Places To Visit

Ipswich has an array of ‘places to visit’ with scenic walks around Christchurch or Holywells parks or boats along the heritage harbour at Ipswich waterfront where you can enjoy river trips with the Orwell Lady in the summer months. In the town centre why not watch a film at one of three cinemas, try axe throwing at Boom Battle Bar, watch an Ipswich Town football match at Portman Road or play for yourself with friends at Goals.

With many theatres and arts organisations in the town, Ipswich is a great place to watch a live performance of dance, drama or music with touring London shows and pop icons often visiting Ipswich Regent Theatre.

As the oldest recorded UK town, Ipswich also has a rich heritage and history with a dedicated Museum, The Hold – home of Suffolk Archives, Ipswich Art Gallery, many churches with their own unique histories and local groups like the Ipswich Society, Ipswich Maritime Trust and Ipswich Institute celebrating the town’s heritage. Did you know that Cardinal Thomas Wolsey was born here? There are many references to this great man around the town…

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Founded in 1878. the club turned professional in 1936 and Ipswich Town Football Club (ITFC) was elected to join the football league in 1938.

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DanceEast is one of the UK’s leading dance organisations, and the home of dance in the East of England. Our vision is a world where everyone can benefit from the vital and life-enhancing power of da…

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Christchurch Park is Ipswich’s oldest public park, opening in 1895, but was the site of an Augustinian priory as far back as the 12th Century.

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Just a stone’s throw from the town centre, in the late 1960s and early 70s this venue hosted rock legends Led Zeppelin, The Hollies, Rod Stewart and The Move. In 2021, The Baths re-opened as a live…

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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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If you’re after a great night out, Ipswich Regent Theatre is one of the largest entertainment venues in the region, welcoming hundreds of thousands of visitors to watch touring shows every year! 202…

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From the stage to the big-screen, make sure you get the best seats in the house for your favourite big screen experience at Cineworld in Cardinal Park, Ipswich.

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Kip McGrath Ipswich is situated in the heart of the town centre, providing high-quality tuition for children between the ages of 6 to 16, specialising in English and Maths tuition, and, 11+ exam prepa…

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Ipswich Windrush Society’s ‘The Reflection Room’ is a time capsule exhibition located in Sailmakers Shopping Centre, in the heart of Ipswich town centre.

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The Smokehouse is a 70-capacity micro-venue in the heart of one of our most diverse wards in Ipswich. Hosting over 100 gigs per year (put on by external promotors and bands), The Smokehouse offers fir…

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The University of Suffolk is a transformational university. It absorbs the best of UK university traditions, aligning these with a twenty first century audience and a modern world of employment, with…

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Ipswich Minster (formerly St Mary le Tower) has been at the heart of Ipswich for more than a thousand years, and since the year 1200 has been the town’s Civic Church.

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Eastern Angles is an East Region theatre company with a broad world view in our approach, creating work with community groups and artists in East Anglia. Our productions are ambitious, dynamic and a g…

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Are you ready to FEEL THE BOOM™? Get set for the time of your life at the Battleground! Battle it out with a mate or a date with a selection of fun games including Axe Throwing, Crazier Golf, Augmen…

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Offering themed summer cruises from Ipswich Waterfront on the River Orwell.

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Book an appointment at TONI & GUY in Ipswich today and enjoy a full and relaxing hair salon experience! Our expertly trained and passionate team will craft your perfect look from our wide range of hai…

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Ipswich Art Gallery is home to displays of Ipswich collections, work by international artists, touring exhibitions and even shows featuring local artists.

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The Ipswich Institute provides lending library facilities and an extensive programme of leisure learning courses, talks and trips to over 2,000 members. We are also home to the Ipswich Tourist Guides…

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Typical Omniplex cinemas range from 4 – 14 screens and are now located in most major cities and towns. Consistency, highest level of customer service, diverse scheduling in a clean and welcoming envir…

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Holywells Park is a beautiful community open space with stunning trees and ponds, with a history dating back to medieval times. The park is a County Wildlife Site, a Conservation Area with two listed…

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Suffolk Archives, a Suffolk County Council service, is home to 900 years of Suffolk’s history captured through thousands of documents. We are open for everyone to discover the past through our natio…

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Go on a journey through Suffolk’s past from the Iron Age to the Romans and Saxons. This museum gives a fascinating insight into the town and surrounding area’s intriguing past.

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5 mysterious rooms. 60 minutes to get out. Do you have what it takes to escape?

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Ipswich County Library in Northgate Street is open seven days a week offering not just books! There are free activities, free wi-fi and computer access with rooms available to hire for meetings, talks…

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Briarbank Brewing Company is the place to go in Ipswich for a unique, microbrewery to bar, beer experience. Take a tour or simply sit back and enjoy an award-winning local craft ale, served in their w…

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Who’s hungry? At Chefs’ Whites restaurant, we pride ourselves on being the perfect go-to for every occasion. From Michelin star guest chef extravaganzas to themed evening events or just a quiet l…

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The Cornhill is a public open space in front of Ipswich Town Hall with fountains and seating. It hosts events, parades, Ipswich Market and other civic processions involving the Mayor and is a central…

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Pure Gym in the Buttermarket, Ipswich has plenty of kit to choose from, whether you prefer cardio, weightlifting, or functional training – we have it all! We also have loads of fitness classes include…

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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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A former church near to the Waterfront, St Clement’s was known as the Mariners’ Church before conversion for community use by Ipswich Historic Churches Trust.

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