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Suffolk FA are launching a NEW Community Football League Starting February 2012 @ Goals Soccer Centre (by Ipswich Waterfront on Grimwade Street) More details |
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WORK is set to get under way next month on renovating a “run-down” part of the Ipswich Waterfront A road will be installed between Patteson Road and Neptune Quay and the gate at the latter – seen by some marking the end of Ipswich Waterfront proper – will be removed. It is part of a project financed from a pot of money that developers pay into when they are granted planning permission. The area between the road and the water will also be improved. Ipswich Borough Council (IBC) officers met with around 40 Waterfront residents last week to discuss landscaping options. The authority will consult with businesses on the Waterfront before deciding how to proceed. Jay Harvey, co-ordinator of Ipswich Waterfront Action, said: “The area is in quite a run-down state and any way to improve that part of the Waterfront would be brilliant. “It will encourage people to go round the area more – people see that gate and think that’s the end of the Waterfront. There are business units there so once the area is improved hopefully more businesses will set up there.” Liz Harsant, who represents the Holywells ward on IBC, said: “I think it’s going to change the whole aspect. “The residents have already said they are the last concern and that everywhere else looks smart and their area looks grim. “I think it’s fantastic and I’m really proud I was part of it.” Mr Harvey added although work on the road is expected to get under way mid-February it is unclear at this stage whether it will be open to motorised traffic. Suffolk County Council is currently consulting on whether to fully pedestrianise the entire length of the Waterfront. Extract from East Anglian Daily Times |
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Ipswich Waterfront Traffic Management Full details are detailed below, but this is YOUR opportunity to take part in the Suffolk County Council consultation. Option 1 = Allowing relatively unrestricted private more vehicle use Option 2 = Preventing private motor vehicle use on the Northern Quays (although business will be able to have deliveries at certain times To vote visit http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/waterfrontROW Full details of the options can be downloaded HERE and further information is below The Ipswich Waterfront is a vital
and thriving part of Ipswich, enjoyed by visitors, residents
and businesses, and contribute to the economic and social
life of the town. Conflict arises between different types of
user of the roads around the waterfront, for example in
connection with the loading and unloading of ships in the
working part of the dock, and between vehicles, pedestrians
and cyclists on the northern quays. Until recently, there
has been some uncertainty about the status of the roads
around the waterfront, but this situation changed during
2011. Following a public inquiry in December 2010, , the
Secretary of State confirmed a Restricted Byway between
Foundry Lane and Shiplaunch Road, and a Byway Open to All
Traffic between Dock Street and Bath Street on New Cut West,
with a smaller section to the south of Bath Street as
Restricted Byway. Public byways are open for all types of
user, including motor vehicles, but public motor vehicles
are not allowed to use restricted byways, except for those
exercising a private motor vehicle right. Now that the status of the roads
has been confirmed, and the county council is looking at
transport connections in the town as part of the Ipswich
major scheme, this gives a good opportunity to have another
look at how traffic is managed around the waterfront, and to
seek the views of residents, businesses and the public. The county council can regulate who
is allowed access to the public highways around the
waterfront, including motor vehicles exercising a private
right by means of something called traffic regulation
orders, and there are already some in force around the
waterfront. Some users would like the current and relatively
unrestricted access, with its mix of motorised and
non-motorised vehicles to continue, whilst others would like
to see the area pedestrianised, at least around the shops,
bars and restaurants along the northern quays. The adjacent maps show two alternative options, one showing less restricted vehicular access, and the other showing more restricted access around the waterfront. In both options, public motor vehicles will continue to be able to use Byway 38, but the current traffic regulation order will need to be revised to allow cyclists to travel in both directions and to access the route from Bath Street. At the moment, the area known as St. Peter’s Dock between Bridge Street and the junction of Restricted Byway 36 and Foundry Road has no legal status as a highway, even though it is in regular public use. The county council is currently considering the best way to make part of this area a public highway.
