Ipswich
Properties and events in Ipswich
Before heading out for your Heritage Open Days visit, please check entries for last-minute changes.
Ipswich 100
September 2024 is the centenary of Ipswich County Library. During the Heritage Open Days you will be able to view an exhibition curated by Suffolk Libraries and Suffolk Archives and take part in our Stone Seeking Quest.
The Master's House, Ipswich
Master's House is a 16th Century building and the business 'home' of Ipswich Central. It has a blue plaque for Co-operative Movement pioneer William King (1786-1865).
Guided Tours of Ipswich Town Hall, Mayor's Parlour and Corn Exchange
Fifty minute guided tours around Ipswich Town Hall, The Mayor's Parlour and the Corn Exchange.
Ipswich School Heritage Open Morning
Ipswich School will be opening its doors for a fascinating tour of the school’s long history on Saturday 7 September, as part of Heritage Open Days 2024.
Fore Street Pool
An elegant Victorian design with a fully glazed roof. Officially opened on the 1st March 1894 by the Mayor of Ipswich Samuel Anness. The first year saw over 42,000 people use the facility. The population of Ipswich was only 57,000 at the time.
Guided Tours of Ipswich Regent Theatre
Bookable free guided tours will lead you behind the curtain of East Anglia's largest theatre and see parts of the building not normally open to the public. Tours are limited to 20 people, and tickets must be booked in advance.
Meet the Tudors at Christchurch Mansion
7/8th September 2024 Meet the Withypolls at Christchurch Mansion 11 – 4 Saturday and Sunday Find out how the Tudors lived at the Mansion with a costumed guide from The Friends of the Ipswich Museums. Will Queen Elizabeth I be visiting?
Ipswich Maritime Trust on board Sailing Barge Victor
Come on board the iconic Sailing Barge Victor, meet members of the Ipswich Maritime Trust, and discover more about our maritime heritage.
Suffolk Archives - Behind the scenes tour of The Hold
A free behind-the-scenes tour showcasing the amazing collections at The Hold, Ipswich.
St Peter's by the Waterfront & The Ipswich Charter Hangings
Visit this historic mariner's church which has links to Cardinal Thomas Wolsey, view our heritage displays and the Ipswich Charter Hangings.
Ipswich Institute Reading Room and Library
Have you ever walked past the blue door hidden on Tavern Street in Ipswich and wondered what was behind it? Now is your chance! We will be opening our buildings to non-members to explore the Ipswich Institute, local history and heritage.
St Margaret's Church, Ipswich
For over 700 years, St Margaret’s has been at the heart of Ipswich. See our magnificent 15th century roof and our 21st century bellringing gallery. Self-guide with a leaflet (including one for children) and see our exhibit of old prints.
Broomhill Pool, Ipswich.
One of just 17 listed lidos in Britain. This "Art Moderne" pool building is one of the most attractive Lido style open-air pools in Britain and has an unrivalled position on the edge of Broomhill Park in Ipswich.
Ipswich Citadel Salvation Army celebrate 140 years
A warm invitation to explore the past and present life of our Corps (church) as we celebrate 140 years of the Salvation Army in Ipswich.
Ipswich Magistrates Court
Open day for the general public - with mock sentencing exercises, opportunities to speak to Magistrates and representatives of other agencies involved in the criminal justice system and behind the scenes tours of the court cells.
River Church Ipswich
River Church will be open for anyone to come and have a look around. Our coffee shop will be open for visitors to purchase refreshments.
Unitarian Meeting House - Ipswich
Grade I listed non-conformist Meeting House built in 1699 and still almost as it was then - open access for all. Pulpit in the style of Grinling Gibbons, wig pegs, spy hole, brass chandelier, box pews, and a Grade II Hall to visit next door.
Suffolk Lacemakers - display and demonstration of bobbin lacemaking
Suffolk Lacemakers will be promoting and demonstrating the heritage craft of bobbin lacemaking See lacemakers at work, look at a display of their work and try for yourself at the 'Have A Go' lace pillow