Event in Ipswich
Kesgrave parkrun
Saturday 8th November 2025
Park Run at Kesgrave War Memorial Community Centre and Sports Hall
From the Blog on 6 Nov 2025
A One-of-a-Kind Tribute: Classic Honda Rebuild Raises Funds for Local Youth Charity
By Miranda Acres
A lovingly restored Honda CB500, rebuilt in memory of a lost friend, is now being raffled to raise money for Inspire, the Ipswich-based youth charity helping young people build brighter futures. Motorcycle enthusiast Jack Taylor began the project after losing his close friend Harley George Snowling in January 2020, just before the pandemic. Wanting to honour Harley’s memory, Jack set himself […]
Event in Ipswich
Professional, confidence building fun classes for 4-16 year olds
Saturday 8th November 2025
iPerform Academy at Kesgrave War Memorial Community Centre and Sports Hall
Event in Ipswich
South Suffolk Young Voices Children’s Choir
Saturday 8th November 2025
Northgate Arts Centre Sidegate Ln, Ipswich
Event in Ipswich
Ipswich Park run – Christchurch Park
Saturday 8th November 2025
Park Run at Christchurch Park Bolton Ln, Ipswich
From the Blog on 6 Nov 2025
Young People Bring Colour and Creativity to Ipswich Town Centre
By Miranda Acres
More than forty young people from four secondary schools across Ipswich will soon be making their mark on the town centre this November as part of Youth Voice UNLOCKED – an inspiring new pop-up art trail that celebrates imagination, ambition, and community pride. Delivered through Thomas Wolsey 550, made possible through #iWill Movement, Volunteering Matters and BBC Children […]
Event in Ipswich
Teacher’s Pets Netball Club – Juniors – U11’s
Saturday 8th November 2025
Teacher’s Pet Netball at Kesgrave High School Main Rd, Ipswich
Love Letter to Ipswich
For the love of a sonnet
By Tony Marsden
A sonnet writted about Ipswich by retired teacher Tony Marsden. Read more Love Letters to Ipswich, Suffolk.
Event in Ipswich
Little Stars Dance Saturdays – Castle Hill
Saturday 8th November 2025
The Suffolk Academy of Dance and Performing Arts (SADPA) at Castle Hill URC Church Dryden Rd, Ipswich
Event in Ipswich
Free Walking activities – Introductory Walking Group
Saturday 8th November 2025
Suffolk County Council at Burlington Church Halls London Rd, Ipswich
From the Blog on 4 Nov 2025
Ipswich Craft Beer Week!
By Sam Sherman
Ipswich is celebrating Craft Beer for a whole week 17 – 23 November 2025, as beer lovers around the town host events celebrating craft beer with special tasting sessions! If you like IPA, Stout, or love the opportunity to meet a brewer, love a Tap Takeover or relish a Caskmaster Grain Challenge with your friends […]
Event in Ipswich
Free cycling activities – Cycling for Health Group
Saturday 8th November 2025
Suffolk County Council at Burlington Church Halls London Rd, Ipswich
Event in Ipswich
Free Walking activities – Moderate Walking Group
Saturday 8th November 2025
Suffolk County Council at Burlington Church Halls London Rd, Ipswich
Event in Ipswich
Saturday Lego Fun at Broomhill
Saturday 8th November 2025
Broomhill Library Sherrington Rd, Ipswich
From the Blog on 3 Nov 2025
Our weekly pick of events in Ipswich – November 03 2025
By Press Team
Events to Enjoy in Ipswich This Week As we step into a new week here in Ipswich, Suffolk, there’s a diverse range of events happening that cater to all ages and interests. Whether you’re looking for community gatherings, creative workshops, or family-friendly activities, Ipswich has something to offer. Let’s explore the exciting events lined up […]
Love Letter to Ipswich
For the love of a captivated soul
By Carl Day
Ipswich, you are the very essence of my being, a town that holds not only a cherished family connection but also the potential to rise from the ashes and reclaim your glory.
Meet the team
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. 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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