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Living And Working In Ipswich

Ipswich is a town which lies in the county of Suffolk which is situated in East Anglia, England and is only a few miles inland from the coastline, lying on the estuary of the River Orwell. It is approximately 75 miles from London and a direct train can get you there in around an hour and a quarter. The nearest airport to the town is Southend.
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Joanna Clare
Content Manager
Published on
October 3, 2023

Ipswich is a town which lies in the county of Suffolk which is situated in East Anglia, England and is only a few miles inland from the coastline, lying on the estuary of the River Orwell. It is approximately 75 miles from London and a direct train can get you there in around an hour and a quarter. The nearest airport to the town is Southend.

It is a port town with an interesting history and is recognised as being one of the oldest towns in the UK with the town having over 650 listed buildings.

Ipswich claims to be the oldest town with a continuous settlement and it has seen much activity during the centuries. The Romans, the Vikings and the Saxons have all left their mark here as well as royalty. The town’s dock was once of huge significance for trade of all kinds of import and export goods from soap to grains. Ship building was also once a major part of the dockyards of the River Orwell and the port remained ever busy.

The port is still in operation today and has been placed at number one export port for agricultural products over many years. Over two million tonnes of cargo are handled here each year.Ipswich has a proficient and talented workforce and the area is well known and respected as a thriving hotspot for highly skilled jobs with an emphasis on all technology related industries, health care, manufacturing, defense, transport and logistics, education, energy and environment, food and agriculture and retail.

Ipswich is home to many attractions which include the beautiful Orwell Park on the banks of the river, the fascinating and historic Christchurch Mansion which dates from the 16th century and the Ipswich Transport Museum. The vibrant waterfront offers a selection of cafes, restaurants and luxury apartments where you can relax and watch the boats on the water. Ipswich also boasts a good choice of cultural entertainment with a range of venues including the innovative New Wolsey Theatre which has capacity for 400 people.

The University of Suffolk, spread over four separate campuses including a central hub in Ipswich is a fairly new university, having opened in 2007 yet has proved itself to be not only successful  but also increasingly popular and attracts students from all over the world.

Ipswich is fast emerging into one of the most desirable places to live and it is easy to see why. It is a peaceful town with a rich and interesting history, evident in its charming architecture and cultural attractions and the town boasts a strong economy with good job prospects. The close proximity to the Suffolk countryside and coastline allows residents to enjoy a balanced lifestyle with easy access to urban amenities and natural beauty.

Looking for a Career in Ipswich? We are hosting a careers fair at Ipswich Town Hall on Wednesday 4th October, between the times of 10am-2pm. Ours event are completely free for jobseekers and are a great way to meet hiring companies around the city. Find out more here!

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