Published on September 29, 2023
Dear Ipswich, I hope you are well.
I left Ipswich at 18 swearing to never return, never get married and never have children.
I returned having fallen in love with an Ipswich boy (great-grandson of an Ipswich Mayor) to have 2 Ipswich-born children and to fall in love with this town. Its kindness, diversity and eclectic views are always a surprise and joy.
Claire Staddon
CEO Emmaus Suffolk
I started playing tennis in Ipswich, at what was ‘Next Generation’ and is now ‘David Lloyd’, when I was about 5 years old. I grew up in Manningtree, just down the road, and can’t tell you how many times me and my family drove along the A137 from Stutton School, into Ipswich. I’ve played in […]
I’ve since moved away, and spent longer living out of it than I spent growing up there, and yet, Ipswich is, and always will be, my home town.
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
I was an outsider that happened to discover you by accident in 2016. My eye was immediately drawn to the buildings and churches.
Posted on January 15, 2025
As New Year celebrations fade into the past, it’s easy to feel down. The fun is over, the weather is gloomy, and spring seems far away. This time of year can be hard emotionally and physically challenging for many of us. However, with the right steps you can turn January into a chance to grow, […]
Posted on January 5, 2025
We’re into the festival year of 2025, a year to commemorate the 825th anniversary of King John granting Ipswich its historic Charter. May it be a great year for our town and all who live and work here! We have been working with pupils from Northgate School, preparing for the Charter 825 concert to be held […]
Posted on November 28, 2024
Shop locally this Christmas and find unique gifts for everyone. Our town centre has a rich variety of independent shops, cafes and restaurants. From fashion and homewares to games, books and beer, you will be spoilt for choice with the diverse range of shops to suit every taste and budget. And whilst you are shopping, […]
Posted on November 26, 2024
Need an Interesting & Inexpensive Small Gift? Are you looking for a small gift for a local person who seems to have everything? Why not, buy a friend or relative an Ipswich Tourist Guides Gift Voucher? Valued at £5 or £10 vouchers can be used in full or part payment for any guided walk around […]