For everything to do, see and celebrate in Ipswich, there's Ipswich.love
Ipswich is a brilliant town. Sure, it has its challenges, but it can sometimes feel like it gets used as a political football, rather than getting the praise, support and celebration it deserves. Ipswich.love is a not-for-profit CIC and is the home of promoting events in Ipswich, engaging with, and connecting communities.
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LGBTQ+ Karaoke
Thursday 23rd July 2026
The Suffolk Punch Norwich Rd, Ipswich
From the Blog on 22 Jul 2026
Pride in Place Chairs Appointed As Whitehouse And Stoke Park Boards Take Shape
By Miranda Acres
Pride in Place has reached a new milestone in Ipswich, with Chairs now appointed for the Whitehouse and Stoke Park…
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Yoga class
Thursday 23rd July 2026
Ipswich Borough Council at Gainsborough Sports & Community Centre Brazier's Wood Rd, Ipswich
Event in Ipswich
Indoor Cycling Class
Thursday 23rd July 2026
Ipswich Borough Council at Whitton Sports Centre
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Adult Ballet & Tap Dance Classes – Tap
Thursday 23rd July 2026
The Suffolk Academy of Dance and Performing Arts (SADPA) at Castle Hill URC Church Dryden Rd, Ipswich
From the Blog on 22 Jul 2026
Ed Sheeran, Brian Eno and Nandi Bushell among first Ambassadors announced for Ipswich 2029
By Press Team
Ipswich 2029 has today announced its first Ambassadors, a group of well-known names who are passionate about championing the town’s…
Event in Ipswich
Quiz Night at the Man on the Moon
Thursday 23rd July 2026
Man on the Moon Palmcroft Rd, Ipswich
Love Letter to Ipswich
For the love of accountability and aspiration
By Lynn Turner
A love letter to Ipswich and its potential — one resident's years of challenging perceptions and raising the county town's game.
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Tea and Toast
Friday 24th July 2026
Landseer Road Methodist Church Landseer Rd, Ipswich
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The People’s Community Garden – Fridays
Friday 24th July 2026
ActivLives at The People’s Community Garden Halifax Rd, Ipswich
From the Blog on 22 Jul 2026
Pride in Place Has Moved Into The Community. Here’s How To Have Your Say.
By Miranda Acres
Pride in Place has moved into its next stage in Whitehouse and Stoke Park & Chantry. The early phase was…
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Junior Tennis Sessions 5-8 Yrs Fridays 9-10
Friday 24th July 2026
Ipswich Borough Council at Roundwood Lawn Tennis Club Salmet Cl, Ipswich
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BSSG Drop-in, Community Cafe and Library
Friday 24th July 2026
BME Suffolk Support Group (BSSG)
From the Blog on 20 Jul 2026
Our weekly pick of events in Ipswich – July 20 2026
By Press Team
What’s On in Ipswich: Fantastic Events to Look Forward to This Week Whether you are a lifelong resident of our…
Love Letter to Ipswich
For The Love of Creative Opportunities
By Sammi Wong
A love letter to Ipswich and second chances — from a childhood of art prizes to finding creative opportunity later in life.
Meet the team
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. A passionate member of Ipswich.love. Born, bred and choosing Ipswich. Huge supporter of Ipswich’s bid for City of Culture 2029. Mum to two amazing women, nanny to a beautiful baby girl, and humble servant to Romeo the rescue dog.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.