Though Ness point itself isn’t exactly brimming with facilities or things to do, there’s plenty of places to eat and things to see and do in the area.
The North Denes:
The large expanse of grass located just north of Ness Point, past the BirdsEye factory, is known as the North Denes. The Denes were where Lowestoft’s fishermen would dry and repair their nets. Nowadays it makes a great place to let the kids run about, especially if it’s been raining and Ness Point itself is slippery.
Along the edge of the Denes, you can see some of the remains of the many ships that have been wrecked off the coast of Lowestoft, including a huge anchor which was brought up by the last salvage vessel to operate from the town.
This patch of ground is one of the most historically significant sites in Lowestoft, so take a moment to imagine what it would have been like with hundreds of fishermen all working on their nets here.
Sparrows Nest Gardens:
Only a couple of hundred metres inland from Ness Point, the Sparrows nest Gardens have been a part of Lowestoft life for over a century.
Overlooked by Lowestoft’s glorious lighthouse, Sparrows Nest Gardens offers refreshments, leisure space and some beautifully kept parkland. With the Sparrows Nest Snack Bar plus the Sparrows Nest pub itself in the park, this is a great destination if your trip to Ness Point has given you an appetite.
If you’re looking for an interesting walk to or from Ness Point, try the Lighthouse path, which leads all the way down from the lighthouse to the Sparrow’s Nest, offering wonderful views of Ness Point and the North Sea beyond.
North Lowestoft:
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Just up the cliff from Ness Point is Lowestoft’s historic Northern Quarter. Centred on the Triangle Market and the Triangle Tavern, the North of the town is the place for quirky, eclectic shops, tasty treats from all over the world, plus the chance to enjoy some great British afternoon tea at the uniquely charming No Place Like Home cafe.