Did you know?

John Constable, great great grandson of the famous painter, was elected President of the Felixstowe Art Group in 1974 and following his death at the age of 73 in September 2002. Probably not much use if you are looking for a painter and decorator in the area.

Find the tradesperson, service or outlet you need on the Local List here… or be the first painter and decorator serving the Felixstowe area to join our Local List.

Add your business to our Local List directory here, it is free and easy to use.

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Today's Peninsula sunrise: 06:42

Today's Peninsula sunset: 18:55

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Tide Times:

03:03 4.21m

08:39 0.48m

15:15 4.24m

21:09 0.23m

All clear on the Strand

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Weather:

Early low cloud, along with any mist or fog gradually clearing, giving a sunny morning with light winds. Long periods of warm sunshine continuing through the afternoon. Maximum Temperature 24c, low of 11c

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Orwell Bridge:

Open

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Quote of the day:

"Decorate your home. It gives the illusion that your life is more interesting than it really is."

—Charles M. Schulz

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Joke of the day:

How do painter and decorators stay warm?

They add another coat.

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Today's supermarket shop openings:

Co-op Hamilton Road – 10.00-16.00

Co-op Wadgate Road – 07.00- 20.00

Co-op High Road West - 08.00-2300

Co-op King Street – 08.00-23.00

Co-op Walton High Street – 06.00 – 23.00

Morrison's – 10.00 – 16.00 (petrol 08.00-22.00)

Tesco Metro – 10.00-1600

Sainsbury's Warren Heath – 10.00-16.00

Lidl Langer Road 10.00 – 16.00

Lidl Haven Exchange 10.00 – 16.00

Respect social distancing rules and treat shop staff with respect.

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This weeks' surgeries and dispensary times:

Closed until Monday. Call 111 for medical advice.

Felixstowe Community Hospital (458820)

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Travel info:

Live travel updates:

Train times and traffic hold ups

Bus services:

Check here for Monday to Saturday timetable

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Add your business or community group to our Local List

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Our daily Breakfast Briefing is very popular but we are always striving to improve the experience for you. If you have any suggestions for inclusion please email [email protected]

This also includes anyone who want to send us a photo to use, we are always happy to credit the picture with your name.