The Olive - Lowestoft

17/02/2026

🌿 If you’re feeling a bit lonely… The Olive is here for you. 🌿

If life has been feeling quiet lately, or you’re finding yourself spending more time alone than you’d like, please know this — you’re not the only one, and you’re always welcome at The Olive.

You don’t need a reason to pop in.
You don’t have to join an activity straight away.
You don’t have to know anyone.
Just come as you are. 💛

At The Olive, you’ll find:
☕ A warm, friendly place to sit
🍽️ Affordable home‑cooked meals
😊 People who are happy to say hello
🎲 Activities you can join if and when you feel ready
🤝 A community that genuinely cares

Whether you stay for five minutes or a whole afternoon, you’re part of the family the moment you walk through the door.
If today feels hard, we get it.

If you’re nervous about coming in, we understand.
But you’ll always find a warm welcome waiting for you — right here in the heart of Lowestoft, next to the library.

You don’t have to feel alone.
Come and be with us at The Olive. 🌿💛

16/02/2026

🌿 We’ve got another jam‑packed week for you here at The Olive! 🌿
There’s plenty happening, so come along, get involved, and enjoy some great company:
Monday 🎉 Hoy Bingo from 1:30pm — a fun start to the week!

Tuesday 🎬 BIG Screen Cinema Screening — grab a seat and enjoy the show!

Wednesday 🦋 Suffolk Wildlife Trust join us from 9:30am for hands‑on fun, learning, and activities. 🎱 Followed by Bingo at 1:30pm.

Thursday 🧩 Scrabble Club at 9:30am — friendly fun for all levels. 💆 Relaxation Session from 1:30pm — a perfect midweek reset.

There’s always something happening and always a warm welcome waiting for you. We hope to see you this week at The Olive, right next to the library in the heart of Lowestoft. 💛

15/02/2026

🥄 Check out next week’s menu coming to The Olive from Monday!

Plus, don’t forget — we have daily specials for you to enjoy!

Here’s what’s cooking:
🍽️ Monday: Pie of the Day – Ham & Leek
🍽️ Traditional Tuesday: Chicken Cobbler
🍽️ Wednesday: Your Midweek Roast
🍽️ Thursday – Curry Club: Chicken Tikka

All our delicious home‑cooked meals are just £5.50. ❤️
To book your meal, simply pop in and order before 11am on the day,
or give us a call: 01502 561438
📍 You’ll find The Olive right in the heart of Lowestoft — next to the library.
We can’t wait to see you!

13/02/2026

As we wrap up another fantastic week, we just want to say a huge thank‑you to everyone who joined us, supported us, and brought their wonderful energy into our community space.

Here’s a little look back at what we got up to:
🎉 Monday: Hoy Bingo kicked the week off with plenty of laughs
🤝 Tuesday: Age UK were on hand offering support and advice, and we also welcomed East Suffolk Fire Service for some informative safety advice.
🎶 Wednesday: The brilliant Vanessa filled The Olive with music, followed by our Vinyl Social then after lunch Bingo – such a great day!
💆 Thursday: A calming relaxation session helped everyone unwind and reset.

🥗 All Week: Delicious, affordable food, smiles all around, new connections made, and friendships blossoming.

It’s weeks like this that remind us why community matters. 💛
So… what will next week bring?
Stay tuned — we can’t wait to share it with you!

08/02/2026

🍽️ Next Week at The Olive — Delicious Daily Specials for Just £5.50!

Looking for tasty, budget‑friendly meals and a warm, welcoming place to enjoy them?

Next week’s menu at The Olive is packed with comforting classics and great value — perfect for good food and good company.

✨ Monday – Classic Pies
Homemade Mince & Onion served with all your favourites.

✨ Tuesday – Traditional Favourites
Hearty Mince & Dumplings to warm up your week.

✨ Wednesday – Mid‑Week Roast
A proper roast dinner that always hits the spot.

✨ Thursday – Curry Club
This week’s curry: Chicken Tikka — full of flavour and fantastic value.

All this for a value‑busting £5.50 per meal!

📞 How to Order
Order on the day before 11am at the café bar,
or call us in advance on 01502 561 438.

Come enjoy great food, friendly faces, and a cosy place to spend your day — we can’t wait to welcome you!

05/02/2026

🎉Make Your Monday Matter with Hoy Bingo at The Olive! 🎉

Looking for a fun, relaxed way to kick off the week?

Join us every Monday at 1:30pm for Hoy Bingo

🟣 Easy, enjoyable bingo suitable for everyone
🤝 A welcoming place to meet new people
💷 Budget‑friendly fun in a cosy setting

Whether you’re a bingo regular or trying it for the first time, you’ll feel right at home. Bring a friend — or come along solo and make some new ones!

👉 See you Monday at The Olive for an afternoon full of smiles!

04/02/2026

📖✨ Try Something New — Morning Poetry at The Olive! ✨📖

Looking to start your day with something a little different?

Join us for our first ever Morning Poetry Session at The Olive, featuring the wonderful Hugh Lake.

Enjoy a cosy, relaxed atmosphere where you can listen, reflect, and ease into the day with gentle inspiration and great company.

📝 Hosted by poet Hugh Lake
☕ A calm and creative start to your morning
🤝 A friendly space to meet others and try something new

👉 Join us this Thursday from 10:30am.
📍 You’ll find us in the heart of Lowestoft, located right next to the library.

Whether you're a lifelong poetry lover or just curious, you’ll be warmly welcomed.
Come along and begin your morning with words, warmth, and community at The Olive.

03/02/2026

🌿 Another lovely day at The Olive! 🌿

Today we enjoyed our very first pop‑up shop, full of the most beautiful houseplants that brought a touch of colour and calm to our space. It was wonderful seeing everyone browsing, chatting, and choosing their favourites to take home.

Afterwards, we shared a delicious lunch together — good food and even better company. And to top it all off, the afternoon was filled with live music that had toes tapping and smiles all around. 🎶💚

Thank you to everyone who joined us

We can’t wait to do it all again soon! 🌼✨

02/02/2026

New plans are bringing fresh opportunities for connection and creativity 🌿

"A community hub in Lowestoft has unveiled a "bumper calendar" of events throughout February, with highlights including guest art sessions, live music, and support services."

We also continue to proudly offer homemade meals for just £5.50, making it a warm and affordable space for people to gather.

Read the full article below 👇

https://www.lowestoftjournal.co.uk/news/25802070.fresh-opportunities-olive-lowestoft-2024/Read

New plans are bringing fresh opportunities for connection and creativity.

30/01/2026

🥔 Serving Up Jacket Potatoes – Every Friday at The Olive! 🥔

End the week with something simple and satisfying!

Every Friday from 12pm, we’re serving up freshly baked jacket potatoes – hot, hearty, and just £5.50.

Get them while they’re hot and enjoy a cosy lunch in our friendly community space.

📍 The Olive – your community space for friendship and affordable meals.

29/01/2026

🌿 Another wonderful day here at The Olive! 🌿

We’re always delighted to see our lovely community come together, and today was no exception.
Did you know we regularly welcome a range of organisations who offer face‑to‑face support, guidance, and a friendly chat?

This morning we were joined by:
✨ Citizens Advice
✨ Age UK
✨ Norfolk & Suffolk Victim Support

It’s all part of making The Olive a warm, supportive place where everyone is welcome.

Pop in, have a cuppa, and see what’s happening next! 💚