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The Christchurch Park
Christchurch Park is Ipswich’s oldest public park, opening in 1895, but was the site of an Augustinian priory as far back as the 12th Century.
Within the park, there are many attractions. There is an upper and lower arboretum – the ‘horticultural gem’ of Ipswich, providing a tranquil setting in which people can relax and reflect. The park is one of the wildlife hubs of the town, and has over 100 species of birds within it, as well as grey squirrels and foxes, and contains a wilderness area, a children’s playground and an outdoor nature classroom.
“The artist is the creator of beautiful things. To reveal art and conceal the artist is art’s aim. The critic is he who can translate into another manner or a new material his impression of beautiful things.”
The park has been awarded 11 consecutive Green Flags and is also the centre for outdoor entertainment in Ipswich, with summer concerts, free tennis courts and the historic Christchurch Mansion, open free to the public and with a tea room.
Water Front
This iconic area is what makes Ipswich ‘East Anglia’s Waterfront Town’. This vibrant area of the town is alive with restaurants, cafes and bars; all perched on the waters edge.
This iconic place – waterfront, It is a great place day and night; watch world-class dance at DanceEast, hop on an Orwell River cruise or relax in the sumptuous Salthouse Harbour Hotel.
“Ipswich is a vibrant and culturally diverse county town and regional centre with a strong heritage and the new University of Suffolk on the town’s transformed Waterfront.”
Formerly Ipswich Docks, the Waterfront, though still under redevelopment, is now a lively and trendy area with new apartment blocks, the University of Suffolk, marinas, bars and cafés and is buzzing with people on summer evenings and at weekends.
Customers outside a popular pub, Isaac’s, on the Waterfront in Ipswich, Suffolk, Eastern England. Next door to the pub is a luxury boutique hotel, the Salthouse Harbour. Ipswich is the county town of Suffolk in Eastern England and is one of the oldest towns in England.
Town Centre
This area is perfect for shopping your favourite high-street brands as well some independent shops and boutiques across Sailmakers and The Buttermarket shopping centres plus Tavern Street; the main high street.
Outside of Butter market 
Ipswich’s Town Hall can be found at the Cornhill and there are many other beautiful, historic buildings to admire including the Ancient House and The Walk.
Ipswich town centre has a great range of shopping facilities.
Many leading national retailers trade in Ipswich, either on one of the main thoroughfares such as Tavern Street, Westgate Street and the Buttermarket, or in one of the two large shopping complexes – Sailmakers and The Buttermarket Shopping Centre.
Ipswich has a range of buildings from different historical periods all set in the town’s old medieval town layout. In the town centre early timber framed buildings are evident, as well as examples of architecture from the Tudor and Elizabethan eras. The town centre also includes examples of modern architecture.
“There are apparently plans afoot to improve the journey, though it’s perfectly pleasant on a sunny day.”
The Chantry Park
Chantry Park is the largest town park in Ipswich. It extends over 124 acres of
parkland and wildlife areas on the western edge of town.
It has a variety of habitats including ponds, grassland, native and non-native plants, and woodland – including old and veteran trees.
The Wildlife and Education Rangers hold events such as nature walks, arts and crafts activities, storytelling and trails for children of all ages.The park was designated a Conservation Area in 2005 and contains a County Wildlife Site.
ActiveLives has an open day every Tuesday from 10am where visitors can purchase plants from the nursery.
The grounds around the ‘Chantry’ Mansion were laid out in an Italianate style and are on the English Heritage register of historic parks and gardens. Plans to restore many of the original features are progressing.
Chantry Park has played host to several large music events and is a base for several charity fun runs.The Friends of Chantry Park are working towards developing some smaller events working closely with ActiveLives
The Friends of Chantry Park is a volunteer group working to help manage and promote this beautiful historic town park. Visit the Friends of Chantry Park website and Facebook.
Ed Sheeran Concerts 2019
Chantry park has always been a musical place in Ipswich, it has became more famous recently since it was holding Ed Sheeran world tour’s last stage in August 2019.There were thousands of fans have descended on Chantry Park in Ipswich to watch Suffolk superstar Ed Sheeran perform four massive homecoming concerts.
“After months of preparation Ed Sheeran has completed the final night of his Divide tour here in Suffolk. Around 120,000 eager fans caught a glimpse of the superstar during his four Ipswich performances. “
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