This weekend visitors to Felixstowe are being encouraged to celebrate the arrival of a quirky shopping and foodie destination by the beach.

Businesses at Beach Street Felixstowe are hoping for a busy summer, as 2021 becomes the year of the staycation on the Suffolk coast.

Ipswich Star: People enjoying the new Beach Street complex in FelixstowePeople enjoying the new Beach Street complex in Felixstowe (Image: Archant)

Beach Street, which is created solely from shipping containers from the Port of Felixstowe, is thought to be the first seaside 'container complex' attraction in the UK.

Ipswich Star: Beach Street features a number of containers converted into shops and restaurantsBeach Street features a number of containers converted into shops and restaurants (Image: Archant)

Co-owner Charlie Manning said: "Beach Street complements the more traditional tourist spots in our lovely seaside town.

"Being mainly outdoors and just across the road from the beach, it is also an ideal place if people want to ease themselves back into socialising and mingling after lockdown.”

Ipswich Star: Tamar Mayne in front of the Beach Street mural at FelixstoweTamar Mayne in front of the Beach Street mural at Felixstowe (Image: Archant)

Those looking for a bite to eat at the official launch this Saturday can choose from 'dirty' vegan food, New York style pizza and macaroni cheese.

Ipswich Star: Victoria Petchey, owner of The Gallery Box at Beach StreetVictoria Petchey, owner of The Gallery Box at Beach Street (Image: Archant)

Find out more about Beach Street Felixstowe's official launch and fun day on their Facebook page.

Ipswich Star: Tracy Richer, owner of The Waffle Shack at Beach StreetTracy Richer, owner of The Waffle Shack at Beach Street (Image: Archant)