21 January, 2026 |
| 67 High Street | 
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Current Address: 67 High Street Old Address: Not changed in centuries East or West Side: East side When built: Photographic evidence indicates that this three storey terrace containing Numbers 67 to 69 High Street was probably erected in the late 1870s or early 1880s. No 67 being the northernmost. The shop front dates from around 1900. / 1000s of designs and custom work to choose from Clean and friendly environment and fully registered Excellent hourly rates / 21 January, 2026 |
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"In 1865 the shop was recorded as Thomas Parker, Linen draper and by the 1880's when the first picture was taken the shop had become William Nobbs, watch makers and jewellers, I like how if you study the picture the join between 51-52 is still the same. / Hair beauty and aesthetics academy / 20 January, 2026 |
| 147 High Street | 
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No147a / Specialists in colouring,cutting & up do's. / 18 January, 2026 |
| 107 High Street | 
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Formerly No. 3 Old Nelson StreetBy 1900 the shop had passed to Harry Sanker who was also a Fruiterer and Florist. Recorded in the Kelly's Directory of 1932 the shop belonged to E. S. M. Francis who was also a Fruiterer and Florist. After the Second World War the shop became Home Radio / More than just a haircut, it's a relaxing social experience with our friendly stylists / 13 January, 2026 |
| 133b High street and 50 Dukes Head Street | 
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The building started out life as Brett's and Sons and he sold house furnishings, but by the 1950's the building was taken over by Percy Wigg. He opened this business soon after the Second World War in Brett's and Sons old building on the corner of the High Street and Dukes Head Street. / MarkG Bistro Wine Bar uses local, rustic, seasonal and sustainable British ingredients, with menus created on a daily basis offering the freshest market dishes. / 11 January, 2026 |
| 145 High Street | 
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No145 in 1900 was the location of Hepworth and Sons Ltd who traded as Clothiers and with keeping with the theme in 1932 Holgates had moved in with their Tailoring business. During the 1950's the International Tea Company Stores had moved in and knocked through to No144. / Currently being restored / 11 January, 2026 |
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Christine favourite rhubarb and ginger gin liquor 100mlGinger vodka 100mlGinger beer 200mlStem ginger, slice orange / 22 December, 2025 |
| 141-142 High Street | 
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In 1865 the shop belonged to Mr John Watson Ling who ran the shop as a Plumbers and his occupation was listed as a Gas Fitter. By the 1880's his son Mr John Guild Ling had turned the shop into an Artists Colour and Paperhanging Store and if you look at the 2nd picture you can just make out Ling on the blind. / Carla and staff welcome you - Hand picked fabric perfect for Dress Making Haberdashery Crafting Quilting AO Pattern Printing Available / 19 December, 2025 |
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One of Lowestoft's Our Fallen lived here... Watson’sGarage/ BP / 8 December, 2025 |
| 154-158 The Town Hall | 
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No154 / Architect John Louth Clemence / 6 December, 2025 |
| 93 High Street | 
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By 2016 No93 was Flax, Cafe, Bar but in 1865 it was Joseph Flood, Printers and Stationers with Alfred Kent, Solicitor having his offices in the rooms above. / family café, bar & restaurant is where comfort meets craft! Serving locally roasted coffee, amazing breakfasts/brunches/ dinners, along with our creative cocktails in a warm, relaxed setting. / 2 December, 2025 |
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Most northerly of the town’s original footway-only scores, with its southern wall carrying a Grade II listing from Historic England because of its architectural and historical worth. It consists of brick and flint masonry dating from the 17th century in the lower courses, with 18th and 19th century work above. / This score is situated near the Town Hall and considered to be the most picturesque with its pointed arch at the top framing a view of the sea. / 26 November, 2025 |
| 12 High Street | 
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No12 in 1865 was Mrs Mary Hunt, Lodging House. At 12 High Street we have William Roll and family - marine store dealer and a boarder:Revd Cyril Herbert Harvey - clerk in Holy Orders CREDIT: 1911 censusSee also Lost End of High St———————— / The Town Green was originally a northward extension of the High Street but the space on which the green now stands was created out of property destruction and damage caused by WW2 air raids, and on / 24 November, 2025 |
| 15 High Street | 
