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.
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Top Attractions in Ipswich
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…
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…
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…
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…
Featured Events in Ipswich
Christmas Fair
Date: 4th Dec - 5th Dec 2026
Set in the beautiful barns at Nedging Hall. A thoughtfully curated collection of independent… Set in the beautiful barns at Nedging Hall. A thoughtfully curated collection of independent…
Family Forest School
Date: 4th Dec - 4th Dec 2026
Let the kids go wild at Forest School! Let the kids go wild at Forest School!
The Ice Ball
Date: 31st Dec 2026 - 1st Jan 2027
Welcome the New Year in style at The Hangar, milsoms Kesgrave Hall. Welcome the New Year in style at The Hangar, milsoms Kesgrave Hall.
Featured Businesses in Ipswich
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…
Suffolk Food Hall
Visit Suffolk Food Hall for an award-winning foodie day out. Explore our butchery, bakery, and farm… Visit Suffolk Food Hall for an award-winning foodie day out. Explore our butchery, bakery, and…
Suffolk Food Hall
Visit Suffolk Food Hall for an award-winning foodie day out. Explore our butchery, bakery, and farm…
Milsoms Kesgrave Hall
Set in beautiful countryside, Milsoms Kesgrave Hall is a luxurious boutique hotel, luxury spa and… Set in beautiful countryside, Milsoms Kesgrave Hall is a luxurious boutique hotel, luxury spa…
Milsoms Kesgrave Hall
Set in beautiful countryside, Milsoms Kesgrave Hall is a luxurious boutique hotel, luxury spa 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…
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…
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Milsoms Kesgrave Hall
Set in beautiful countryside, Milsoms Kesgrave Hall is a luxurious boutique hotel, luxury spa and… Set in beautiful countryside, Milsoms Kesgrave Hall is a luxurious boutique hotel, luxury spa…
Milsoms Kesgrave Hall
Set in beautiful countryside, Milsoms Kesgrave Hall is a luxurious boutique hotel, luxury spa and…
Date: 29th Jul - 23rd Dec 2026
Looking for fun, educational activities for under-5’s? Join us for Toddler Time at the Food Museum! Looking for fun, educational activities for under-5’s? Join us for Toddler Time at the Food…
Freston Tower
Freston Tower is a six-storey Tudor folly that looks out over the River Orwell, perhaps built to… Freston Tower is a six-storey Tudor folly that looks out over the River Orwell, perhaps built…
Freston Tower
Freston Tower is a six-storey Tudor folly that looks out over the River Orwell, perhaps built to…
Date: 4th Dec - 4th Dec 2026
Let the kids go wild at Forest School! Let the kids go wild at Forest School!
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