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£285,000 makeover underway at The Mermaid in Ipswich
The Mermaid on Yarmouth Road has temporarily closed its doors for a major £285,000 refurbishment. The pub will reopen on 14 February.
Former British tennis star brings Andy Murray's winning formula to Ipswich
Mark Petchey, the coach who helped shape Andy Murray's early career, is bringing his expertise to Suffolk tennis players through a new coaching programme at Ipswich Sports Club.
Broomhill Pool restoration receives £10,000 community grant
The restoration of Ipswich's historic Broomhill Pool has secured an additional £10,000 in funding from NW Ipswich Big Local Trust. The grant will support ongoing plans to revive the Grade II listed lido.
St Stephen's Church opens doors to football fans and shoppers this Saturday
St Stephen's Church in Ipswich will transform into a pre-match venue and shopping retreat this Saturday, offering both football fans and Christmas shoppers a place to relax and grab a drink.
Historic Broomhill Lido restoration plans approved after delays
Plans to restore Ipswich's Grade II listed Broomhill Lido have been approved by the council. The 1930s outdoor swimming pool, which has been derelict since 2002, is set to reopen in summer 2026.
Sports centre users face price hike as council aims to break even
Users of Ransomes Sports Pavilion will see fees rise by up to 22% after Ipswich Borough Council approved increases to make the facility financially self-sufficient.
Council confirms 'heavy' leisure price increases
Ipswich Borough Council has announced significant price increases across its sports and leisure facilities, with some fees rising by more than 50% from 1 November 2024.
Free tickets to screening of new film Layla available now
Ipswich moviegoers can watch an exclusive preview of the new British film Layla for free at two local cinemas next month as part of a nationwide cinema initiative.
Ipswich Town star Leif Davis to attend Christmas lights switch-on next month
Ipswich Town defender Leif Davis will join thousands of residents for this year's Christmas lights switch-on celebration at the Cornhill on Sunday, 17 November.
The Snowman and The Snowdog exhibition is coming to Ipswich
Experience the magic of a beloved Christmas classic at The Hold on Ipswich Waterfront.
Belt out some karaoke classics with soap legend Barry from Eastenders tonight
Looking for something to do this evening? Join Shaun Williamson, better known as Barry from Eastenders, at his "Barrioke" event at The Baths in Ipswich tonight.
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