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In 1841 this was described in the Tithe Apportionment as being a “house and garden” owned and occupied by a Lowestoft-born, 45 year-old widow, Elizabeth Curtis. Elizabeth also owned land to the east of her garden stretching down to Whapload Road. This was used as a “twine ground” and occupied by a twine-spinner named William Masterson. / The Town Green was originally a northward extension of the High Street but the space on which the green now stands was created out of property destruction and damage caused by WW2 air raids, and on / 24 November, 2025 |
| 14 High Street | 
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In 1841 the property was own by Caroline M. Hubert and Harriet Smith. Described as being a “House & Garden” it was connected by a narrow reserved right of way which connected it to Whapload Road – this was shared with No. 15 to the immediate south. / The Town Green was originally a northward extension of the High Street but the space on which the green now stands was created out of property destruction and damage caused by WW2 air raids, and on / 24 November, 2025 |
| 13 High Street | 
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The listing for The Rectory is between number 12 and number 14 - hence equates to number 13.Edward Lowry Henderson, Rector of Lowestoft, and his family lived there (he was later Dean of St Albans) CREDIT:1911 censusPreviously The impressive rectory for St Margarets Church, No13 as of 1940 was the Transport Ministry offices. / See also Lost End of High St / 24 November, 2025 |
| Light House 01a High Street | 
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THE LIGHTHOUSE / 19 November, 2025 |
| 108 High Street | 
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One of Lowestoft's Our Fallen lived here... Formerly No. 4 Old Nelson Street / Chloe Ray offers a friendly atmosphere of old school drinking with a new school feel. / 13 November, 2025 |
| 99 High Street | 
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When it was built No99 started out its life as one shop and not how it is now by being No99-99a. Back in 1876 the whole shop was Adam. J. Adams, grocery and Provisions and in 1900 its still Adam Adams grocer's. Based on the attached photo there was a photographic studio here in 1915 / Oliver's Way will be a cozy café with a twist. A safe space for parents and carers to bring children with SEND. / 29 October, 2025 |
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Lowestoft Houses – 16th-18th Century The most commonly mentioned items of interior decoration during the later part of the 16th century, in the houses of the merchants and the better-off / 6 October, 2025 |
| 64 High Street | 
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One of Lowestoft's Our Fallen lived here... / Specialise in both new and pre owned musical equipment, meaning you’ll always find something of interest in stock. / 3 October, 2025 |
| 74 High Street | 
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In 1865 the shop was John Foreman and he had it open as a Brazier (a worker of brass). By 1900 the shop had become a Provisions Dealer run by Charles Thompson. In the Kelly's Directory for 1932, Arthur George James had opened the shop as a Fruitier's, but by 1967 Miss E Lane had reopened it as a Fancy Goods Dealer. In 1980s Jive Records, Proprietor Pete Duckett —- / 3 October, 2025 |
| 132 High Street | 
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You can see the 2nd picture is the old building before it was rebuilt into the one on the left. In 1865 the shop was run by Robert Riches who ran it as a Tobacconist and along with his wife who worked from the shop as a ladies Hat maker. In 1900 the shop became a Barbers run by Rackham and Barnard. / Andy and Colette welcome you to..Strings & PagesMoral of The Story Bookstore / 3 October, 2025 |
| Maltsters Score | 
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Yet again, another of the old town’s access paths between the High Street and the Denes, but one which seems to have gone out of use at some point during the late 17th-early 18th century and become part of the site of what is now No. 88 High Street - whose plot once ran down the cliff-face as far as Whapload Road. / This Score leads down between distinctive “crinkle crankle” walls. / 22 September, 2025 |
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A view of St Peter’s court being built in 1968 ——- To commemorate its history the path to the side is called Wesley Chapel Lane. CREDIT:Norman Drew / 22 September, 2025 |
| 144 High Street | 
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In 1865 the shop was a Linen Draper's run by Mr Christopher William Wiseman, but in 1932 in the Kelly's Directory it had Stead and Simpson Ltd running their Bootmakers and Shoe shop from here. During the 1950's the shop was knocked through into 145. The International Tea Company Ltd had moved in and the shop operated as a grocer's. / maybe part of larger shop. / 22 September, 2025 |
| 140 High Street | 
