Event in Ipswich
Singing Group with Carl
Tuesday 9th December 2025
Gainsborough Community Library Clapgate Ln, Ipswich
From the Blog on 8 Dec 2025
Our weekly pick of events in Ipswich – December 08 2025
By Press Team
Upcoming Events in Ipswich This Week There’s a lovely mix of activities and gatherings happening across Ipswich this week, catering to a variety of interests and age groups. Whether you’re looking to enjoy some creative crafts, join a dance class, explore nature with a stroll, or even find some calming meditation sessions, Ipswich has something […]
Event in Ipswich
Free Walking activities – Cuppa and a Stroll
Tuesday 9th December 2025
Suffolk County Council at John Lewis Crane Blvd, Ipswich
Event in Ipswich
Home Education Group at Gainsborough
Tuesday 9th December 2025
Gainsborough Community Library Clapgate Ln, Ipswich
Event in Ipswich
Carpet Bowls at Sidegate Lane Community Centre – Tuesdays
Tuesday 9th December 2025
Sidegate Lane Community Centre Sidegate Ln, Ipswich
From the Blog on 7 Dec 2025
We have a World Premiere coming to Ipswich!
By Sam Sherman
A world premier of Luca Silvestrini’s The Magic Flute coming to DanceEast in Ipswich in December 2025 with multiple performances
Love Letter to Ipswich
For the love of an underdog
By Hannah Page
Ipswich has always been buzzing with positive energy and community vibes, a town that never stands still and empowers its waterside town location and qualities
Event in Ipswich
SNAIL: Sports Nostalgia at Ipswich Library
Tuesday 9th December 2025
Ipswich County Library Northgate St, Ipswich
Event in Ipswich
Christmas Networking | Dec 2025
Tuesday 9th December 2025
RSZ Networking at Venue 16 Tuddenham Rd, Ipswich
From the Blog on 3 Dec 2025
Ipswich’s The Baths to Become Cutting-Edge Creative Hub with £1.92m Funding Boost
By Press Team
Exciting news as The Baths on Civic Drive is set to undergo a remarkable transformation, thanks to a £1.92 million funding boost from the Towns Fund
Event in Ipswich
Lego Club at Kesgrave
Tuesday 9th December 2025
Kesgrave Library Kays Cl, Ipswich
Event in Ipswich
English basic class (for Portuguese)
Tuesday 9th December 2025
The Hive Norwich Rd, Ipswich
From the Blog on 1 Dec 2025
Leading Lives: Proud to Be Part of Ipswich’s Story
By Miranda Acres
There’s something special about Ipswich. It’s not just the historic streets, the lively events, or the creative spirit that runs through our town—it’s the people.
Love Letter to Ipswich
For the love of a place to geek-out
By Sharon Lockhart
I love Ipswich and really hope this helps people see and be proud of what really goes on in our town every day.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 and humble servant to Romeo the rescue dog.
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