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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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High Spirits VI Drama Workshops

Thursday 12th November 2026

Cohere Arts at Eastern Angles Gatacre Rd, Ipswich

Nov

From the Blog on 10 Nov 2026

All Ipswich Council Staff Paid at Least the Real Living Wage

By Press Team

Ipswich Borough Council marks Living Wage Week 2026 (9 to 15 November) and urges local employers to sign up to…

Event in Ipswich

Behind The Scenes Tour and Conservation Studio Visit

Thursday 12th November 2026

The Hold – Suffolk Archives Ipswich Fore St, Ipswich

Nov

Event in Ipswich

Parkinsons and Dementia boxing fitness class

Thursday 12th November 2026

Williams Martial Arts at Murrayside Community Centre Nacton Rd, Ipswich

Nov

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Ipswich Umbrella Climate Café

Thursday 12th November 2026

Ipswich Umbrella at Ipswich Umbrella

Nov

From the Blog on 10 Nov 2026

ArtsFeast Community Takeover at DanceEast Returns on 28 November

By Press Team

Dance, music, poetry, art and food at Jerwood DanceHouse on Saturday 28 November from 12 to 4pm. Meet Ipswich groups,…

Badminton at Sidegate Lane Community Centre – Mondays - Ipswich.love

Event in Ipswich

50+ Badminton sessions

Thursday 12th November 2026

Ipswich Borough Council at Gainsborough Sports & Community Centre Brazier's Wood Rd, Ipswich

Nov

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.

Close-up of a row of well-thumbed old books standing upright, their page edges fanned open

Event in Ipswich

Gainsborough Book Group

Thursday 12th November 2026

Gainsborough Community Library Clapgate Ln, Ipswich

Nov

Event in Ipswich

Friends & Fables Hub

Thursday 12th November 2026

Emmaus Suffolk -The Royal Oak Felixstowe Rd, Ipswich

Nov

From the Blog on 10 Nov 2026

Ipswich Christmas lantern parade and 120 events announced

By Press Team

Follow the Stars brings Christmas lights switch-on on 15 November, a 6pm lantern parade on 19 December and an advent…

Event in Ipswich

Adult Crafting Group

Thursday 12th November 2026

Chantry Library Hawthorn Dr, Ipswich

Nov

Event in Ipswich

Carpet Bowls at Sidegate Lane Community Centre – Thursdays

Thursday 12th November 2026

Sidegate Lane Community Centre Sidegate Ln, Ipswich

Nov

Event in Ipswich

RummiKlub

Thursday 12th November 2026

Ipswich County Library Northgate St, Ipswich

Nov

From the Blog on 10 Nov 2026

Our weekly pick of events in Ipswich – November 09 2026

By Press Team

Ipswich Events Guide: 9 to 15 November 2026 Winter is settling in across Ipswich. Expect a mild, damp start to…

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.