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In 1900 Mr Ernest John Blake ran his solicitor business from this address, but by 1932 the Kelly Directory has Mrs Wren running her Post Office from this address until she moved to No53. By the 1950's, Mr Gooch had moved in and was running his driving tuition business from the shop. As you can see the shop today is Mr M. G. / 22 September, 2025 |
| 139 High Street | 
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In 1865 the shop is recorded as the High Street Post Office with Thomas Pratt as postmaster, but by 1932 Kelly's Directory the shop has changed its use to Wrens Limited whose main business was as a saddlers but by the 1940's the shop had changed its business to a Sports Shop. / Hair extensions, acrylic nail enhancements gel nail polish manicures and pedicures, individual semi permanent eyelash extensions wedding and special occasion hair. / 22 September, 2025 |
| 138 High Street | 
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In 1865 Mr George Corbyn was running the shop as a Clothier but the building was rebuilt from the one you can see above, you can see the original building opposite. Once it was rebuilt it became Geneva House and the grand cast iron clock was erected sometime in 1885. In the Kelly's directory of 1932 the shop had been taken over by Mr S. / 22 September, 2025 |
| 137 High Street | 
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As it explained on the previous page both No136-No137 were Mr Edmund Fisher Crake Jewellers shop. Recorded in the Kelly's Directory of 1932 Mr Ernest Whiteley has set up shop as a Tobacconist. During the 1950's the shop was Mr F. Leech's Fruit and Greengrocers shop, by 1965 the shop had become Louise, Ladies Outfitter's. / Jamie looks forward to welcoming you to this new tattoo parlourOn Facebook / 22 September, 2025 |
| 136 High Street | 
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In 1865 Edmund Fisher Crake operated his business from both No136 and No137 and was as follows: -Gold and Silver smith and Watch makers, Working Jeweller, Opticians and fancy Repository (Branch at 22 London Rd). In 1932 the Kelly's Directory has George Butcher and Son operating their Picture Framing business from the address. / Skin specialist and facial therapist - Georgia and her team look forward to welcoming youInstagram / 22 September, 2025 |
| 89 High Street | 
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No89 in 1865 was Adam and Smith, Baker's and Confectioner's, but by 1900 Thomas Francis Burgess had taken over the business from Adam and Smith. In the Kelly's Directory of 1932 George W Porter had taken over and was running his Confectionery business from this address until in 1940 when Hubert Bingham started his Pastry shop from No89. / Spice Den is a traditional family run restaurant, situated in the market square. We offer a wide variety of traditional Asian dishes guaranteed to tantalise the taste buds. / 22 September, 2025 |
| 87 High Street | 
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One of Lowestoft's Our Fallen lived here... / 22 September, 2025 |
| 85-86 High Street | 
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No85 / 22 September, 2025 |
| 84 High Street | 
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No84 in 1865 belonged to Reuben Christinas Cook and the census has him down as a Bill Poster, when the 1st picture was taken around 1932 the shop belonged to William George Uridge who was a Confectioner and ran the shop as The Kandy Kabin. The 1967 Kelly's Directory has, Mr G. Thacker running the shop and the following advert was listed in the local press. / 22 September, 2025 |
| 82 83 High Street | 
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No82 / Chris and his team are keen to welcome you. Come and explore their range of exotic fabrics from India and beyond / 22 September, 2025 |
| 81 High Street | 
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In 1865 No81 was the home of Thomas Mitchell's Tailors shop but by 1900 John Farman had taken over the shop and it had become a Boot and Shoemakers. In 1932 the shop had changed hands and was now Tom Battrick Bootmakers shop and carried on into the 1970's. / 22 September, 2025 |
| Wilde Score | 
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Wilde‘s Endowed School opened in 1788 (for the education of forty local boys) - in a long delayed implementation of the will of John Wilde (gentleman) of 1735. The original school building still stands on Wilde’s Score and is the HQ of the Lowestoft Heritage Workshop Centre. Wilde’s School continued in use up to the wartime evacuation of Lowestoft children in June 1940. / Named after the Wilde family who lived in the Flint House from 1588 to the 1740's when John Wilde left in trust, money for the building of a schoolhouse for the free education of boys from fis / 22 September, 2025 |
| 80 High Street | 
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When built: The building was erected in 1586 and over the door is a plaque bearing that date with the initials W.M. for William and Mary Wilde. Brief history/features: This Grade II listed building with its fine knapped flint façade remained in the Wilde family well into the 18th century. / 22 September, 2025 |
