History
History of Felixstowe
Felixstowe is a seaside resort and port with a long history. The town came into being when the River Orwell was made navigable in 1877, and the original port was at Walton, but it soon moved to its present location. Felixstowe contains features that are typical of Victorian seaside resorts, including a promenade, seafront and pier.
River Orwell was made navigable in 1877.
Felixstowe came into being when the River Orwell was made navigable in 1877.
The first port to be built on the river was at Walton-on-the-Naze, but it soon moved its operations to its present location because of a storm which destroyed most of its facilities in 1905. The first Felixstowe Pier opened in 1892 and was extended several times until it reached 1,600 feet (488 m) long in 1906; this remains one of Britain’s longest pleasure piers today.
The original port was at Walton, but it soon moved to its present location.
The port was originally at Walton, but it soon moved to its present location. The reason for this was because of the construction of the Orwell Bridge in 1877 which made it more accessible by road and rail.
The new location was also more accessible because it was closer to the railway lines, which allowed goods to be transported more easily than they had been previously at Walton.
Victorian seaside resorts.
Felixstowe is a seaside resort on the North Sea coast of Suffolk, England. It has been popular as a holiday destination since the mid-19th century when it became a fashionable health resort for wealthy people from London seeking to avoid the city’s smog and soot.
The town contains features that are typical of Victorian seaside resorts, including a promenade, seafront and pier. The town also has several museums:
- Felixstowe lifeline Museum
- Felixstowe Museum
- Felixstowe Ferryboat Museum
- Landguard Fort
Felixstowe’s Pier.
The first pier was built in 1869, but destroyed by a storm in 1905; it was replaced with a wooden structure which stood until being replaced by an iron pier in 1911.
The second pier was built at the same time as the new railway station, and this remains today as one of Felixstowe’s landmarks.
The railway line from Ipswich to Felixstowe.
The Bishops Line was a railway line between London and Lowestoft via Harwich. It was opened in 1882 but closed in 1965. The name was derived from the fact that the Bishop of Norwich, who had been a member of the Great Eastern Railway (GER), had been influential in promoting its construction.
The Battle of Britain.
During World War II, the town became an important strategic point during the Battle of Britain. The port was used to move troops, equipment and supplies across to France. It was also used as a base for anti-aircraft guns to defend against air raids on London by German planes.
The Luftwaffe bombed Felixstowe in 1940 but did not cause significant damage because they were aiming at nearby Harwich (which they hit).
In 1941, Spitfires were stationed at Martlesham Heath which is now part of RAF Station Coltishall; these would often be scrambled from there to intercept enemy aircraft over Felixstowe docks or patrol nearby airspace.
Felixstowe is a seaside resort with a long history as a port.
The town’s name is derived from the Latin word Felix, meaning “happy”, a reference to the town’s famous sandy beach. The town grew rapidly as a seaside resort after 1823 when it became a railway terminal, with trains running along what is now known as the Felixstowe Branch Line. It has been claimed that Captain John Smith visited the area in 1580 and 1581 and named it “Felixstow” or “Felix Harbour”, although there is no historical evidence for this claim.
Common Problems with Felixstowe Homes and Businesses.
Felixstowe was originally an important port for shipping salt and later sugar beet, but these industries declined after World War II and were replaced by engineering industries related to aviation; most of which closed down during the 1980s recession.
If you live in Felixstowe and your home or business is at risk of dampness, it’s not just because of the sea air. It could be because of a problem with your house rendering.
When compared to inland homes, those facing the sea are likely to be battered by increased wind-driven rain when compared to inland properties. This can cause problems like mold and mildew growth, which can lead to health issues for occupants and damage to the property itself.
If you suspect that your exterior rendering needs replacing, it’s best to get it fixed or replaced as soon as possible.
