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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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Karaoke! - Ipswich.love

Event in Ipswich

Karaoke!

Saturday 1st August 2026

The Bell Inn Main Rd, Ipswich

01
Aug
Dunwich Heath is burning — and Ipswich crews are on it - Ipswich.love

From the Blog on 30 Jul 2026

Dunwich Heath is burning — and Ipswich crews are on it

By Press Team

Just after half five on Wednesday evening, a fire took hold on Dunwich Heath. By nightfall it had grown into…

Bell Ringing at Ipswich Minster - Ipswich.love

Event in Ipswich

Bell Ringing at Ipswich Minster

Sunday 2nd August 2026

Society of Change Ringers at Ipswich Minster Tower St, Ipswich

02
Aug
Fit East - Ipswich.love

Event in Ipswich

Stretch and reset, yoga for the week ahead. 

Sunday 2nd August 2026

Yoga with Louisa at Tower Hall

02
Aug
KWMCC’s Makers Market - Ipswich.love

Event in Ipswich

Crafty Sundays

Sunday 2nd August 2026

Broomhill Library Sherrington Rd, Ipswich

02
Aug

From the Blog on 30 Jul 2026

Discover the Brand New Nature-Themed Play Area Coming to Ellenbrook Park, Ipswich

By Press Team

There is exciting news for Ipswich families this summer! Work is about to begin on a brand-new, nature-themed children’s play…

Funky Junk Crafts - Ipswich.love

Event in Ipswich

Funky Junk Crafts

Sunday 2nd August 2026

Chantry Library Hawthorn Dr, Ipswich

02
Aug

Love Letter to Ipswich

For the love of accountability and aspiration

For the love of accountability and aspiration - Ipswich.love

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.

For the love of accountability and aspiration - Ipswich.love
Home Education Group at Gainsborough - Ipswich.love

Event in Ipswich

Kesgrave Sunday Crafts

Sunday 2nd August 2026

Kesgrave Library Kays Cl, Ipswich

02
Aug
Self-Defence & Jujitsu Classes – Sundays - Ipswich.love

Event in Ipswich

Self-Defence & Jujitsu Classes – Sundays

Sunday 2nd August 2026

Shockwave Jujitsu at Murrayside Community Centre Nacton Rd, Ipswich

02
Aug
Four people in hi-vix jackets painting graphics onto a brick wall in front of a large building

From the Blog on 27 Jul 2026

How Interactive Street Art is Transforming the School Run at Ranelagh Primary in Ipswich

By Press Team

There is a fantastic new addition to the streets around Ranelagh Primary School, and it is doing much more than…

Let’s Get Crafty – Brick Wonders - Ipswich.love

Event in Ipswich

Lego and Crafts Club

Sunday 2nd August 2026

Stoke Library

02
Aug
Ipswich Junior Chess Club - Ipswich.love

Event in Ipswich

Ipswich Junior Chess Club

Sunday 2nd August 2026

Ipswich Junior Chess Club at Ipswich County Library Northgate St, Ipswich

02
Aug
KWMCC’s Makers Market - Ipswich.love

Event in Ipswich

Children’s Craft Session

Sunday 2nd August 2026

Ipswich County Library Northgate St, Ipswich

02
Aug

From the Blog on 27 Jul 2026

Our weekly pick of events in Ipswich – July 27 2026

By Press Team

What’s On in Ipswich This Week: Discover Local Events & Activities Whether you’re an Ipswich local looking to fill up…

Love Letter to Ipswich

For The Love of Creative Opportunities

For The Love of Creative Opportunities - Ipswich.love

By Sammi Wong

A love letter to Ipswich and second chances — from a childhood of art prizes to finding creative opportunity later in life.

For The Love of Creative Opportunities - Ipswich.love

Meet the team

Samantha Sherman - Ipswich.love

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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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