It’s time we give Ipswich the love it deserves.

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 and inviting guests to write positive articles or love letters to our town.

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A Peep into the Past

Event in Ipswich

A Peep into the Past

Wednesday 18th September 2024

Friends of Ipswich Museums (FoIM) at Christchurch Mansion Soane St, Ipswich

18
Sep
Businesses and education unite by creating skills fair for young people

From the Blog on 18 Sep 2024

Businesses and education unite by creating skills fair for young people

By Suffolk New College

The FutureSkills Fair on 4 Nov 2024 aims to inspire young people by showcasing career opportunities in Suffolk.

DiGBY and Beattie’s Adventure

Event in Ipswich

DiGBY and Beattie’s Adventure

Wednesday 18th September 2024

Ipswich Borough Council at The Cornhill The Cornhill, Ipswich

18
Sep
Art Exhibition

Event in Ipswich

Art Exhibition

Wednesday 18th September 2024

Frame Workshop & Gallery St Nicholas St, Ipswich

18
Sep
Ipswich Top-Up Shop

Event in Ipswich

Ipswich Top-Up Shop

Wednesday 18th September 2024

Ipswich Top Up Shops at St Mary le Tower Church Tower St, Ipswich

18
Sep
A fresh look at the Ipswich Transport Society – come, join us!

From the Blog on 17 Sep 2024

A fresh look at the Ipswich Transport Society – come, join us!

By Sam Sherman

Formed in 1957 as the Ipswich Land Transport Society, the ITS is still going strong, currently meeting once a month and still retaining some of the original founders as members. An early venture into the preservation and restoration of road vehicles with a local connection grew into the Ipswich Transport Museum, which was divested in […]

Ipswich Top-Up Shop

Event in Ipswich

Ipswich Top-Up Shop

Wednesday 18th September 2024

Ipswich Top Up Shops at Triangle Church, Ipswich Dickens Rd, Ipswich

18
Sep

Love Letter to Ipswich

For the love of spreading your wings.

For the love of spreading your wings. - Ipswich.love

By Gary Pope

If a man who has lived in one of the most revered cities in the world can see all the glorious beauty of Ipswich, then anybody can.

For the love of spreading your wings.
John Ferguson – An Eye For Life

Event in Ipswich

John Ferguson – An Eye For Life

Wednesday 18th September 2024

Christchurch Mansion Soane St, Ipswich

18
Sep
Kids & Carers Hub

Event in Ipswich

Kids & Carers Hub

Wednesday 18th September 2024

Emmaus Suffolk -The Royal Oak Felixstowe Rd, Ipswich

18
Sep

From the Blog on 15 Sep 2024

What is MAN v FAT?

By Sam Sherman

Since starting in 2017, MAN v FAT Football has made a significant impact on men’s health in Ipswich. The programme, which combines football with weight loss, is proud to offer its services in the town, helping men improve their health and wellbeing. The first club in Ipswich was a turning point for many men looking […]

Brick Wonders: Around the World with LEGO® Bricks

Event in Ipswich

Brick Wonders: Around the World with LEGO® Bricks

Wednesday 18th September 2024

The Hold – Suffolk Archives Ipswich Fore St, Ipswich

18
Sep
Let’s Get Crafty – Brick Wonders

Event in Ipswich

Let’s Get Crafty – Brick Wonders

Wednesday 18th September 2024

The Hold – Suffolk Archives Ipswich Fore St, Ipswich

18
Sep
Nourish

Event in Ipswich

Nourish

Wednesday 18th September 2024

Eastern Angles at Eastern Angles Gatacre Rd, Ipswich

18
Sep
The Ipswich Choral Society, proudly singing since 1824!

From the Blog on 12 Sep 2024

The Ipswich Choral Society, proudly singing since 1824!

By Sam Sherman

The Ipswich Choral Society is a friendly choir of around 100 members. It is the second oldest Choral Society in England, having been formed in 1824. The Suffolk Chronicle records that the Ipswich Choral Society was founded 24 January 1824 with about 20 members. The newly formed society met on Tuesdays once a fortnight to […]

Love Letter to Ipswich

For the love of skating rinks and Ipswich Summers

For the love of skating rinks and Ipswich Summers - Ipswich.love

By Julie Oldring

I loved my Ipswich Summers, we used to cycle down to Broomhill Swimming Pool, have the morning in the water and have a picnic lunch in Broomhill Park after, pure magic!

For the love of skating rinks and Ipswich Summers
Ipswich Top-Up Shop

Event in Ipswich

Ipswich Top-Up Shop

Wednesday 18th September 2024

Ipswich Top Up Shops at St. Mary & St. Botolph Whitton Whitton Church Ln, Ipswich

18
Sep
Ipswich Top-Up Shop

Event in Ipswich

Ipswich Top-Up Shop

Wednesday 18th September 2024

Ipswich Top Up Shops at St. Peter’s Stoke Park Stoke Park Dr, Ipswich

18
Sep
Ipswich Top-Up Shop

Event in Ipswich

Ipswich Top-Up Shop

Wednesday 18th September 2024

Ipswich Top Up Shops at St John the Baptist Church Cauldwell Hall Rd, Ipswich

18
Sep
Did you know how many ways you can look after your health in lovely Ipswich – for free?

From the Blog on 11 Sep 2024

Did you know how many ways you can look after your health in lovely Ipswich – for free?