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LIGHTWAVES
IPSWICH WATERFRONT
Interactive light, video
and sound installation by Creatmosphere |
LIGHTWAVES, IPSWICH WATERFRONT
Interactive light, video
and sound installation by Creatmosphere
Light Waves set to illuminate Ipswich
Ipswich Waterfront is set to come alive on the 30th
September 2011 as Creatmosphere’s new interactive lighting
project Light Waves switches on. The project, a combination
of light, sound and new digital technologies, has been
funded by the Arts Council England and sponsored by Smartest
Energy.
Renowned for creating light art that puts the space and the
public at the heart of the work, Creatmosphere’s Light Waves
aims to situate the Jerwood DanceHouse at the centre of a
new, vibrant and creative district by lighting-up the
familiar space that spans from Stoke Bridge to The Mill.
Emanating from the DanceHouse and moving through four
buildings, Light Waves shines a new light on the area, by
drawing on the latest digital technologies to offer the
public a chance to choreograph their own lighting show.
As Creatmosphere Creative Director Laurent Louyer states:
‘As well as influencing the colour of the wave of light
pulses, the public will also be able to affect the nature of
a projected animation and it’s accompanying soundscape by
interacting with the light. The longer the public interact
with it, the more they evolve the experience!’
Councillor Bryony Rudkin, leisure portfolio holder for
Ipswich Borough Council said:
‘We are excited to be working with Creatmosphere on Light
Waves and are grateful to Arts Council England for funding
this project. We hope Light Waves will not only enhance
visitors experiences of the Waterfront but benefit local
businesses while adding to the town’s rapidly developing
cultural scene.’
“Better light, less power” is a motif that runs throughout
Creatmosphere’s projects so it was important to us that the
lighting scheme was energy efficient and as a result uses
low-energy LEDs throughout.
Project Sponsor Jo Butlin, Vice President at SmartestEnergy
which purchases and supplies electricity from independent
generators such as communities, farmers and businesses,
said:
“As a fast-growing energy company which is expanding its
presence in Ipswich, we are delighted to be supporting Light
Waves. The project is a great example of how an innovative
approach to energy can create a dramatic visual impact
without a significant carbon footprint.”
“It also ties in with our work to support the move to a low
carbon economy in the UK through our growing portfolio of
renewable energy projects.”
Light
Waves is set to run for two years and will be visible to the
public every night from dusk until midnight.
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55,000
!!!!!!! Ipswich is a fantastic Maritime Town......... our biggest problem is we don't shout about it enough! It was great to see people wearing stickers saying "I love Ipswich". This weekend we did shout and the
Maritime Ipswich event attracted over 55,000 visitors for a
fantastic weekend of activities for the whole family - and
being a FREE festival made it even better!! This event
showed that Ipswich is a great place to come to! This event was organised by Ipswich Borough Council (big thanks to the events team!) in association with Ipswich Central, Ipswich Waterfront Action, Ipswich Maritime Trust, ABP and OLD Gaffers. So, what did you think of it? Please email me information about what you enjoyed about the event together with any comments for the future. Ipswich Waterfront Action will collate
the comments and will not identify you in the
results. Please include your postcode with your comments. Many thanks for your support in attending this event ...... and we
look forward to hearing from you.
