Nightlife in Ipswich
Ipswich's nights out are split between the Waterfront on the old dock and the streets of the town centre. Here is how they differ.
The Waterfront
The Waterfront, around the old Wet Dock and the marina, has bars and restaurants looking out over the boats. It is the most attractive setting for an evening in the town, and suits a meal followed by a drink by the water.
The Waterfront, around the old Wet Dock and the marina, has bars and restaurants looking out over the boats.
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The Cornhill and the centre
The Cornhill, the square in front of the Town Hall, is the heart of the town, and the streets around it carry the busier, later bars. It is livelier and louder at the weekend.
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The Saints
St Nicholas Street and St Peter's Street, between the centre and the Waterfront, are known locally as the Saints. They have smaller, more independent places, and make a natural route between the two areas.
St Nicholas Street and St Peter's Street, between the centre and the Waterfront, are known locally as the Saints.
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Theatre evenings
The New Wolsey Theatre and the Regent Theatre make a show an easy part of a night out, with the bars of the centre a short walk away.
The New Wolsey Theatre and the Regent Theatre make a show an easy part of a night out, with the bars of the centre a short walk away.
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Getting home safely, and planning around a booking
Trains to London Liverpool Street take a little over an hour, with fewer late services, so check the last train before you go out. The Waterfront is quiet late at night, so walk it in company. Use a licensed taxi, check the badge and share the journey with a friend. As everywhere on the site, this guide is for adults aged 18 and over.
Trains to London Liverpool Street take a little over an hour, with fewer late services, so check the last train before you go out.
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Ipswich areas worth knowing
- The WaterfrontBars and restaurants by the marina
- The CornhillThe square in front of the Town Hall
- St Nicholas StreetIndependent places in the Saints
- St Peter's StreetMore of the Saints, towards the Waterfront
- New Wolsey TheatreA theatre close to the centre
Frequently asked questions
It suits a relaxed evening of food and drink. For a later, louder night, the town centre is busier.
Trains run into the evening but not all night. Check the last departure for your day.
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