Ipswich is a hub for small independent shops, appearing in the top ten of a recent poll of towns and cities in the UK with the most independent shops!
With an eclectic mix of boutiques, gift stores, great artisan coffee and local independent shops you can visit major chains on the high street (such as Marks & Spencer, WH Smith, Primark, and Boots) enjoy Ipswich Market for fresh produce around the Cornhill, yet turn the corner for little independent shops tucked off the main thoroughfare in The Walk or Buttermarket.
The town centre has three Shopping Centres – Sailmakers in the High Street, the Buttermarket Shopping Centre and a dedicated indoor space for Microshops in Carr Street.
Many indie shops are located in an area known as ‘The Saints’ (St Nicholas’ Street and St Peter’s Street), which is one of the town’s oldest and most historical areas. It’s perfectly situated just five minutes from the town centre and the waterfront area. Offering a lovely walk between these two beautiful central locations.
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At the Buttermarket Shopping Centre in Ipswich you will find places to dine, socialise and shop as well as an underground car park and gym!
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A massive range of toys for children and big kids alike. Indoor & outdoor toys, craft products, electronic games, costumes and more.
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The Works is a family-friendly discount store with huge savings on a range of art and craft supplies, books and stationery. Inspiring reading, learning, creativity and play
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Shop on-trend womenswear, quality menswear, home and beauty essentials and mouth-watering food and drink at Marks & Spencer Ipswich.
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At Vision Express we provide thorough eye tests, simply explained with expert care you can trust. We stock a wide range of designer and exclusive glasses, sunglasses and contact lenses. All our eyewea…
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Our mission is to help you discover more wines, beers and spirits that you’ll love.
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Browse Vodafone’s deals on mobile phones, tablets and laptops, home broadband, and SIM only deals for personal and business use.
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Shop Outdoor Clothing including waterproof jackets, ski clothing, walking boots & more.
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Matalan is a popular choice for outstanding family value and trusted brand which delivers unrivalled product choice, plus exceptional style and quality. Matalan is famously committed to offering a com…
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Norwich Road contains a fantastic array of businesses, ambitious entrepreneurs and passionate community leaders offering a vibrant mix, giving Norwich Road a real buzz.
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Ipswich is one of eight Microshop locations in the UK, part of a retail and start-up revolution for small businesses to move from clicks to bricks.
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Discover award-winning chocolates and luxury chocolate gifts for any occasion at Hotel Chocolat.
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Nestled in the heart of Ipswich along the historic Dial Lane, you’ll find Dial Lane Books. Ipswich’s only independent bookshop, Dial Lane Books have a huge range of fiction, non-fiction, classics, and…
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Since 2006, Robert Gatward Jewellers in Ipswich has been the centre for luxury watch brands in East Anglia. With a dedicated Rolex Showroom, Tudor, Breitling, OMEGA, TAG Heuer and more, as well as a s…
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The Church is in the centre of Ipswich and bridges the gap between its sister venues, The Smokehouse and The Baths, run by not for profit live music organisation Brighten The Corners. It is home to a…
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Clothing for everyone, that doesn’t make you look like everyone else! We offer pretty dresses with practical pockets and cosy knitwear in vibrant colours, with a focus on ageless style for women, men…
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JD Sports is the leading trainer and sports fashion retailer in the UK. With many limited edition and exclusive designs from adidas Originals and Nike.
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Shop plus size fashion that fits in UK sizes 14-40 at Yours Clothing.
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You’ll find the widest range of arts and crafts materials in the Ipswich area at Craftability in Ipswich town centre…
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Big-name designer men’s, women’s & children’s apparel & accessories in a stylish shop.
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Groceries, baked goods, health & beauty and more…
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Mugwort & Mistletoe was born with the unique concept that combines retail and wellness, by valuing holistic health and handcrafted products with the glue of community to bring it all together.
