Event in Ipswich
Animals in the Art Gallery
Friday 3rd May 2024
Christchurch Mansion Soane St, Ipswich
From the Blog on 2 May 2024
Great customer service, face-to-face, with Fred. Olsen Travel
By Clare Tailby
Fred. Olsen Travel is a local independent family-owned travel agent with a high rate of repeat customers who have a reputation for providing excellent service and great value for money. Founded in 1988, the company has grown from strength to strength with 20 branches in East Anglia, the South coast and Sussex with plans to […]
Event in Ipswich
A Peep into the Past
Friday 3rd May 2024
Friends of Ipswich Museums (FoIM) at Christchurch Mansion Soane St, Ipswich
Event in Ipswich
Art at the Heart of Ipswich
Friday 3rd May 2024
The Ipswich Art Society at Suffolk Archives Fore St, Ipswich
From the Blog on 23 Apr 2024
Lashings World XI vs St Joseph’s College
By helenwright
Heroes of Cricket, World Renowed Lashings XI celebrity lunch followed by Cricket match with St Josephs College, ipswich.
Event in Ipswich
Quiz Night at the Briarbank Bar and Brewery
Friday 3rd May 2024
Briarbank Brewery Fore St, Ipswich
Love Letter to Ipswich
For the love of our creativity and warm welcomes
By Danielle Hopkinson
The Stained Glass Studio has been at its Stoke Street site for 27 years, with Stoke Bridge Workshops being launched 5 Years ago.
Event in Ipswich
‘Making it Count’ exhibition
Friday 3rd May 2024
The Ipswich Art Society at University of Suffolk
From the Blog on 11 Apr 2024
Ipswich Choral Society – A momentous 200th anniversary occasion!
By Sam Sherman
January 2024 saw a major milestone for Ipswich Choral Society, reaching 200 years since the formation of the society.
Event in Ipswich
Art Exhibition at Christchurch Mansion
Friday 3rd May 2024
The Ipswich Art Society at Christchurch Mansion Soane St, Ipswich
Event in Ipswich
Exhibition: Art at the Heart of Ipswich
Friday 3rd May 2024
Suffolk Archives Fore St, Ipswich
Event in Ipswich
May Coffee Morning
Friday 3rd May 2024
Future Female Society at The New Wolsey Theatre Civic Dr, Ipswich
From the Blog on 8 Apr 2024
Pub Quizzes in Ipswich
By James Kindred
Are you on the hunt for a fun, engaging way to spend an evening with friends, or perhaps looking to test your trivia knowledge in Ipswich?
Love Letter to Ipswich
For the love of unsung heroes
By Friends from Soka Gakkai International
Ipswich is an unsung hero, with many wonderful aspects which are not always appreciated. We want to focus on the positives and the beauty.
Event in Ipswich
Tennis at your pace
Friday 3rd May 2024
St John’s Tennis Club Ipswich Westbury Road, Ipswich
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Singing for the Soul
Friday 3rd May 2024
Emmaus Suffolk -The Royal Oak Felixstowe Rd, Ipswich
Event in Ipswich
Family Disco
Friday 3rd May 2024
Stone Lodge Community Centre Hawthorn Drive, Ipswich
From the Blog on 5 Apr 2024
What’s on at DanceEast?
By James Kindred
On the Ipswich Waterfront you'll find one of the UK's most vibrant and creative dance centres for performances and learning: DanceEast.
Event in Ipswich
Nonsuchdjs at The Spread Eagle
Friday 3rd May 2024
The Spread Eagle 1-3 Fore St, Ipswich
Event in Ipswich
Family Bingo @ Ipswich Wanderers FC
Friday 3rd May 2024
Ipswich Wanderers FC
Love Letter to Ipswich
For the love of being a Suffolk baby
By Lily Hammond
Like most Suffolk babies, I was born in ipswich hospital in 1998, it’s where I started life. I grew up and lived between Suffolk and London
From the Blog on 2 Apr 2024
Ipswich’s First Open-Air Eid Al Fitr
By Ruman Muhith
In a landmark event for the community of Ipswich, the serene beauty of Christchurch Park's mansion lawn will witness a historic moment
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‘Old Skool’ – Live music !
