The 7 Best Hidden Gems Things to do in Ipswich, England

December 26, 2021 Mollie Coke

Ipswich (/ˈɪpswɪtʃ/ ( listen)) is the county town of Suffolk, England, located on the estuary of the River Orwell, about 60 miles (97 km) north east of London. The town has been continuously occupied since the Saxon period, and its port has been one of England's most important for the whole of its history.
Restaurants in Ipswich

1. Clifford Road Air Raid Shelter Museum

Clifford Road, Ipswich IP4 1PJ England +44 1473 251605 [email protected] http://www.cliffordroadshelter.org.uk/
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5.0 based on 27 reviews

Clifford Road Air Raid Shelter Museum

Former Air raid Shelter from World War 2 converted into a museum.

Reviewed By 1972march - Ipswich, United Kingdom

I accidentally stumbled across this on Google Maps, otherwise, I'd never have found this priceless gem! I had no idea there was an air raid shelter in Ipswich that was open to the public - it was only re-opened in 1989 apparently, and has been converted into a museum containing many artefacts from WW2. Run by volunteers, some in period costume, this wonderful place is well worth a visit. Opening times are limited and it's best to check their website. Perfect for all ages, and don't forget to check out the train!!

2. Red Rose Chain Theatre

Gippeswyk Hall Gippeswyk Avenue, Ipswich IP2 9AF England +44 1473 603388 http://www.redrosechain.com
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5.0 based on 63 reviews

Red Rose Chain Theatre

3. Christchurch Mansion

Christchurch Mansion Soane Street Seasonal opening times, see website for details, Ipswich IP4 2BE England +44 1473 433554 http://www.ipswich-waterfront.co.uk/place/christchurch-mansion/
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4.5 based on 475 reviews

Christchurch Mansion

Reviewed By 228izabellaj

Gorgeous museum, beautiful coffe shop, ice cream available, free entry in the museum, friendly staff

4. Ipswich Museum

High Street, Ipswich IP1 3QH England +44 1473 433551 [email protected] http://www.cimuseums.org.uk/Ipswich-Museum
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4.5 based on 294 reviews

Ipswich Museum

Reviewed By sarahbarrett2018 - Ipswich, United Kingdom

Step back in time and look with wonder through Victorian Eyes. a purpose built museum from the mid Victorian era with stuffed animals, egyptian mummys, and fossils from far and wide. Lots of workshops for families and young children. Close to Christchrch Park with Christchurch Mansion.

5. Ipswich Transport Museum

Cobham Road Old Trolleybus Depot, Ipswich IP3 9JD England +44 1473 715666 [email protected] http://www.ipswichtransportmuseum.co.uk/
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4.5 based on 220 reviews

Ipswich Transport Museum

Reviewed By captainnedludd - Norwich, United Kingdom

Superb museum in a massive hangar. Buses, trams, motorbikes, a model railway (watch out for the quirky cartoon characters who change all the time) - friendly staff, buses you can get on, and a nice little tea shop. Really fascinating. They do sometimes have a number of buses etc working - very well worth the effort to find out and go on one of those days.

6. Baylham House Rare Breeds Farm

Baylham House Farm Mill Lane Baylham, Ipswich IP6 8LG England +44 1473 830264 [email protected] http://www.baylham-house-farm.co.uk/
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4.5 based on 238 reviews

Baylham House Rare Breeds Farm

Baylham House Rare Breeds Farm is in the middle of the beautiful county of Suffolk in Eastern England and is a small livestock farm breeding farm animals that were once common but are now very rare. It's a great time to bring your whole family to the farm to meet the pigs, feed the goats and let the kids loose in the play area whilst you settle into the calm surroundings with a piece of homemade cake or a cream tea.

Reviewed By brilliantJersey

Me and my 5 year old son recently visited the Farm. My son loves it here so many lovely animals and such a lovely well looked after Farm. It always looks so lovely and clean especially since its reopened the safety measures in place are brilliant and we felt very safe. Its lovely walking round the footpaths around the field seeing all the animals and there's a lovely picnic area to have lunch in as well. Great value for money and a free bag of animal food as well! Great day out! We will be back!

7. Arcade Street Tavern

1 Arcade Street, Ipswich IP1 1EX England +44 1473 805454 https://www.facebook.com/arcadestreettavern/photos_stream
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4.5 based on 67 reviews

Arcade Street Tavern

Reviewed By Funfoodseeker - Portsmouth, United Kingdom

The service was fantastic and the range of gin and beer was brilliant. We found this place last minute on a trip to Ipswich and we are so glad we did, had a great afternoon trying a range of beers and gins, the staff are so helpful and will give you information and advice on what drink will suit your taste buds. We would like to go back very soon to sample the drinks we didn’t have time to get to. Thank you for a brilliant afternoon ????

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