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New book featuring history of the Ipswich Port |
A new book charting the history of Ipswich port is available now at the Ipswich Borough Council’s Tourist Information Centre. "The Port of Ipswich - Its Shipping and Trades", by Richard W Smith and Jill Freestone, has been a 12-year labour of love for the two authors, who both grew up within sight, sound and smell of the docks and river. Both Richard and Jill have vivid childhood memories of the paddle steamers, sailing barges, mills, and cranes that typified the working port and have compiled these, along with their research, into the magnificent 382-page book telling the story of 150 years of the working port, incidents on the Orwell in war and peace, and bringing to life characters and ferrymen (and their dogs). The book is beautifully illustrated by photographs brought together by the authors. "The Port of Ipswich - Its Shipping and Trades" is available from the Tourist Information Centre, St Stephen's Church. It is a limited edition hardback of 250 and is priced at £30. NEWSFLASH - Signed copies can be bought at the Maritime Ipswich Festival |
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An exciting programme is being put together for the Maritime Ipswich Waterfront Weekend on Saturday 20th and Sunday 21st August 2011 A definite event to be at!! More details |
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Music of the Spheres - The Ipswich Waterfront Soiree FRIDAY 24TH JUNE from 4pm - to late! Imagine.......2 giant spheres - the largest the size of a four-storey building - floating on the water at Ipswich Marina. Inside one, suspended in the centre six metres above the water, an aerial dancer weaves up and down on a silk trapeze. The second Sphere weaves a ballet on the water with a flute player suspended inside. Searchlights and smoke effects complete the scene to create a unique theatrical event. A Waterfront Soiree Market - 50th Pin Mill Barge Match Carnival Arts Parade - Street Entertainment throughout evening Ipswich Arts Festival Launch - Music of the Spheres [Road closures to be in place between 3pm-11pm] More Information |
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New Tourist Displays for Ipswich Waterfront A new information display is being officially opened on the Waterfront, enabling visitors to find out more about what’s on and where in Ipswich. The panels are a collaboration between two students at University Campus Suffolk (UCS) and the design unit at Ipswich Borough Council. They include a brief history of Ipswich and its Waterfront and show people how far they are away from a variety of attractions in the town. The two second-year BA (Hons) Tourism & Event Management students involved are Hannah Peckham and Leanne Kightly. They said: "This project is a vital part of our course and has also been an enjoyable experience for us both. It has helped us put the theory we have learnt into practice, gaining experience in how the tourism industry works. We hope these displays will encourage you to explore Ipswich and discover all that the town has to offer." More Information [Taken from the Ipswich Borough Council Website] |
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Summer Schools @ Dance East Between 1st-12th August, DanceEast will be offering a whole host of summer classes for children between the ages of 5-15 to participate in, with everything from arts and crafts to hip hop skills being covered. More details 295230 |
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The famous and award winning Ipswich "Ip-art" Festival is running this year between 24th June - 10th July 2011. The event will launch with "Music of the Spheres" with Waterfront Entertainment and a Market from 4pm on Friday 24th June and going on to late. There is a great line-up of events taking place on the Ipswich Waterfront/Quayside with something suitable for everyone! Listing of Ipswich Waterfront Events Full Listing |
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Saturday 18th June @ 7.30pm Holy Trinity Church Ipswich Waterfront Suffolk Concert Band |
Suffolk Concert Band are preparing for a "Celebration of British Music" concert to include .......Fantasia on British Sea Songs (by Henry Wood), Music from Stage Shows and much, much more! Holy Trinity Church near Ipswich Waterfront is hosting this event and has amazing acoustics. The event is free and no tickets are needed. Cheese and Wine is available in the interval More information |
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Something Yummy Cake & Sandwich Shop 20 Pownall Road IP3 0DS Tel: 215688 |
Cup Cake Eating Competition & More - Bank Holiday Monday 2nd May 2011 - Ipswich Waterfront How quick can you eat 10 cupcakes? Face Painting - Cake decorating Competition Raffle All of this is taking place at "Something Yummy" on Pownall Road at the Ipswich Waterfront this Bank Holiday Monday between 11am-5pm as a charity event to raise money for The Alzheimer's Society. Just come along for a great time! 28/04/11 |