Friday 3rd May 2024
Briarbank Brewery Fore St, Ipswich
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Dadrock – Ultimate Classic Rock Night
Friday 3rd May 2024
Alternative Ipswich at St Stephens Church St Stephens Ln, Ipswich
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Ipswich Annual Open Art Exhibition
Saturday 4th May 2024
The Ipswich Art Society at St Clements Arts Centre Fore St, Ipswich
From the Blog on 10 Mar 2024
Spill Think Tank Live – 2024
By James Kindred
Spill's Think Tank Live runs from March 21st 2024 - July 13th 2024 with a range of live events for all ages and interests.
Event in Ipswich
Bird Walks 2024
Saturday 4th May 2024
Friends of Christchurch Park at Christchurch Park Bolton Ln, Ipswich
Love Letter to Ipswich
For the love of the superblues
By Carole Burman
My Dad was born in Suffolk, just outside Woodbridge and moved away when he was 18 to join the Metropolitan Police Force.
Meet the team
Lily Hammond
Lily Hammond is the founder of Uwu Studio in Ipswich, where she combines her talents as an artist and designer to focus on community-based initiatives. Through workshops, public art, and collaborations, Lily aims to make the arts approachable and meaningful for all. She’s not just creating art; she’s building a community where everyone feels welcome.
Ben Driver
Ben is an artist, curator and hairdresser with a background in delivering creative community projects across Ipswich. They are the Founder of Guy Cry Club CIC, an organisation using art to diversify the dialogue on masculinity and mental health. Ben is also an ambassador for MANUP? a local charity breaking down the stigma surrounding men’s mental health.
Miranda Acres
Miranda has been a Freelance Marketing and Design Consultant for more years than she cares to remember. Co-founder of the Ancient House project – breathing life back into one of Ipswich’s most iconic, heritage buildings and supporting small businesses. A passionate member of Ipswich.love. Born, bred and choosing Ipswich.
James Kindred
James lives in Ipswich and has been a graphic designer and founder for the last 25 years. He specialises in branding, startups, guerilla marketing and effectively frustrating authority figures to deliver results. James is also co-chair of the Suffolk Autism Strategy board and a board advisor to R;ipple, a suicide prevention charity.
Cordelle Sheldon
Following a career which took her to one of the big 4 Consultancy firms working with a variety of global clients and then the University of Suffolk, Cordelle is now a freelance business advisor. Cordelle has held voluntary postions with the social mobility charity, Career Ready. She has lived in Ipswich for over 20 years and has a long affinity with the town.
Helen Oldfield
Helen Oldfield is Director of a PR & communications consultancy called Affinity PR & PR Coaching. She’s been self employed for 20 years. A former Citizens Advice CEO, now she’s Co-Director of the neurodiversity movement, Neurodelicious CIC. Helen’s PR business focuses on not-for-profits, state education, travel & tourism, arts & culture, community health & wellbeing.
Marcus Harris Noble
Recently returned Ipswich native Marcus has nurtured a career in both independent media, project development and programme delivery in local government and the social and charitable sectors. Alongside this, he maintains an active presence in the creative industries through numerous roles in film, television, music, radio and online production.
Our Mission
We are Inclusive
We value diversity and strive to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for all community members of Ipswich, not just the centre.
We are Collaborative
We believe in the power of collaboration and seek to work closely with other organisations and individuals who share our vision.
We are Innovative
We are committed to finding new and innovative ways to support Ipswich's growth and cultural importance.
We are Responsive
We are responsive to the community's changing needs and are committed to adapting our approach as needed.
We are Accountable
We are accountable to our donors, partners and the community and strive to maintain the highest standards of transparency, integrity and ethical conduct..
We are Proactive
We proactively seek opportunities to contribute to Ipswich's growth and cultural importance.