Nestled in the Waveney Valley, in perfect proximity to city and sea - Beccles is without a doubt an ideal location.

Eastern Daily Press: Lee Mason from Beccles Books will be on hand to offer advice and information to visitors.Lee Mason from Beccles Books will be on hand to offer advice and information to visitors. (Image: Archant)

The quaint aesthetics of the market town, coupled with eclectic shopping makes it a desirable place for locals and tourists.

Enjoy Beccles More dug through the archives to find what local businesses add to the heart and soul of the town.

Eastern Daily Press: Jenny Hardwick from Twyfords with Beccles Boat cakes.Jenny Hardwick from Twyfords with Beccles Boat cakes.

Eastern Daily Press: (left to right) John Sapsford, Sean Chambers and Richard Rose outside the Butchers in Beccles.Pic : Nick ButcherCopy: Louisa KentonFor:BBJEDP pics © 2003 Tel: (01603) 772434(left to right) John Sapsford, Sean Chambers and Richard Rose outside the Butchers in Beccles.Pic : Nick ButcherCopy: Louisa KentonFor:BBJEDP pics © 2003 Tel: (01603) 772434

Eastern Daily Press: Vanessa and Paul Kisby are set to open a new traditional style sweet shop in Beccles called 'Sweeties'Picture: Nick ButcherVanessa and Paul Kisby are set to open a new traditional style sweet shop in Beccles called 'Sweeties'Picture: Nick Butcher (Image: Archant © 2018)

Eastern Daily Press: Christine Pinsent with two Bought In Beccles bags at Saxon, Beccles.Christine Pinsent with two Bought In Beccles bags at Saxon, Beccles. (Image: Archant © 2010)