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Raising the Flag of St George Holy Trinity Church have decided to celebrate St George's Day by reinstating their flag pole on the Church Tower and flying a huge St George's Flag. Apart from flying the flag over the Ipswich Waterfront, the flag will also be a reminder that Holy Trinity Church is the nearest "open" church to the Ipswich Waterfront and invites anyone to come along at any time. The church is open for visitors and private prayer during the week and if you haven't been inside it's well worth it! |
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Dance East Academy Open Day - Saturday 7th May Dance East Academy is recruiting enthusiastic, motivated young people 10-16 years who have an interest in perusing dance as a career. Training is provided for young people at the Ipswich Waterfront base for have exceptional potential and talent. More Information 24/04/11 |
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Ipswich Waterfront Rotary Club Event Ipswich Orwell Rotary Club, which meets at the Bistro on the Quay on Ipswich Waterfront, is holding a "hospitality evening" in the UCS Boardroom on Thursday 14th April @ 6pm. The idea is to introduce local business people to Rotary. More details and to book a place contact Marc Ruse 06/04/11 |
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Ipswich Waterfront Student Village Project Presentation Many members of the public attended the Public Exhibition / Consultation about the proposed building development in Fore Street and had their opportunity to comment, disagree and make suggestions. The proposed development is on derelict land between Fore Street and Key Street, would boast around 400 student flats, music venue, medical centre and crèche. Project sponsors say that the facilities would be open to members of the public as well as students. Generally this seemed to be a very positive event and it was great to see the amount of Community Space included both the the proposed "Custom House Square" and in the middle of the development. A new public inviting route would be established helping join up the town and the waterfront. Download presentation (right click - "save as" - on to your computer) 17/03/11 |
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Public Inquiry on the Right of Way around and on Ipswich Waterfront Docks - Quayside REPORT NOW PUBLISHED |
Restricted By-Ways on Ipswich Waterfront / Docks / Quayside Following the Public Inquiry in December 2010 the long awaited report from The Planning Inspectorate has now been published. This detailed report gives details of the decisions but does require several modifications. However, what these modifications actually are is unknown at the moment.....but watch this space for more information! Download The Order Decisions and Report (right click - "save as" - on to your computer) 16/03/11 |
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Ipswich Riverside Folk Weekend - The Steamboat Folk Weekend Ipswich Riverside Folk Weekend (now called The Steamboat Folk Weekend) is now in its 8th Year and takes place on Saturday 11th June and Sunday the 12th June in and around the Steamboat Tavern in New Cut West on Ipswich Waterfront. Both days will start with Morris dancing on the Ipswich Quayside with sides from Suffolk and Essex. On Saturday the dancing will be followed by a variety of live musical performances during the afternoon – all for free, hopefully in the pub garden – weather permitting. Food will be available all day. In the evening there will be a £3 charge to see two lively local bands – again we have yet to confirm which ones but they are guaranteed to be lively and local! On Sunday we have always tried to book a well known act and this year we are very pleased to be able to present Vin Garbutt. Vin is a Nationally known and loved Folk Singer from Teeside who is not to be missed. Tickets for the afternoon will be available in advance from the Steamboat Tavern priced £10 to include full supporting programme starting at about 2pm and ending with 11/2 hours of Vin Garbutt. Food will be available throughout. More Details 11/03/11 |
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Latest Roadwork Updates for Ipswich Download 11/03/11 |
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Art Auction @ UCS BA Fine Art Degree Students are hosting a special Ipswich Waterfront Art Auction on 30th March to raise money towards a degree Show EXIT More Details 07/03/11 |
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Special Musical Concert on Ipswich Waterfront "Show Time" promises to be a great night of music from shows and musicals and is being held at St Peter's Ipswich by the Ipswich Waterfront on Saturday 26th March by the Ipswich Hospital Band and St Peters Band More details 06/03/11 |
 (location in on Key Street opposite the Old Customs House) Map from Google Maps |