| 79 High Street | 
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As you can see from the current picture No79 ls now Kenny's Barbershop / A Modern and traditional barbershop / 22 September, 2025 |
| 77-78 High Street | 
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No77 is long gone as it has been absorbed into No78, but in 1865 No77 was James Taylor's Boot and Shoemakers shop. In 1900 Edward John Bungard has taken over the shop and was running it as a Hosier and Haberdasher. In 1932 Alfred Woolner operated his building firm from No77-78, listed in 1967 Creative Hairdressing had taken over the building. / At 77 78 High Street, Creative Hairdressing - professional and friendly salon based in Lowestoft. “Life isn’t perfect but your hair can be” CH / 22 September, 2025 |
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Uncle Sids / 14 September, 2025 |
| Boots Opticians | 
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| 72 High Street | 
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Mayfly / 12 September, 2025 |
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Trinity Methodist ChurchHigh StreetLowestoftSuffolkNR32 1HU / 12 September, 2025 |
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| Industries Related to Farming – 17th & 18th Century | 
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Malting and brewing Much of the barley grown in Lowestoft would have been used to make malt, the light soils in the parish producing the thin-skinned, mealy type of grain / 8 September, 2025 |
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Makes 4 drinksIngredients: / 7 September, 2025 |
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Lowestoft, 1550-1750: Development and Change in a Suffolk Coastal Town by David ButcherA detailed history of the town of Lowestoft, its society, economy, / 5 September, 2025 |
| 95 98 High Street | 
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This shop is made up from four different shops which had been knocked through into one large unit, as far back as 1865 No95 was the offices of the Suffolk Mercury and John Thomas Hendly was their chief reporter. In 1876 No96 was Mr William and Henry Brand shop which they ran as a Tailors and Outfitters. / We bring you the aromatic and traditional food from all over Turkey 01502473232 for bookings / 24 August, 2025 |
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| 176 High Street | 
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East Anglia Portrait Co. 176 High Street, Lowestoft (Kelly's Suffolk Directory 1908/1912/1916, Aubrey's Suffolk Directory, 1916In 1932 the Kelly's Directory has the shop down as belonging to a Mr Frank Leech who ran the shop as a Florist. Moving on to 1940 and Mr Frank Leech is still there but now he is listed as a Fruiterer and stayed up to the 1960's. / Tandoori restaurant and takeaway / 17 August, 2025 |
| 22n23 24 25 High Street | 
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Was "The Candy Shop"CREDIT:Peggy Mcgregor - Candy Shop - number 25 - circa 1950 as that was when I think my parents bought it (this is from their album) / 17 August, 2025 |
| 149 High Street | 
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No149 was once the site of the Crown and Anchor Public House/Hotel but by 1932 when it appears in the Kelly's Directory the building had become Herbert Stebbings and Sons Ltd, Wine and Spirit Merchants. The 2nd picture taken in 1998 shows the building being The Antique and Carpenters Shop but roll on two years to the picture on the right and it has become Pyramid, the Egyptian shop. / Thai massage, which originated in India, has been around for over 2,500 years. / 17 August, 2025 |
| 50 High Street | 
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Another Conder trading token, dated 1852, which I recently purchased. Ling the Draper was located on the High Street, in Osborne House (No. 50). / 17 August, 2025 |
| 122 High Street | 
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In 1865 No122 was recorded as a Fancy Repository run by Peter James Bensley and by 1932 the shop had become a Clothier simply called Bradley's. During the 1950's the shop was recorded as a Confectioner's run by Mr J. E. Mallett and was open right up to the 1960's when it became the Rendezvous Cafe run by Mr R Whinney. / Gary and Debra look forward to welcoming you to this convenience store. We have various offers in store on a daily basis / 17 August, 2025 |
| 54 High Street | 
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During one morning in 1852, the serenity and peace of the High Street was upset when the newly fitted glass front window was nearly smashed when a runaway horse and cart narrowly missed the front of Devereux Brothers when it turned out of Crown Street and turned south down the High Street. / 17 August, 2025 |
| Pagoda 360 | 7 August, 2025 | |