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The Walk in Ipswich is a charming, pedestrianised, Y-shaped retail alley, situated in the heart of Ipswich town centre, linking Tavern Street and the Buttermarket. It features distinctive mock-Tudor t…
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High-street chain selling men’s & ladies’ gold, silver & diamond jewellery, watches & gifts.
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An eclectic mix of furniture, mirrors and lighting plus gifts galore including beautiful accessories.
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Deichmann provides quality footwear at an affordable price and when you visit our shops, we help you find the perfect fit. Our range is ideal for all ages, occasions, and styles. Plus, you’ll find a…
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Stockists of the biggest beauty and health brands, as well as exclusive brands and products that can only be found at Superdrug
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Zest supports young adults aged 14 upwards with progressive and incurable illnesses – ensuring they get specialist care to live life to the full. Through our shop in Ipswich, and pop-up events, you ca…
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You probably know us best for books, newspapers and stationery, but we offer a wide choice of other goods in our stores as well as a Post Office service in the Ipswich branch (formerly WH Smith).
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We bring you the best in music, film, games and technology. Visit us for the latest music, DVD, blu-ray and games releases, plus a wide range of t-shirts, gifts, collectables and vinyl, along with fri…
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Bringing the best in Asian and African groceries to Ipswich town centre.
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For big days and everydays, for milestones and more minor moments. It all matters – and it’s all worthy of a great outfit. With over 170 years of tailoring know-how and a collection of modern suit…
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Founded in 1928, Coes prides itself on its commitment to providing a wide selection of quality clothing, accessories and unique gifts, whilst offering a high level of service and customer care. They r…
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We offer an extensive selection of jewellery, ranging from diamonds, gold and silver jewellery, watches and clocks, to gifts and collectibles, as well as our magnificent collection of engagement rings…
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Try our delicious breakfast, kids and main menus with vegan and vegetarian options, Online and in-store retailer of geek culture merchandise and games, Each store runs an extensive programme of events…
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Halløj! We love design, creativity and fun. Flying Tiger Copenhagen is a Danish store concept. Our stores offer an ever-changing selection of own-designed products at surprisingly affordable prices….
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Military, clothing, rucksacks, bags, boots, Military Surplus, Cadets & Outdoors.
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‘The Saints’ is a special community of Ipswich shops with an array of independents in beautiful heritage buildings.
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FASHION IS OUR DNA. River Island is an icon of the British high street. Inspired by the latest trends and our heritage style archives, we’ve been serving style and leading trends for over sixty years…
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A unique gifts, homeware and retro shop.
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Warren James provides meticulously crafted, high quality jewellery at affordable prices with over 40 years of knowledge and experience
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Bespoke jewellers Berridges have been in Ipswich since 1994. Opening the shop was the idea of Christopher Hardman and David Berridge. Both worked together at Croydons in Ipswich, forming a close worki…
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Laser Hair Removal | HydraFacial | Cosmetic Aesthetics and More!
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Founded in 2024 by Will and Jenny, our ethos is to provide gender-neutral and unisex fashion that is affordable, fun, and fresh! We believe that fashion should be inclusive and accessible to everyone…
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Where little ones can play and explore while you relax and enjoy a moment of peace. Our café offers a perfect blend of fun and relaxation, with thoughtfully designed spaces, great coffee, tasty treat…
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Snappy Snaps make photo and personalised gift printing easier than ever! Their shop in Ipswich offers all kinds of fast, friendly and professional photo printing services, including passport photos.
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Boots is a go-to for beauty, skincare, accessories, and health. With a mission to get customers looking and feeling better, whether that’s showcasing the new make-up ranges from the likes of NYX, Ri…
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T.H.Baker is a family owned business with over 130 years experience in the jewellery and watch industry. T.H.Baker has established itself as a popular independent jeweller while sticking to standards…
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Imperio Food Store brings the essence of Europe to your table. We offer a diverse range of European products, including groceries, fresh produce, deli items, bakery goods, and specialty imports, with…
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Amazing fashion, amazing prices. Primark is an international fashion retailer stocking clothing for women, men, kids and babies and items for the home.
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