By Sam Sherman

Have you ever taken a walk around Ipswich and noticed the beautiful parks, traditional architecture and gorgeous churches? There will be more of an expert than me who can tell you about these wonderful parts and history of Ipswich. But what I can tell you is that by walking in nature you can significantly improve […]

New Angles Youth Theatres

Event in Ipswich

New Angles Youth Theatres

Wednesday 18th September 2024

Eastern Angles Gatacre Rd, Ipswich

18
Sep
Chinese for Beginners

Event in Ipswich

Chinese for Beginners

Wednesday 18th September 2024

Suffolk New College at Suffolk New College

18
Sep

Love Letter to Ipswich

For the love of all shapes and sizes

For the love of all shapes and sizes - Ipswich.love

By Wendy Sheppard

Wendy Sheppard writes about her love for Ipswich. "I love Ipswich for its buildings ... not just the obvious landmarks that such as the WTW building ..."

For the love of all shapes and sizes
An Evening with Medium Hannah Macintyre

Event in Ipswich

An Evening with Medium Hannah Macintyre

Wednesday 18th September 2024

Venue 16 Tuddenham Rd, Ipswich

18
Sep
Discover GeoIpswich: geological ages within walking distance.

From the Blog on 1 Sep 2024

Discover GeoIpswich: geological ages within walking distance.

By Sam Sherman

GeoSuffolk’s new, free leaflet focusing on the geology of our townscape will be launched at St Peters by the Waterfront on September 14th to celebrate Heritage Open Days. It is the latest in a series of leaflets we have written on the geology of Suffolk – all on our website. There is such a wealth […]

Brick bats and truncheons: crime, protest, and the policing of nineteenth century Ipswich.

Event in Ipswich

Brick bats and truncheons: crime, protest, and the policing of nineteenth century Ipswich.

Wednesday 18th September 2024

The Ipswich Society at Museum Street Methodist Church Museum St, Ipswich

18
Sep
Lloyds Avenue Redevelopment

Event in Ipswich

Lloyds Avenue Redevelopment

Thursday 19th September 2024

Ipswich Borough Council at Ipswich Town Hall King St, Ipswich

19
Sep
Student Union Freshers week prep – UOS

Event in Ipswich

Student Union Freshers week prep – UOS

Thursday 19th September 2024

Do Good Volunteers at University of Suffolk

19
Sep
New college leisure programme offers everything from Italian to Instagram

From the Blog on 31 Aug 2024

New college leisure programme offers everything from Italian to Instagram

By Suffolk New College

A new adult learning programme will offer people the chance to study everything from Instagram to Italian.

Crochet at Craftability

Event in Ipswich

Crochet at Craftability

Thursday 19th September 2024

Craftability St Lawrence St, Ipswich

19
Sep

Love Letter to Ipswich

For the love of Bunny-bout and Ipswich Mountain

For the love of Bunny-bout and Ipswich Mountain - Ipswich.love

By Lucy Slater

Ipswich you are a very unique place, one which I will always hold dear to me and I’m very thankful for all the memories you’ve been a part of!

For the love of Bunny-bout and Ipswich Mountain

Meet the team

Louise Alexander - Ipswich.love

Louise Alexander

Louise is a qualified accountant, with over 30 years experience in charities and C.I.Cs.   She moved to Ipswich in 2022 and is the Finance Manager of Eastern Angles Theatre.  She’s passionate about drawing portraits, theatre, discovering Suffolk and promoting Ipswich.

Marcus Harris Noble - Ipswich.love

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.

Joe Bailey - Ipswich.love

Joe Bailey

Joe is the founder and driving force behind Brighten The Corners, The Smokehouse, The Baths, Out Loud Music CIC, Punch Studios, Sounds East CIC and the St Stephen’s Church venue. Joe brings a wealth of experience from the live music industry to the organisation.

Lily Hammond, UWU Studio

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.

Samantha Sherman - Ipswich.love

Samantha Sherman

Sam has more time to spend on interests following a 33-year Board-level career in Container Shipping and International Logistics. Passionate about Ipswich, Sam looks to see how we might jointly reverse some negativity and bring some deserved positivity back to our beloved Town.

Ben Driver - Ipswich.love

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.

Samantha Sherman - Ipswich.love

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 - Ipswich.love

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.

Andrew Laws - Ipswich.love

Andrew Laws

Andrew has been playing in bands and organising live music events in Ipswich for around 30 years. Andrew also runs Yeseo; an SEO Marketing Agency based in Ipswich. He also works on a pro-bono basis with local charities and not-for-profit through the Suffolk Pro Help scheme.

Beren Reid

Beren Matheson Nowell

Beren is a relative newcomer (est. 2021), drawn to Ipswich because of its history, connectivity and variety. He is an active supporter of the local community, and works in Digital Marketing and PR for Suffolk Mind, Suffolk’s independent mental health charity.

Helen Oldfield - Ipswich.love

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 - Ipswich.love

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.

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.

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