A family fun day took place at Felixstowe today to celebrate the first weekend of Beach Street opening - a new attraction created using disused shipping containers from the port.

Ipswich Star: Camron, Dominic, Jacob and Roxanne at Beach Street in FelixstoweCamron, Dominic, Jacob and Roxanne at Beach Street in Felixstowe (Image: CHARLOTTE BOND)

Located in Sea Road, the new attraction offers a unique collection of shops and food outlets close to the seafront.

Ipswich Star: Beach Street in Felixstowe held a summer fun dayBeach Street in Felixstowe held a summer fun day (Image: CHARLOTTE BOND)

There is live music from MJSoul, Phaze 2 and Adam Thomas until 6pm today.

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There have also been fitness demonstrations, a bouncy castle, and trampolines plus a climbing wall.

Ipswich Star: Trampolining performance at Beach StreetTrampolining performance at Beach Street (Image: CHARLOTTE BOND)

There is also street art from Wings, Octopus, and Peddly Steve, who is making quirky items out of wood.

Ipswich Star: Peddley Steve making quirky items out of woodPeddley Steve making quirky items out of wood (Image: CHARLOTTE BOND)

Food options at the new venue include 'dirty' vegan food, New York style pizzas and macaroni cheese.

Ipswich Star: Beach Street in Felixstowe held a summer fun dayBeach Street in Felixstowe held a summer fun day (Image: CHARLOTTE BOND)

Families flocked to Beach Street today, making the most of the sunny weather.

Ipswich Star: Rita, Tommy, Charlie, George, Kay and Oscar the dog at Beach Street in FelixstoweRita, Tommy, Charlie, George, Kay and Oscar the dog at Beach Street in Felixstowe (Image: CHARLOTTE BOND)