Ipswich
Waterfront + heritage
Ipswich
The county town of Ipswich is in Suffolk, England, and claims to be the oldest continually inhabited town in the country. It is on the Intercity line between London and Norwich.
The highlight today is the developed waterfront which has a marina and is home to hotels, bars and places to eat as well as he campus of the University of Suffolk.
The town also has a rich history and interesting architecture, not least the Ancient House, St Mary-le-Tower Church, Christchurch Mansion and on Silent Street. Why not take a tour of Ipswich Town Football Club.
Stories & Inspiration from Ipswich
Where to see great art in East Anglia
Posted: 11th Mar 2026
You don’t have to travel to London to see great art – there are fabulous galleries and exhibitions… You don’t have to travel to London to see great art – there are fabulous galleries and…
Where to see great art in East Anglia
Posted: 11th Mar 2026
You don’t have to travel to London to see great art – there are fabulous galleries and exhibitions…
Things not to miss in East Anglia
Posted: 10th Mar 2026
East Anglia has splendid beaches, beautiful stately homes and estates, some of the best wildlife…
Top Attractions in Ipswich
Fullers Mill Garden
An award-winning seven-acre garden that’s a tranquil, peaceful and enchanting waterside oasis near… An award-winning seven-acre garden that’s a tranquil, peaceful and enchanting waterside oasis…
Fullers Mill Garden
An award-winning seven-acre garden that’s a tranquil, peaceful and enchanting waterside oasis near…
Jimmy's Farm & Wildlife Park
Jimmy's Farm & Wildlife Park is an award winning wildlife park, rare breeds farm, restaurant and… Jimmy's Farm & Wildlife Park is an award winning wildlife park, rare breeds farm, restaurant…
Jimmy's Farm & Wildlife Park
Jimmy's Farm & Wildlife Park is an award winning wildlife park, rare breeds farm, restaurant and…
Cycle Breaks
Discover the very best of Suffolk and Norfolk on self-guided cycling and walking adventures from… Discover the very best of Suffolk and Norfolk on self-guided cycling and walking adventures…
Cycle Breaks
Discover the very best of Suffolk and Norfolk on self-guided cycling and walking adventures from…
Anglia Indoor Karting
If you've got a budding Button or Hamilton in your family, then a trip to Anglia Indoor Kart Racing… If you've got a budding Button or Hamilton in your family, then a trip to Anglia Indoor Kart…
Anglia Indoor Karting
If you've got a budding Button or Hamilton in your family, then a trip to Anglia Indoor Kart Racing…
Featured Events in Ipswich
Apple Pressing Sessions
Date: 31st Oct - 1st Nov 2026
Make your own juice from locally grown apples using our hand-cranked press! Make your own juice from locally grown apples using our hand-cranked press!
Charity Casino Night
Date: 24th Oct - 24th Oct 2026
Step into a night of glamour, games, and giving back! Step into a night of glamour, games, and giving back!
Willow Workshop
Date: 8th Dec - 8th Dec 2026
Liz from Lark Valley Willow is back with us for 2026 running some willow weaving workshops. Liz from Lark Valley Willow is back with us for 2026 running some willow weaving workshops.
Family Forest School
Date: 6th Nov - 6th Nov 2026
Let the kids go wild at Forest School! Let the kids go wild at Forest School!
Featured Businesses in Ipswich
Battle Park
Battle Park is an outdoor adventure destination where skill, precision and friendly competition… Battle Park is an outdoor adventure destination where skill, precision and friendly…
Battle Park
Battle Park is an outdoor adventure destination where skill, precision and friendly competition…
Ipswich Town Football Club Stadium Tours
Go behind the scenes at Portman Road Stadium, see areas usually off limits to the public and get… Go behind the scenes at Portman Road Stadium, see areas usually off limits to the public and…
Ipswich Town Football Club Stadium Tours
Go behind the scenes at Portman Road Stadium, see areas usually off limits to the public and get…
Salthouse Harbour Hotel
A boutique waterfront hotel where bold, contemporary design meets relaxed, genuine hospitality. A boutique waterfront hotel where bold, contemporary design meets relaxed, genuine hospitality.
Salthouse Harbour Hotel
A boutique waterfront hotel where bold, contemporary design meets relaxed, genuine hospitality.
Sykes Holiday Cottages Suffolk
Discover your next escape to Suffolk with Sykes Holiday Cottages. Discover your next escape to Suffolk with Sykes Holiday Cottages.
Sykes Holiday Cottages Suffolk
Discover your next escape to Suffolk with Sykes Holiday Cottages.
Featured Trails in Ipswich
Follow a four-day food and drink journey through Norfolk and Suffolk, discovering local producers,… Follow a four-day food and drink journey through Norfolk and Suffolk, discovering local…
Trending Items
Date: 5th Dec - 5th Dec 2026
Join our Christmas themed Bottomless Brunch, with a delicious three-part menu and unlimited drinks… Join our Christmas themed Bottomless Brunch, with a delicious three-part menu and unlimited…
The Pier Christmas Bottomless Brunch
Date: 5th Dec - 5th Dec 2026
Expiry Date: 5th Dec 2026
Anglia Indoor Karting
If you've got a budding Button or Hamilton in your family, then a trip to Anglia Indoor Kart Racing… If you've got a budding Button or Hamilton in your family, then a trip to Anglia Indoor Kart…
Anglia Indoor Karting
If you've got a budding Button or Hamilton in your family, then a trip to Anglia Indoor Kart Racing…
DanceEast
From watching a performance, to joining a term of classes, to trying a one-off workshop, we’ve got… From watching a performance, to joining a term of classes, to trying a one-off workshop, we’ve…
DanceEast
From watching a performance, to joining a term of classes, to trying a one-off workshop, we’ve got…
Date: 10th May 2026 - 25th Mar 2027
50 years on from the release of the film, the Food Museum is pleased to tell the story of Akenfield… 50 years on from the release of the film, the Food Museum is pleased to tell the story of…
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