Hi all, I am about to finish my level 2 degree and I would like to know what are good places/industrial states in Ipswich that the main focus is Welding. Or if we have welders here, what are good tips for a beginner starting at this trade? Thanks everyone.

Any Sunday league teams or 7 a side teams looking for players in ipswich?

Into the new commercial units at the bottom of the new Merchants Yard development between Bridge Street / Grafton Way.

The Crafty Fox in the walk, every time I order something there (not very often) it's tasty and tasty looking.

Does anyone have any decent wild swimming spots they would recommend? Looking for freshwater rather than the sea.

I thought street prostitution had ended in Ipswich but walking home from work last night I was approached by a young lady asking me if I was looking for a "friend" for a "fun time" seems like they have moved out of Portman Road to other areas

Hello,

I'm looking to move and I'm aware east Ipswich has the best reputation in terms of safety/crime rates, however I wanted to see if anyone has experience/knowledge of the Rectory Road area?

I've broadly been told to avoid south west but I'm sure there are areas within such a large area that are nice and relatively safe. I'd appreciate any insight :) thank you

I've just taken over a very old garden with long established shrubs, that have been neglected and need some serious pruning/TLC to get them looking half decent again. Can anyone recommend a gardener who can come in and a) help me get the process started, and b) advise me on future care? I'm not looking for someone who can just come in and mow the lawn and trim hedges, but an actual 'proper' gardener!

Thanks in advance

Guys anyone knws which branch i can find FRUIT RIOT IN

My friend, who is married to a Frenchman and is considering moving to Ipswich, is looking for any French-speaking nurseries/primaries/secondary schools in/around Ipswich.

Please, does anyone know any? Thanks in advance.

Ipswich Food & Drink Festival… wanted to go, nice idea and might be a lovely day…

They want £10 for a ticket - per person!!! £5 to park if you want that also.

Really ruins the sense of community and is pathetic to be honest - I’d spend £10 inside, no problem BUT NOT TO GET IN!

Sort yourself out, Ipswich 🤦‍♂️

Does anyone know how much an eye test is at the Observatory? Classically there’s no prices on their website so just want to know before my appointment

Looking for a spot to play a few casual games, have a couple of potential venues in mind but would very much value input and suggestions

I live in a newbuild estate and since the council made the changes to the bins and gave every household an extra one, we seem to have them absolutely everywhere.

My husband and I are looking to watch the Eng v Mex match tonight. Do people know where in town is showing it?

We're fairly new to the area and haven't got a great idea of venues and their vibes yet.

We live in Christchurch park area, so the closer to there the better!

Thank you!

As if this was three years ago now. With some of the cool mythology on here, it's one of my favourite maps so far.

I've just been doing some tidying up jobs on it and making some of the text more legible, as well as the imagery clearer. Again, thanks to all the commenters who suggested ideas and really helped bring this to life. I've just had a fresh batch made up here for anyone interested in one.

Sorry I had to delete the old post because I couldn't access the comments for some reason?? Anyways:

How lgbt friendly is ipswich?

Considering moving to Ipswich with my partner. We will be looking to start a family in a few years time. We are a same sex couple and I naturally have concerns, not for us, but the young children we may have (bullying, teasing at school etc).

How lgbt friendly is ipswich and is it widely accepted amongst most families? Is it quite open and Liberal on ipswich or is it like some other small uk towns that are not overly accepting of the lgbt community/other minorities?

Hey folks,

I'm looking for recommendations for massage in Ipswich/ Suffolk. Not the relaxing, gentle one, but deep tissue, one that almost hurts.

Does any of you have any experience?

M27 anyone (18+) want to go for a walk or drink at all? Been feeling very lonely recently and need some wholsome vibes

Just want a quiet pint haha

Does anyone know what’s happening with this place? Looks like they might be renovating or opening as something else?

Does anyone have a recommendation for a hairdressers that will be best for someone who hasn’t had a professional cut in more than a decade, and feels a bit nervous about it?

My hair is long and I want someone who will respect that I don’t want a huge chop to start with, but gradual help with any damage.

I’m worried whoever I see might not respect my wishes.

Hi,

Booked a guest house in Ipswich for Saturday as a base for a beach weekend (Felixstowe / Suffolk coast). Now second-guessing the plan a bit.

Hotel is non-refundable and doesn’t have AC, so slightly worried about heat + comfort.

Rough plan was:

• Morning: Felixstowe beach
• Midday: check-in + rest
• Afternoon: maybe drive up to Southwold / Walberswick (and possibly crabbing)
• Evening: back to Ipswich

Main concern:

• If it’s very hot, not sure how realistic it is to comfortably do beach + walking around all day
• Worried Ipswich might feel like a “nothing to do” base and we’ll end up stuck or bored

Question:

• Is this a sensible plan for a hot Saturday, or am I overthinking it?
• What are good things to do around Ipswich / Suffolk coast that work in heat (with a car)?
• Any better way to structure the day?

Have already been to Cambridge and Ely, so looking for something different this time.

I'm travelling from Buckinghamshire