Public Exhibition for NEW Ipswich Waterfront Regeneration Project A Public Exhibition illustrating and explaining the proposal for a new project will shortly take place on Wednesday 16th March between 8am-2pm at the Tudor Barn on the proposed development site (land between Key Street and Fore Street - including 47 Key Street). Proposal for a mixed-use regeneration project incorporating Student Accommodation for UCS, Venue, Medical Centre, Crèche, Shops and Offices Please attend this exhibition and let us know your views. Further details 27/02/11 |
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Latest Information on the Duke Street Roadworks Ipswich Waterfront Duke Street / Fore Hamlet Junction – Footway works are ongoing and work on the steps in front of Countrylife Stoves has commenced. Two-way traffic will be maintained throughout these works. Fore Hamlet / Pownall Road Junction - Footway widening in Pownall Road will be completed in February / March 2011. Bishops Hill – The installation of the bus lane going down Bishops Hill is underway. Works involve widening the carriageway, resurfacing and associated works to the traffic islands is due for completion in March 2011. Duke Street / Pownall Road Junction - Improvements to the pedestrian crossing facilities are planned to be constructed February / March 2011. Duke Street - Resurfacing between the Pownall Road junction and the Myrtle Road roundabout is due in March 2011. Work on the Duke Street / Fore Hamlet Junction – Footway works are ongoing and work on the steps in front of Country Life Stoves has commenced. Two-way traffic will be maintained throughout these works. Fore Hamlet / Pownall Road Junction - Footway widening in Pownall Road will be completed in February / March 2011. Bishops Hill – The installation of the bus lane going down Bishops Hill is underway. Works involve widening the carriageway, resurfacing and associated works to the traffic islands is due for completion in March 2011. Duke Street / Pownall Road Junction - Improvements to the pedestrian crossing facilities are planned to be constructed February / March 2011. Duke Street - Resurfacing between the Pownall Road junction and the Myrtle Road roundabout is due in March 2011. Work on the new Public Realm area, at the bottom of Back Hamlet, will commence in March 2011., at the bottom of Back Hamlet, will commence in March 2011. Download Completed Plan 26/02/11 |
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Latest
Roadwork Updates for Ipswich Download 25/02/11 |
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Tall Ship "The James Cook" to visit Ipswich Docks Waterfront Quayside 41 Club (The Association of Ex-Round Tabler's Clubs) is coming to Ipswich for its annual conference. As well as the usual facilities, including a charity gold day and a fancy dress ball, 41 Club has teamed up with its chosen charity for the year, Ocean Youth Trust, to sail the Tall shop The James Cook into the Ipswich Waterfront to kick off the event. The Tall Ship will be in Ipswich Docks for 3 days from 14th April 2011 18/02/11 |
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Parenting Course to Run On Ipswich Waterfront Church Hope Church are to run a "Parenting Course" led by Jo Gell on 5 Tuesday's in March 2011. Everyone is welcome to attend - Mums, Dads, Cares, Grandparents, Child-minders... More Information 17/02/11 |
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Treasures and Trinkets Fayre Another great Ipswich Waterfront Market is going to be held on Sunday 20th March. The "Treasures and Trinkets" Fayre will take place between 10.30am-4pm. If you would like to be a stall holder then download more information 16/02/11 |
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Fencing to make Dock Safer ABP today have started installing metal posts along the Orwell Quay part of the Ipswich Docks Waterfront in preparation for chains to be shortly fitted making it harder for people to accidentally fall in to the Water at the Ipswich Docks / Waterfront / Quayside 15/02/11 |
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Latest
Roadwork Updates for Ipswich Download 11/02/11 |
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UCS Community Engagement Review The UCS have now published their report on how they engage with the Ipswich Waterfront Community. Download Please email your comments and thoughts about this 04/02/11 |
 Photo courtesy of BBC showing the ship being towed in to Ipswich Docks in 2010 |
HMS Quorn Visiting Ipswich Waterfront Docks HMS Quorn is coming to Ipswich on Thursday 3rd and remaining until Monday 7th February and will be moored up on Orwell Quay On Saturday 5th the ship will be open for visitors between 9.30am-4pm If you haven't been to visit HMS Quorn then it is well worth a visit! On Sunday 6th there will be a parade through the town starting at 12 Noon on the Cornhill where HMS Quorn will be given the Freedom of the Borough - not to be missed! 04-02-11 |
