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What's On in Ipswich
Your month-by-month guide to events & things to do in Ipswich.
Don't forget to look at Art Exhibitions in Suffolk for an up-to-date listing of the fantastic range of art currently being exhibited around Suffolk, and Music In Suffolk for live concerts.
We also have listings for What's on in Bury St Edmunds and What's On in Woodbridge, if you're interested in those areas.
For details of regular Farmers Markets click here - Farmers Markets, and for click here for Regular Markets and Car Boot Sales
If you have an event in Suffolk you would like us to promote please submit it here.
Don't forget to look at Art Exhibitions in Suffolk for an up-to-date listing of the fantastic range of art currently being exhibited around Suffolk, and Music In Suffolk for live concerts.
We also have listings for What's on in Bury St Edmunds and What's On in Woodbridge, if you're interested in those areas.
For details of regular Farmers Markets click here - Farmers Markets, and for click here for Regular Markets and Car Boot Sales
If you have an event in Suffolk you would like us to promote please submit it here.
Friday 24 February to Saturday 25 February
The Forest
Friday 24 1.30pm, Saturday 25 February 11.00am and 2.00pm
Jerwood DanceHouse
For more information, please see: Dance East
The Forest
Friday 24 1.30pm, Saturday 25 February 11.00am and 2.00pm
Jerwood DanceHouse
For more information, please see: Dance East
Saturday 25 February
Craft & Gift Fair
10am - 4pm
The apex
For more information see: The Apex, Bury St Edmunds
Craft & Gift Fair
10am - 4pm
The apex
For more information see: The Apex, Bury St Edmunds
Saturday 25 February
Optimising the Learning Environment
9am-4.30pm
Gainsborough Library
A one day workshop for anyone in an education or family support role, teachers, counsellors, education therapists, psychotherapists, doctors, family support workers, nursery and key workers, youth workers and anyone else who has an interest in helping support family relationships. Through this experiential day you will discover how to create optimum environments for successful and sustainable learning. Increase your understanding of the underlying causes of emotional instability and behavioural difficulties and how to respond constructively.
Tickets: £55 includes buffet lunch, refreshment and certificate of attendance
Contact: Angela Emmerson on 01473 727197 or 07793679489 or angela_emmerson@yahoo.co.uk
Venue Address: Gainsborough Library, Clapgate Lane, Ipswich, IP3 0RL
Optimising the Learning Environment
9am-4.30pm
Gainsborough Library
A one day workshop for anyone in an education or family support role, teachers, counsellors, education therapists, psychotherapists, doctors, family support workers, nursery and key workers, youth workers and anyone else who has an interest in helping support family relationships. Through this experiential day you will discover how to create optimum environments for successful and sustainable learning. Increase your understanding of the underlying causes of emotional instability and behavioural difficulties and how to respond constructively.
Tickets: £55 includes buffet lunch, refreshment and certificate of attendance
Contact: Angela Emmerson on 01473 727197 or 07793679489 or angela_emmerson@yahoo.co.uk
Venue Address: Gainsborough Library, Clapgate Lane, Ipswich, IP3 0RL
Tuesday 28 February
Talks for Lent 2012 - The Arts, Imagination and God
1.10pm
St Mary-le-Tower Church
Dr Elizabeth Cook, poet and scholar
Admission free, retiring collection, light refreshments from 12.20pm
Contact: 01473 289001
Venue Address: Tower Street, Ipswich, IP1 3BE
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Talks for Lent 2012 - The Arts, Imagination and God
1.10pm
St Mary-le-Tower Church
Dr Elizabeth Cook, poet and scholar
Admission free, retiring collection, light refreshments from 12.20pm
Contact: 01473 289001
Venue Address: Tower Street, Ipswich, IP1 3BE
Saturday 3 March
Produce and Craft Market at Jimmy's Farm
Jimmy’s Farm
For more details see: Jimmy's Farm
Produce and Craft Market at Jimmy's Farm
Jimmy’s Farm
For more details see: Jimmy's Farm
Sunday 4 March
The Suffolk Wedding Show
11:00am - 3:30pm
Wherstead Park
For more information see: Wedding Fairs in Suffolk
The Suffolk Wedding Show
11:00am - 3:30pm
Wherstead Park
For more information see: Wedding Fairs in Suffolk
Tuesday 6 March
Talks for Lent 2012 - The Arts, Imagination and God
1.10pm
St Mary-le-Tower Church
Mr Mark Cazalet, distinguished musician.
