Suffolk Record Office - Lowestoft

 

Who we are

Suffolk Record Office 
Clapham Road 
Lowestoft
NR32 1DR

Telephone: 01502 405357 (Searchroom)
Telephone: 01502 405358 (Public Service Manager)
Fax: 01502 405350
Email: lowestoft.ro@suffolk.gov.uk

Level approach (may be ramped)Access to all public areas (may have a lift)Hearing loopThe main front door at least is automatedAccessible toiletCCTV text magnification Accessibility symbols

Opening times



Monday 9.00am - 5.30pm
Tuesday 9.00am - 7.00pm
Wednesday 9.00am - 5.30pm
Thursday 9.00am - 5.30pm
Friday 9.00am - 5.30pm
Saturday 9.00am - 5.00pm
Sunday 10.00am - 4.00pm
Holiday opening hours

To avoid disappointment, please book film and fiche machines in advance.

What we do

The Lowestoft Record Office handles original documents for the north-eastern parishes of Suffolk.  If you want more information why not get in touch with us?


Whats New at Lowestoft Record Office

  • Free Drop in session for children and families on Sunday 7 June 2009 from 11.00 am to 3.00 pm, to find out about your house.  Have you ever wondered who used to live in your house?  Be your own house detective, and ask for advice from our friendly staff.
  • Guided walk in Oulton Broad on Saturday 13 June.  Cost £5.50 - please book with the Record Office, and ask for details of where to join the walk.


Where we are

The office is situated on the first floor of the library, just off the main shopping area in Lowestoft. It is reached via the A12 from Ipswich and the south, and from Great Yarmouth via the A146 (Norwich) and A143 (Bury St Edmunds) from the west. The office is within easy walking distance of both the bus and railway stations.
The nearest long stay car parks at situated in the Britten Centre and Adrian Road.

Waveney District Car Parks

Useful links

Map of where we are

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