Beccles

Beccles sits on the banks of the River Waveney in East Suffolk, Suffolk, England, forming a pleasant market town on the western edge of The Broads. Its compact town centre, historic quay and winding riverside lanes give it a strong sense of place, highlighted by the unusual detached bell tower of St Michael's Church and community favourites such as Beccles Lido.

Historically a market and river-trading centre, the town now combines local services, independent shops and tourism - many visitors come for boating, birdwatching and the Broads scenery - while residents commute to larger centres by rail and road, with regular links to Norwich and Ipswich. The social life is lively for its size, with seasonal events, a strong volunteer culture and small businesses anchoring the local economy.