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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Event in Ipswich
Street and Commercial Dance – Intermediate
Wednesday 4th November 2026
The Suffolk Academy of Dance and Performing Arts (SADPA) at Castle Hill URC Church Dryden Rd, Ipswich
From the Blog on 2 Nov 2026
Our weekly pick of events in Ipswich – November 02 2026
By Press Team
Ipswich This Week: Theatre, Fireworks and a Few Cosy Evenings In Welcome to the first full week of November in…
Event in Ipswich
Contemporary (18+) | Open
Wednesday 4th November 2026
DanceEast Foundry Ln, Ipswich
Event in Ipswich
Aerobics Class
Wednesday 4th November 2026
Ipswich Borough Council at Whitton Sports Centre
Event in Ipswich
Dip n’ Dabble – Owls, Bats & Shadows – Watercolour & Inks Workshop
Wednesday 4th November 2026
The Room, Wherstead The St, Ipswich
From the Blog on 30 Oct 2026
Three young Ipswich artists win Constable 250 art competition
By Press Team
summary of the recent competition supported by IP Central under the Constable 250 year of events
Event in Ipswich
Hatha Yoga (18+) | Open
Wednesday 4th November 2026
DanceEast Foundry Ln, 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
Fordy Runs – Free weekly runs
Wednesday 4th November 2026
Fordy Runs – Running Club at Northgate Sports Centre Sidegate Ln W, Ipswich
From the Blog on 30 Oct 2026
Ipswich plans to prevent homelessness go to council executive
By Press Team
Ipswich's executive will consider homelessness prevention, temporary accommodation and rough sleeping plans on 3 November 2026. Full details inside.
Event in Ipswich
Street and Commercial Dance – Seniors
Wednesday 4th November 2026
The Suffolk Academy of Dance and Performing Arts (SADPA) at Castle Hill URC Church Dryden Rd, Ipswich
Event in Ipswich
Soul Club Wednesday RnB Yoga
Wednesday 4th November 2026
Holistic Wellness Training Centre Landseer Rd, Ipswich
Event in Ipswich
Looking for a Pilates Class? Small Group Mat Class
Wednesday 4th November 2026
Becky Q Pilates
From the Blog on 29 Oct 2026
Alcohol anti-social behaviour order to be extended in Ipswich
By Press Team
Ipswich Borough Council's Executive considers a three-year extension of its alcohol PSPO on 3 November. 98.4% of consultation respondents backed it.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.