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The Sizewell nuclear power stations (A, B and the proposed C), the Leiston Abbey ruins, Aldeburgh nearby, and a small Suffolk town defined by its nuclear power relationship
A little history
Leiston has had an extraordinary relationship with nuclear power since Sizewell A opened in 1966. The town has lived alongside nuclear power stations for over 50 years. Leiston Abbey, a ruined Premonstratensian monastery, predates the nuclear industry by 700 years. Aldeburgh, one of Suffolk's finest towns, is a short drive.
The Leiston Abbey ruins are free and beautiful. Aldeburgh is 5 miles — one of Suffolk's great coastal towns. The RSPB Minsmere reserve for outstanding birdwatching. The Long Shop Museum for the industrial heritage.
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Leiston has local cafes. Aldeburgh nearby has outstanding independent food. Local Suffolk seafood throughout.
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Sizewell nuclear industry is the economic anchor. Nuclear tourism and the Aldeburgh connection bring visitors. Local businesses serve the community.
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Leiston is a place in Suffolk known for the Sizewell nuclear power stations (A, B and the proposed C), the Leiston Abbey ruins, Aldeburgh nearby, and a small Suffolk town defined by its nuclear power relationship. Leiston has had an extraordinary relationship with nuclear power since Sizewell A opened in 1966. The population is around 5,500.
Leiston has local cafes. Aldeburgh nearby has outstanding independent food. Local Suffolk seafood throughout.
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Roam covers Leiston and the surrounding area in Suffolk, including Aldeburgh, Saxmundham, Aldringham, Knodishall, Friston, Theberton, Sizewell and Coldfair Green.