Admission free, retiring collection, light refreshments from 12.20pm
Contact: 01473 289001
Venue Address: Tower Street, Ipswich, IP1 3BE
Talks for Lent 2012 - The Arts, Imagination and God
1.10pm
St Mary-le-Tower Church
Mr Mark Cazalet, distinguished musician.
Admission free, retiring collection, light refreshments from 12.20pm
Contact: 01473 289001
Venue Address: Tower Street, Ipswich, IP1 3BE
Wednesday 7 March
Follow up fish fight Kitchen Club
Suffolk Food Hall
Please see Suffolk Food Hall, Ipswich.
Follow up fish fight Kitchen Club
Suffolk Food Hall
Please see Suffolk Food Hall, Ipswich.
Saturday 10 March to Sunday 11 March
Science Festival
Jimmy’s Farm
As part of National Science Week, Jimmy is planning a fantastic Science Festival to get us all excited about science in food, farming and animals.
For more details see: Jimmy's Farm
Science Festival
Jimmy’s Farm
As part of National Science Week, Jimmy is planning a fantastic Science Festival to get us all excited about science in food, farming and animals.
For more details see: Jimmy's Farm
Tuesday 13 March
Talks for Lent 2012 - The Arts, Imagination and God
1.10pm
St Mary-le-Tower Church
The Revd Tony Redman, architect and Priest
Admission free, retiring collection, light refreshments from 12.20pm
Contact: 01473 289001
Venue Address: Tower Street, Ipswich, IP1 3BE
Talks for Lent 2012 - The Arts, Imagination and God
1.10pm
St Mary-le-Tower Church
The Revd Tony Redman, architect and Priest
Admission free, retiring collection, light refreshments from 12.20pm
Contact: 01473 289001
Venue Address: Tower Street, Ipswich, IP1 3BE
Friday 16 March to Saturday 17 March
Barn Dance
Doors open 6.30pm - dancing til 10.30pm
The Tithe Barn
Join Age UK Suffolk for a Barn Dance. Ducking 'n' Diving present a medley of dances from the British Isles.
Licensed bar. Ploughmans supper included in the ticket price.
All proceeds go to Age UK Suffolk
Tickets: £10 per person
Contact 01473 359911 for tickets
Venue Address: Lower Street, Sproughton, IP8 3BJ
Barn Dance
Doors open 6.30pm - dancing til 10.30pm
The Tithe Barn
Join Age UK Suffolk for a Barn Dance. Ducking 'n' Diving present a medley of dances from the British Isles.
Licensed bar. Ploughmans supper included in the ticket price.
All proceeds go to Age UK Suffolk
Tickets: £10 per person
Contact 01473 359911 for tickets
Venue Address: Lower Street, Sproughton, IP8 3BJ
Saturday 17 March
''go & grow'' An Introduction to Growing Your Own Fruit & Veg
10am - 3pm
St Luke’s Church Hall
One day course aimed at giving you the information to start growing your own fruit & veg. Everyone welcome from those new to gardening to the seasoned gardener. At 3pm there will be the chance to join in a tour of Holywells Allotments (next to St. Luke's) and the opportunity afterwards to purchase garden sundries from the allotment shop. Booking essential.
Tickets: £25.00
Contact: Karan Bryanton on 01473 250260 or gardendesignmatters@connectfree.co.uk
Venue Address: Cliff Lane, Ipswich, IP3 0PJ
''go & grow'' An Introduction to Growing Your Own Fruit & Veg
10am - 3pm
St Luke’s Church Hall
One day course aimed at giving you the information to start growing your own fruit & veg. Everyone welcome from those new to gardening to the seasoned gardener. At 3pm there will be the chance to join in a tour of Holywells Allotments (next to St. Luke's) and the opportunity afterwards to purchase garden sundries from the allotment shop. Booking essential.
