Ipswich Central is the Business Improvement District (BID) for the town centre, waterfront, and 'Connected Town' area.
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An in-person event at Ancient House on Saturday, 4 April, will give people the chance to help shape the town's long-term cultural ambitions, while an online survey is already live for those who want to contribute sooner.
Long Reads
More people are visiting Ipswich town centre than at any point since just before the pandemic. But behind the headline figure lies a more complex story of shifting habits, squeezed spending power, and fundamental questions about what the high street is really for.
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An immersive light and sound sculpture that lets visitors create music by touch is coming to Ipswich's Cornhill next week – and it will be free for everyone to enjoy.
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Ipswich town centre will come alive with live music this spring as Brighten The Corners and Ipswich Central will host a new free, all-day festival across seven venues on Saturday, 25 April 2026.
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Local artists, designers and creatives wanting their work featured on a 170 square metre mural opposite Portman Road have until 17:00 on Sunday, 15 February to submit their designs.
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Entrepreneurs, start-ups and established businesses can access more than 30 free workshops, networking sessions and expert masterclasses this March when Ipswich Thrive business festival returns, doubling in scale after last year's successful debut.
Opinion
If you've grown up with something working a certain way – bringing you joy, pride, memories – of course, you're wary when someone suggests doing it differently. That's not closed-mindedness. That's human nature. And right now, it's playing out in every conversation about Ipswich's future.
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Fans of The Traitors can watch a free live screening of the hit BBC series finale on a big screen at The Church in Ipswich on Friday, 23 January.
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Ipswich has launched a major public campaign urging residents, businesses and organisations to show their support for the town's bid to become UK City of Culture 2029, with just one month until the submission deadline on 8th February 2026.
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Two years after Suffolk Constabulary overhauled its policing model to prioritise community engagement, the force says the changes are delivering results, with business leaders and town centre managers reporting improved safety and closer working relationships with local officers.
Long Reads
From traditional pantomimes at the Regent and New Wolsey Theatre to dance adaptations of classic tales and cinema screenings, Ipswich venues are offering entertainment for all ages throughout the festive season.
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Ipswich Minster marked a milestone on Friday night as it launched its first Christmas Tree Festival since being granted Minster status this year, with around 100 decorated trees now on display until 7 December.
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