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.
Find Things to Do in Ipswich
Event in Ipswich
Buggery Act / Hello Kitty Fun Land / Baby Bullets
Friday 17th July 2026
The Smokehouse South St, Ipswich
From the Blog on 15 Jul 2026
How to Help Shape Ipswich’s UK City of Culture 2029 Bid
By Press Team
With the final bid submission to the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) coming up fast this August, the…
Event in Ipswich
Sequence Dancing – Social Class
Friday 17th July 2026
Sidegate Lane Community Centre Sidegate Ln, Ipswich
Event in Ipswich
Man V Fat Football Ipswich
Friday 17th July 2026
MAN v FAT Football Ipswich at Inspire Lindbergh Rd, Ipswich
From the Blog on 15 Jul 2026
Four Ipswich Parks Named Among the UK’s Best with Green Flag Awards
By Press Team
Four Ipswich parks have been awarded the coveted Green Flag Award, officially recognising them as some of the very best green spaces in the country.
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.
From the Blog on 14 Jul 2026
Giles Place Secured: New High-Quality, Affordable Homes for Older Residents in Ipswich
By Press Team
Giles Place is now in council hands: 69 purpose-built one-bedroom and studio apartments for older residents who want to stay independent in Ipswich.
Event in Ipswich
PICANTE: NIKI J / JOHNNY G / EIGHTY HD / DJ SPUD
Saturday 18th July 2026
The Smokehouse South St, Ipswich
Event in Ipswich
Bird Walks 2026 – Christchurch Park
Saturday 18th July 2026
Friends of Christchurch Park at Christchurch Park Bolton Ln, Ipswich
Event in Ipswich
Saturday Social Rides – Ipswich Bicycle Club
Saturday 18th July 2026
Ipswich Bicycle Club at Venue 16 Tuddenham Rd, Ipswich
From the Blog on 14 Jul 2026
Unlock the Secrets Behind Ipswich’s Most Mysterious Blue Door
By Sam Sherman
Some of the activities that everyone can get involved in at The Ipswich Institute on Tavern Street Ipswich
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.