Tickets: £25.00
Contact: Karan Bryanton on 01473 250260 or gardendesignmatters@connectfree.co.uk
Venue Address: Cliff Lane, Ipswich, IP3 0PJ
Tuesday 20 March
Talks for Lent 2012 - The Arts, Imagination and God
1.10pm
St Mary-le-Tower Church
The Right Revd Clive Young, musician and Bishop of Dunwich.
Admission free, retiring collection, light refreshments from 12.20pm
Contact: 01473 289001
Venue Address: Tower Street, Ipswich, IP1 3BE
Talks for Lent 2012 - The Arts, Imagination and God
1.10pm
St Mary-le-Tower Church
The Right Revd Clive Young, musician and Bishop of Dunwich.
Admission free, retiring collection, light refreshments from 12.20pm
Contact: 01473 289001
Venue Address: Tower Street, Ipswich, IP1 3BE
Saturday 24 March
Ipswich Hospital Band and Norfolk Broads Concert Band Joint Charity Concert
7.30pm
St Peter’s by the Waterfront
For more information see: Music Concerts in Suffolk
Ipswich Hospital Band and Norfolk Broads Concert Band Joint Charity Concert
7.30pm
St Peter’s by the Waterfront
For more information see: Music Concerts in Suffolk
Sunday 25 March
THE Wedding Fayre...!
11.00am till 4.00pm
The Cameo Hotel
For more information see: Wedding Fairs in Suffolk
THE Wedding Fayre...!
11.00am till 4.00pm
The Cameo Hotel
For more information see: Wedding Fairs in Suffolk
Tuesday 27 March
Talks for Lent 2012 - The Arts, Imagination and God
1.10pm
St Mary-le-Tower Church
The Very Revd Dr Frances Ward, author and Cathedral Dean
Admission free, retiring collection, light refreshments from 12.20pm
Contact: 01473 289001
Venue Address: Tower Street, Ipswich, IP1 3BE
Talks for Lent 2012 - The Arts, Imagination and God
1.10pm
St Mary-le-Tower Church
The Very Revd Dr Frances Ward, author and Cathedral Dean
Admission free, retiring collection, light refreshments from 12.20pm
Contact: 01473 289001
Venue Address: Tower Street, Ipswich, IP1 3BE
Saturday 31 March
Opening of the Butterfly House and brand New Round House
Jimmy’s Farm
For more details see: Jimmy's Farm
Opening of the Butterfly House and brand New Round House
Jimmy’s Farm
For more details see: Jimmy's Farm
Saturday 31 March
Casino Night - Friends of Somersham School
7pm till late
Somerham Village Hall
Friends of Somersham School cordially invites you to an adults only Casino Night - Ticket price includes gambling chips and luxury buffet. We also have a Licenced Bar.
Tickets: £7.50
For further information and ticket purchase please contact:
Kerry Bertolla - 01473 833064/07973 668389
Angela Swartz on 01473 658577/07810 323633
School Office - 01473 831251
Venue Address: Main Road, Somersham, Nr Ipswich, IP8 4PN
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Casino Night - Friends of Somersham School
7pm till late
Somerham Village Hall
Friends of Somersham School cordially invites you to an adults only Casino Night - Ticket price includes gambling chips and luxury buffet. We also have a Licenced Bar.