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Ipswich Maritime Festival come to the Ipswich Quayside / Docks / Waterfront Celebrating all things nautical, this exciting free festival brings together Ipswich's maritime past, present and future. Join us on the Quayside, Docks and Waterfront at Ipswich and for a celebration or maritime traditions, with open-air performances and entertainment set against a backdrop of traditional, classic and working vessels. From 10am to 6pm on Saturday 20th and Sunday 21st August 2011, visitors can enjoy a range of activities right along Ipswich Waterfront, from Stoke Bridge to Orwell Quay. Discover visiting vessels, period and modern re-enactments, dance performances, displays and stalls, live traditional music, food and drink festival, fireworks and much more. Are you interested in being involved? More Information 21-01-11 |
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Job Opportunities  |
There are still
some job opportunities to work for the Census during April
and May. Some are part time and others full time More Information 17-01-11 |
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CCTV for Ipswich Waterfront / Docks moves forward |
Thanks to a grant from the Ipswich Local Strategic Partnership, it looks like the proposed CCTV for the Ipswich Waterfront will finally get the go ahead. The infra-structure for this was installed some time ago and money sought and put-a-side towards the CCTV System. Plans are to install 8 cameras in 7 locations which will be in operation 24/7 and monitored in the existing town centre CCTV control room at Ipswich Borough Council. Proposed locations for the camera are Neptune Marina (2) Isaacs Ashton Graham Regatta Quay (Pizza Express area and City Living area) Jerwood Dance House Stoke Bridge More information as available 16-01-11 |
"Trimilia - Dunkirk - Little Ship" now based at Ipswich Docks / Waterfront  |
It has been great to welcome the "Trimilia" Little Ship to its new home on the Ipswich Waterfront / Docks at Haven Marina. Once the RNLI Prudential, this great and historic ship was part of the many rescuing the 3000 soldiers from the war-ravaged beaches of Dunkirk. David & Moira Jay have now permanently moved the ship to Ipswich Haven Marina and David run a New Business here at Ipswich Waterfront. Baronjay 12-01-11 |
Speed
Dating at the Waterfront (Quayside)? Quayside Bar Restaurant |
Destiny Speed Dating are holding three speed dating events in February at the Quayside Bar and Restaurant on the Ipswich Waterfront. 7th (for the under 35's) 8th (for the 30-45's) 9th (for the over 45's) The events are being run by Nicki Yucel wife of Max Moussa (owner of Quayside) There is a charge of £12.95 with some of the proceeds going to the East Anglia's Children's Hospices Treehouse Appeal) More information from 08-01-11 |
Invitation to Exhibit at New Year New You! Beauty, Health and Lifestyle Fayre |
Dance East are going to hold a New Year New You! - Beauty, Health and Lifestyle Fayre Sunday 30th January 10.30am-4pm and Invite you to have a stand at this event Download Details and Application Form 07-01-11 |
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HMS Quorn to be given Freedom of the Borough of Ipswich? Photo courtesy of BBC showing the ship being towed in to Ipswich Docks in 2010 |
Ipswich Borough Councillors are later in January going to be discussing and voting on the proposal to grant HMS Quorn - successor to HMS Grafton - the Freedom of the Borough of Ipswich. Councillor Robin Vickery said "Ipswich has got a very good and very long maritime history and this will maintain that and add to it. HMS Quorn will be returning to Ipswich in the first week of February and if this honour is granted it gives the HMS Quorn Seamen the privilege to march through the town with fixed bayonets, drums beating and colours flying. If you haven't been to visit HMS Quorn then it is well worth a visit! 06-01-11 |
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Ipswich Waterfront Maritime Festival 2011 |
Ipswich Waterfront Maritime Festival Plans are now taking shape now for the Ipswich Maritime Festival to take place on the Ipswich Docks / Quayside / Waterfront on Saturday 20th and Sunday 21st August. More details will be announced shortly Maritime Festival Page Link to be informed on updated 04-01-11 |
Public Inquiry on the Right of Way around and on Ipswich Waterfront Docks - Quayside |
The Public Inquiry is now finished after over-running the original time slot. All who wanted to were able to have their say with the Inspector being very accommodating in hearing both evidence and comments. The results of the decisions on the five rights of way around Ipswich Docks / Ipswich Waterfront Quayside will be announced in February / March and a full copy of these will be downloadable from this website. Make sure that you have signed up to receive our email mailing list so you can be informed as soon as we know the decision 02-01-11 |
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Micro Brewery for Ipswich Waterfront  Isaacs |
Micro-Brewery at Isaacs Plans have been submitted for Isaacs (based on the Ipswich Quayside / Waterfront) for a micro-brewery to be built on the site of the former Old Lloyds Bank building on Fore Street (back of Isaacs). The several hundred thousand pound transformation will convert this derelict building into a Micro-Brewery, Bar and Roof Terrace 01-01-11 |
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