Green Jack Brewery

The brewery sits just outside Lowestoft, a working operation where they actually brew the stuff rather than just sell it to you. Green Jack has built a proper following among local ale drinkers, and if you're staying at one of the nearby holiday parks - Azure Seas or Pakefield are practically on the doorstep - it's worth an afternoon visit.

What you get is a chance to see how they make their beers, have a chat with the brewers if they're not too busy, and sample what's on that day. The tasting room has a decent atmosphere, nothing fancy, just straightforward. Some visitors grab a few bottles to take back to their caravan. It's not a theme park experience - this is genuine small-scale brewing in East Anglia, the kind of place that appeals to real ale enthusiasts rather than families looking for a day out.

If you're after specifics, best ring ahead first - opening times and whether they're running tours that week can vary, and some tours book up. It's free to nose around the taproom, but tastings and tours might have a small charge. Realistically, give it an hour and a half unless you're genuinely into the craft side. Worth combining with a walk along Lowestoft's seafront or a pint at another local spot rather than making it a standalone pilgrimage. For holiday park guests at Azure Seas or Pakefield, it's close enough that you won't waste half a day getting there.