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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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SPILL is an arts organisation and registered charity based in Ipswich, working with artists and communities to create unusual and memorable art projects across the town.

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Venue with two screens showing world and independent film releases alongside live theatre streaming, since 1975.

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4YP

4YP works with 7-25 year-olds at our town centre hub, in schools and out in the community to ensure that all children and young people have somewhere safe to go, something positive to do and someone t…

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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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Christchurch Mansion is a free to explore stunning 15th-Century Manor House in Christchurch Park, just a short walk from Ipswich town centre.

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At Ipswich International Church, we believe in living out our Christian faith as effectively as possible, having an impact on those who have not yet heard or experienced the great news about Jesus Chr…

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For at least nine centuries a church has stood on this spot as a place for the community, whether it be congregations, lovers of music and the arts or model train enthusiasts! Now St Peter’s by the…

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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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Enjoy one, two or three hour boat trips along the River Orwell from Ipswich Waterfront along the Orwell Estuary and under the Orwell Bridge to see Harwich and Felixstowe Ports, or, hire the Orwell Lad…

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Are you ready for an awesome day out packed with lots of fun adventure and laughter at Inflata Nation Ipswich? Book Your Inflatable Adventure Today!

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The Mayor’s Parlour can be found inside the Town Hall, plus unique rooms for events, displays, receptions, meetings and civil weddings.

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One of Ipswich’s most important historic structures, the Unitarian Meeting House was built in 1699 and opened in 1700 by John Fairfax, with much of the building’s original structure and character rema…

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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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Steeped in 16th Century tradition, this old Ipswich pub in Black Horse Lane, has all the facilities you need, combined with age old English charm.

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Pool hall featuring pool, snooker, darts, DJs and live music at The Music Room, a 400 capacity grassroots music venue on the top floor, that has been booking touring bands since the early 2000’s

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

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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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As the biggest leisure facility in Ipswich, Crown Pools offers a range of indoor facilities including gym, sauna, competition pool and leisure pool with a wave machine and numerous children’s activi…

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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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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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We are dedicated to supporting and building communities through urban art and participatory events. Our work encourages authentic connection through place-relevant projects.

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The New Wolsey Theatre is an award-winning theatre and vibrant cultural hub offering performances, community engagement and artist development. We have a national reputation for excellence, diversity,…

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