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
Chest / The Portland / Sam Milne and The Tyrants
Saturday 10th October 2026
The Smokehouse South St, Ipswich
From the Blog on 8 Oct 2026
Halo moves to Willis Building with 1,000 graduate job goal
By Press Team
As major company Halo moves its HQ the Ipswich, the article reintroduces the investment made in the town with quotes from relevant parties
Event in Ipswich
Saturday Social Rides – Ipswich Bicycle Club
Saturday 10th October 2026
Ipswich Bicycle Club at Venue 16 Tuddenham Rd, Ipswich
Event in Ipswich
Ipswich Park run – Christchurch Park
Saturday 10th October 2026
Park Run at Christchurch Park Bolton Ln, Ipswich
Event in Ipswich
Kesgrave parkrun
Saturday 10th October 2026
Park Run at Kesgrave War Memorial Community Centre and Sports Hall
From the Blog on 8 Oct 2026
Extra help for Ipswich smokers as local rates hit 21 per cent
By Press Team
Support services on offer as stoptober approaches for helping to quit smoking in Suffolk
Event in Ipswich
Teacher’s Pets Netball Club – Juniors – U11’s
Saturday 10th October 2026
Teacher’s Pet Netball at Kesgrave High School Main 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.
Event in Ipswich
Professional, confidence building fun classes for 4-16 year olds
Saturday 10th October 2026
iPerform Academy at Kesgrave War Memorial Community Centre and Sports Hall
Event in Ipswich
South Suffolk Young Voices Children’s Choir
Saturday 10th October 2026
Northgate Arts Centre Sidegate Ln, Ipswich
From the Blog on 7 Oct 2026
King Street Cinema: Ipswich’s Community Cinema with a World of Stories to Share
By Samantha Sherman
a blog highlighting the brilliantly independent king street cinema in Ipswich town centre with a shout for membership and volunteers
Event in Ipswich
Ashtanga Yoga (18+) | Open
Saturday 10th October 2026
DanceEast Foundry Ln, Ipswich
From the Blog on 6 Oct 2026
New plans to restore Wolsey’s Gate as project enters next phase
By Press Team
Professor Jenny Higham leads the next phase of Ipswich's Wolsey 550 project, focusing on the conservation of Wolsey's Gate and…
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.