Small Business Saturday

7 December 2024

Visit Ipswich to guarantee perfect and unique gifts for everyone this Christmas.

Ipswich 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, you’ll find plenty of places to stop for coffee and a sweet treat, and lots of great places to eat – from the sophistication of the Waterfront to the street food at Microshops.

Below are some highlights of what you will find…

Bistro on the Quay

A relaxed bistro overlooking Ipswich Waterfront, serving A La Carte and set menus with a modern French twist. Upstairs is a hidden gem, the Wine Boutique where you can taste, drink and buy wine.

bistroonthequay.co.uk

Cookie Barista

Selling amazing cookies, coffee and bubble tea, Cookie Barista offers a warm welcome to Ipswich’s Microshops: an indoor market full of independent businesses in Carr Street.

cookiebarista.co.uk

DJV Boutique

An award-winning boutique with vibrant and stylish collection of clothes, bags and accessories.

djvboutique.co.uk

Ipswich Geek Retreat

A gaming shop and café with an inclusive and welcoming environment. Games to play and a menu of snacks, hot food and drinks.

geek-retreat.uk/stores/geek-retreat-ipswich

Miss Quirky Kicks

A hippie shop selling a wide range of crystals and jewellery as well as accessories, homewares, tarot cards and books.

missquirkykicks.co.uk

Pennikkity Pots

This charming ceramics cafe has established itself as a must do experience in Ipswich – whether you’re celebrating a new life with first footprints, marking a special occasion with a party, creating a bespoke gift or just want to spend a few hours getting creative.

pennikkitypots.co.uk

Proctor’s Sausages

Locally produced sausages, bacon and hams with a range of deli products to complement.

facebook.com/procterssausagesipswich

The Military Unit

Military clothing, accessories and gifts. A wide range of camouflage, military and fashion clothing, camping equipment and surplus.

facebook.com/militaryunitipswich

The Stained Glass Studio

A studio creating both traditional and contemporary stained glass for projects from church restorations to private commissions, plus a shop
selling smaller ready-made pieces.

thestainedglassstudio.net

Threads for All

A vibrant store selling new and vintage fashion for adults and kids. Over two floors you will also find gifts, homewares, upcycled furniture and work by local artists and makers.

threadsforall.co.uk

Brought to you by Ipswich Central, the Business Improvement District (BID) for the town centre and waterfront thanks to Ipswich Borough Council and Towns Deal funding.

The copyright of all content on this site, including images, belongs to Locus Management Solutions Ltd. Company registered in England.

Registration No: 5339846. Registered Office: The Master’s House, 19 Lower Brook Street, Ipswich, Suffolk IP4 1AQ.

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