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17:35 20 5yr old scouts arrive..Explore what has happened to seedlings planted last time (via newly mowed path)Split into 4 groups / 28 July, 2025 |
| Lighthouse Score | 
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During the late 16th and early 17th century, there was a tannery located on either side of the bottom of the score - which wasn’t described as such, but referred to as a common way. / Score is still there / 28 July, 2025 |
| 135 High Street | 
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Starting in 1865 the shop was still joined to No134 and was Robert Smiths Corn Chandler, but sometime after the family which owned the building fell out and the building returned to how it is today. In 1900 the shop was Mr Alfred Musson Jewellers and fancy repository, whatever a fancy repository is? / 27 July, 2025 |
| 134 High Street | 
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In 1725 the building started out its life as a Cordswainers (Shoe Makers) under the ownership of James Postle, but in 1745 the shop had passed to Simon Spicer who rented it from Mr Postle and set up his Coopers business. Between 1756-1776 the Coopers business passed to Samuel Hobbins with Thomas Tripp taking over from him in 1776-1809. / one of the few remaining traditional haberdasheries in the country. After the 2020 Coronavirus crisis forced our shop to close, we set up this shop to keep our customers knitting! / 27 July, 2025 |
| 69 High Street | 
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| Rant Score | 
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This has the distinction of being the only one of the original scores, still in use, which seems to have retained a name going back to the late 16th-early 17th century. Though, like a number of the others, it is referred to in the manorial records as a “common score” - the word common having the legal sense of being available for use (without impediment) by all and sundry. / Here, in 1643 Cromwell met the local Royalist gentry and captured two cannons together with arms and ammunition. / 27 July, 2025 |
| Rant score Garden Before After | 25 July, 2025 | |
| 100 High Street | 
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In 1865 John Chapman was running his printing and stationery business from No100, John Chapman was the main reporter for the Lowestoft paper printed every Friday. He was still there in 1876 and in his advert it say's, Book Seller, Stationer, Printer and Publisher of the Eastern Daily Times and Lowestoft Reporter. / The most easterly bicycle shop in the UK. / 22 July, 2025 |
| 56 57 High Street | 
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No57 started out its life as two shops with one being No56, in 1865 Arthur Stebbings ran a stationers and printers at 56 and Stephen James Rudram ran his Tailors at 57. By 1900 the shop has just become No57 and Dotesio and Todd had taken over the printing business from where they published their Lowestoft Visitor guide books. By 1932 M. F. / . / 16 July, 2025 |
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This Sourz-inspired drink is quick and easy to make, and gives a great impression with its vibrant purple colour. / 13 July, 2025 |
| 172 High Street | 
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The building in the current picture in 1932 according to the Kelly's Directory was a shop run by Mr G. Parr and Son. His shop was run as a picture framers. From the 1950's the shop was Sunor Ltd who were paint distributors and carried on in the shop until the1970's, when it became flats. / 13 July, 2025 |
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| 167-168 High Street | 
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No167 / 13 July, 2025 |
| 105-106 High Street | 
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Formerly No. 1 and No. 2 Old Nelson Street. In 1913 it opened as Cosy Corner Cinema. Destroyed by fire in 1960 it was extensively rebuilt and became Tom Watts Furnishings. It was Texas Homecare and then Frank Colby Sports. By April 2019 it was occupied by Emperor Chinese restaurant. / We love Hong Kong homemade food!! Golden Castle has temporarily closed during the current lockdown. (as of 28/12.2021) / 12 July, 2025 |
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Two of Lowestoft's Our Fallen lived here... Karl Arnold and Spencer Ashenden / 11 July, 2025 |
| 51 High Street | 
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In 1865 No51 is recorded as a Confectioners run by John Robert Cooper and by 1900 it had passed to his son Robert Cooper Junior and the shop in 2016 was a baker's. In the Kelly's Directory of 1932 the shop has passed to Brewsters which is a bakers, pastry-cooks and restaurant. In 1967 the business has passed to Matthes ltd, you can see this in the 2nd picture. / Children and baby accessories Charlotte and her staff are here to help / 11 July, 2025 |
| 169 High Street | 
