This week marked a significant moment for Lowestoft as we proudly launched our new Investment Prospectus at UKREiiF (UK Real Estate Investment & Infrastructure Forum), one of the UK’s leading events for regeneration, investment and development.
The launch provided a powerful platform to present Lowestoft’s ambitious vision to a national audience, bringing together developers, investors, partners and decision-makers from across the country. Over the past few days, our team has taken part in a series of meaningful, high-quality conversations, all centred on the opportunities that exist here in our town.
A Strong Reception
The response to Lowestoft’s presence at UKREiiF has been overwhelmingly positive. Our new Investment Prospectus has successfully captured attention, clearly setting out the scale of opportunity across key sectors including offshore energy, tourism, regeneration, housing and innovation.
Importantly, it has enabled conversations that go beyond initial introductions, discussions rooted in genuine interest, commercial viability and long-term partnership potential. From established developers to emerging investors, there has been a shared recognition that Lowestoft offers something unique: a combination of strategic location, sectoral strength and a clear ambition for sustainable growth.
A Clear Opportunity
There is a real opportunity ahead for Lowestoft. With major regeneration projects already underway, a growing reputation as a centre for offshore and renewable energy, and a strong pipeline of development sites, the town is well-positioned to attract further investment.
UKREiiF has reinforced that message. It has demonstrated that Lowestoft is not just open for investment, but ready. Ready with a compelling story, ready with deliverable opportunities, and ready to work collaboratively with partners to unlock its full potential.
Building on Momentum
While the event itself has been a key milestone, it is by no means the end of the journey. Instead, it marks the beginning of the next phase.
The focus now shifts to building on this momentum—continuing those conversations, strengthening relationships, and turning interest into tangible outcomes. This means maintaining visibility, sharing our story widely, and ensuring that Lowestoft remains front-of-mind for those looking to invest in places with ambition and opportunity.
Continuing to Tell the Lowestoft Story
At the heart of everything is the Lowestoft story - a story of transformation, resilience and opportunity. From its rich maritime heritage to its growing role at the forefront of the UK’s clean energy future, Lowestoft has a narrative that resonates.
Through Think Lowestoft, we will continue to champion that story. We will highlight our opportunities, celebrate our successes, and showcase the people, projects and partnerships that are shaping the town’s future.
We are also thrilled to now be able to share our new Investment Prospectus publicly. You can explore the full document and discover the opportunities Lowestoft has to offer here:
👉 Lowestoft Investment Prospectus
UKREiiF has given us a valuable platform. Now, we are taking that energy forward, ensuring that the conversations started this week lead to lasting benefits for Lowestoft, its businesses and its communities.
Since March 2022, the Get Suffolk Reading programme has been actively working in Lowestoft with a passionate focus on improving literacy. By supporting children’s wellbeing and aspirations, and encouraging greater parental engagement, the programme aims to make reading for pleasure a part of everyday life in the community.
Get Suffolk Reading is community-driven, collaborating with local people and organisations to inspire a lasting love of reading. Over the past months, the team has delivered creative and fun projects that have engaged children and families across the town. To stay updated on their work, please follow them on Facebook. Their achievements so far have been made possible thanks to the generous support of local charities, businesses, creatives, and residents.
Leading this effort is project manager Sally Connick, who is eager to connect with more passionate Lowestoft locals. If you’re well-connected and committed to giving everyone in the town the best chance in life, the Lowestoft Ambassador Group is an ideal fit to champion literacy. This vital work spans all areas of community life - from sports and leisure, retail, arts and culture, to education, health, and the voluntary sector.
There are different ways to get involved as a Literacy Champion:
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Light touch: Help spread the word by sharing information from newsletters or connecting the project with new people or groups across town.
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Medium involvement: Assist with distributing thousands of free books, suggest project ideas, or support events by reading stories or handing out flyers.
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More involved: Lead or develop new projects and activities that encourage literacy and reading for pleasure.
For more information about becoming a Literacy Champion, please read this document. Sally also offers a 30–40 minute training session, available online or in person, to support all Literacy Champions.
If you would like to help ensure every child in Lowestoft has easy access to books and the chance to enjoy reading, please sign up as a Literacy Champion today by completing the Lowestoft Literacy Champion Registration Form. After registering, you’ll be contacted about the training session.
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