Tickets: £7.50
For further information and ticket purchase please contact:
Kerry Bertolla - 01473 833064/07973 668389
Angela Swartz on 01473 658577/07810 323633
School Office - 01473 831251
Venue Address: Main Road, Somersham, Nr Ipswich, IP8 4PN
Saturday 7 April
Produce and Craft Market at Jimmy's Farm
Jimmy’s Farm
For more details see: Jimmy's Farm
Produce and Craft Market at Jimmy's Farm
Jimmy’s Farm
For more details see: Jimmy's Farm
Saturday 14 April
Mendelssohn's ELIJAH performed by Trianon Music Group
7.30pm
Ipswich Corn Exchange
For more information see: Music Concerts in Suffolk
Mendelssohn's ELIJAH performed by Trianon Music Group
7.30pm
Ipswich Corn Exchange
For more information see: Music Concerts in Suffolk
Sunday 15 April
Grand Bridal Fayre
11am-4pm
Malthouse Event Centre
For more information see: Wedding Fairs in Suffolk
Grand Bridal Fayre
11am-4pm
Malthouse Event Centre
For more information see: Wedding Fairs in Suffolk
Sunday 15 April
DanceEast Academy 2012 Open Days
Ipswich
The DanceEast Academy offers young people with exceptional potential and talent the opportunity to access high quality dance training and provides world class, non-residential dance programmes to young people aged 10 - 18 years.
For more information and other dates available, please see: Dance East
DanceEast Academy 2012 Open Days
Ipswich
The DanceEast Academy offers young people with exceptional potential and talent the opportunity to access high quality dance training and provides world class, non-residential dance programmes to young people aged 10 - 18 years.
For more information and other dates available, please see: Dance East
Friday 20 April
Red Heart Charity Ball 2012 in aid of the British Heart Foundation
7.30pm
Novotel, Ipswich
Come and join the British Heart Foundation and help us to celebrate with a night of glamorous fun whilst raising money to help heart patients.
The Red Heart Ball will be hosted by BBC Suffolk’s James Hazell.
The red themed evening will start at 7.30pm, walk in on the red carpet and enjoy a red fruit cocktail, before sitting down to a three-course dinner, followed by coffee and a disco.
Tickets cost £45.00 per person (all proceeds to the British Heart Foundation) and discounts are available for tables of 10.
Right now, heart and circulatory disease is the UK’s biggest killer. All money raised from the ball will support the British Heart Foundation to fund vital research into the causes, treatment and prevention of heart disease and circulatory problems, and also for research into children’s heart problems and the provision of cardiac care equipment for local hospitals.
For more information and to buy tickets please call Mr and Mrs Brennan on 01473 747340 or email mayera@bhf.org.uk
Venue Address: Novotel, Grey Friars Road, Ipswich, IP1 1UP
Red Heart Charity Ball 2012 in aid of the British Heart Foundation
7.30pm
Novotel, Ipswich
Come and join the British Heart Foundation and help us to celebrate with a night of glamorous fun whilst raising money to help heart patients.
The Red Heart Ball will be hosted by BBC Suffolk’s James Hazell.
The red themed evening will start at 7.30pm, walk in on the red carpet and enjoy a red fruit cocktail, before sitting down to a three-course dinner, followed by coffee and a disco.
Tickets cost £45.00 per person (all proceeds to the British Heart Foundation) and discounts are available for tables of 10.
Right now, heart and circulatory disease is the UK’s biggest killer. All money raised from the ball will support the British Heart Foundation to fund vital research into the causes, treatment and prevention of heart disease and circulatory problems, and also for research into children’s heart problems and the provision of cardiac care equipment for local hospitals.
For more information and to buy tickets please call Mr and Mrs Brennan on 01473 747340 or email mayera@bhf.org.uk
Venue Address: Novotel, Grey Friars Road, Ipswich, IP1 1UP
Saturday 28 April
Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring
19.30
Ipswich School, The Great School
For more information see: Music Concerts in Suffolk
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Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring
19.30
Ipswich School, The Great School
For more information see: Music Concerts in Suffolk
Friday 8 June to Sunday 10 June
Alive & V-Dubbin
Gates open at 9am on Friday 8th June
Jimmy’s Farm
For more information see: Suffolk Festivals
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Alive & V-Dubbin
Gates open at 9am on Friday 8th June
Jimmy’s Farm
For more information see: Suffolk Festivals
Monday 17 December
"Shoot with the Chef" day at Box Tree Farm
The Bildeston Crown
For more information see: The Bildeston Crown
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The Bildeston Crown
For more information see: The Bildeston Crown