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In 1932 Mr John. S. Butcher was running No169 as a fishmonger's. In the 1940 phone book he is still there but now he sells poultry as well as fish. In 1952 the shop had passed to Dobson Fisheries but by the 1967 Mr D. A. Richardson had set up his Veterinary practice in the building. In 2016 the building is still a vet's but now is knocked through into No170. / 4 July, 2025 |
| 133a High Street | 
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Before it was The Old Blue Anchor Public House you can see from the 2nd picture from the 1880's it was just called the Blue Anchor. You can see from this picture No124-125-126 which were knocked down to make way for the new town hall which never got built because of the cost but the council decided this after they knocked them down. / Inspired by British and European influences & specialising in fish & seafood; MarkG uses local, rustic, seasonal and sustainable British ingredients, with menus created on a daily basis off / 30 June, 2025 |
| Retired NHS Womens Talk | https://lowestoftoldandnow.org/sites/default/files/inline-images/women10%20Medium.jpeg / 3 June, 2025 | |
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INGREDIENTS 260ml Vodka130ml Simple Syrup200ml Lemon Juice fresh squeezed1 splash Grenadine SyrupMaraschino Cherry and Lemon Slice for garnish / 1 June, 2025 |
| Greenhouse / Bar / Storage Project | 
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Biitumin paint / 1 June, 2025 |
| Margery Fry | 
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ACHIEVEMENTS: first woman to serve as a justice of the peace in Lowestoft. In 1921, she was among the pioneering women appointed to this esteemed position. / 31 May, 2025 |
| Sunroom transform | 29 May, 2025 | |
| shower room | 23 May, 2025 | |
| test | / 12 May, 2025 | |
| Stanley Tucci's Negroni | 
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RecipeIngredients2 shots gin1 shot sweet vermouth1 shot CampariDirections / 11 May, 2025 |
| 62 Bloody Screwdriver | 
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RecipeServes 4 / 10 May, 2025 |
| 76 High Street | 
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In 1865 the shop was run by Robert Smith as a Provisions Dealer, by 1900 the shop had become John List shop and he specialised as a Sewing Machine repairer and agent for Singers. The Kelly's directory shows that Miss Dorothy M Watson ran it as a Chemist and by 2016 it is Admiral Tees. / We are able to print or embroider onto any number of garments no order is too small or too large. / 3 May, 2025 |
| Mayfly Garden for the Community | 
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Many of you will be aware of our ongoing efforts to improve the land to the rear of the Mayfly. Despite running battles with flytippers, we’ve made huge progress, and we’re keen to keep going. / 7 April, 2025 |
| Green paint | 6 April, 2025 | |
| 88 High Street | 
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Around the 1850's No88 was the Jolly Maltster Public House, but listed at this address in 1865 Henry Mobbs Jr was running his Butchery business. (His brother William ran the other shop in Tanning street) By 1932 the Kelly's Directory has the Singer Sewing Machine Co at the address, but by 1967 G and PJames was running his Ladies Hairdressers from this address. / 4 April, 2025 |
| 127 High Street | 
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No127-128-129 / English run barbers shop, child friendly, Playstation 5 free to enjoy / 25 March, 2025 |
| wall before after | 24 March, 2025 | |
| test sort mother | NameSurname MotherBaptismBurialRemarks4? / 18 March, 2025 | |
| Beach Erosion Pakefield 1906 | 
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Coastal erosion (South beach, Lowestoft) 1906-2023 approx 200m! / 15 March, 2025 |
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The Triangle Tavern, home to Green Jack Beers and a juke-box-less front bar, starts a new season of eccentric Quiz Nights. 1st prize - the potThe 2nd Prize – good question / 13 March, 2025 |
| Tequila Sunrise | 
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Master the art of a classic tequila sunrise, with grenadine, tequila, triple sec, orange juice - and of course a cocktail cherry and umbrella as garnish / 8 March, 2025 |
| The Hanging Gardens of North Lowestoft | 
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by Susan Steward and Harry Grainger / 6 March, 2025 |
| test55 | / 26 February, 2025 | |
| Sgroppino | 
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The Sgroppino, a delightful combination of prosecco, vodka, and sorbet, is a refreshing summer drink originating from Venice. / 22 February, 2025 |
| test66 | Occupational /social group1560-1599 / 17 February, 2025 | |
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We use https://web.archive.org/save (having logged in so outlinks are ticked) / 15 February, 2025 |
| Both Sides, Google Maps and Analytics | Adapt both sides view to work with Contextual filter (WhichSide) benefit 1 view does all streets no hard coding yay / 14 February, 2025 | |
| Reference Existing, Walks | Issues a plenty today (6hrs) / 13 February, 2025 | |
| Name, Colours, Team building | 13 February, 2025 |