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Colors of Ipswich - traditions, festivals, mentality and lifestyle

Formation, Ravenswood, Ipswich The capital of the country of Suffolk is a city with a rich history. It is also the motherland of many famous people. These are Cardinal Thomas Wolsey, the almoner of Henry VIII, and popular actor Ralph Fiennes. Thomas Gainsborough lived and worked in this city. In different years, many popular writers, such as Dickens and Chaucer, visited Ipswich and later dedicated their novels to it. As the city is located on the River Orwell that flows into the North Sea, visitors from different countries have been frequent guests in Ipswich. Local people have long become accustomed to that, and this fact, of course, has made its impact on the national character in the region. Ipswich was also an important merchant city in the country, and this factor also shaped the national character in many ways.
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Tourists can always ask locals for help. Ipswich residents will surely help and then start a casual small talk. Weather is the most typical theme of such conversations. It is easy to talk hours about it in Great Britain. Local people are quite restrained, and it is almost impossible to catch them off-guard. They leave emotional behavior and active body language to passionate Italians. At the same time, it is easy to find common ground with them because they are great interlocutors and listeners.
Ipswich regularly hosts interesting festivals, and some of them attract not only locals but also numerous travelers who visit the city on purpose to visit these events. A festival with a very simple name, Nearly, is one of these events. It is a music festival that is held in Suffolk Show Ground, Trinity Park. Without a doubt, it is one of the most notable events in the region despite the fact that the festival is relatively young. Among headliners of Nearly, there are always famous and popular musicians that have become successful internationally. Besides music, it is a wonderful place to eat local food and purchase branded merchandise. There is a charming playground for children. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
This is a port town located in the eastern part of the country on the shore of the Orwell River. Ipswich, which is situated on the crossing of important trading routes, has been playing a … Open
SPILL Festival of Performance is one more colorful event that takes place in the capital of Suffolk County. The eleven-day-long event usually starts at the end of October and lasts until the beginning of November. SPILL Festival of Performance is dedicated to modern art in its different forms. During the event, central streets of the city become the stage for various performances, such as theater plays, music and dancing shows, art installations, film screenings, and more. The festival is a multi-dimensional one, and that is a reason why it has so many fans.
Neptune Quay Marina The end of June is the time for Waterfront Street Food & Craft Beer Festival in Ipswich. At this festival, visitors can enjoy a friendly and family-like atmosphere, as well as delicious beer with various snacks. Of course, no event is possible without music. Chefs from the nearby restaurants unleash their cooking skills and offer a special festive menu. It would be a mistake to think that this festival is suitable for adults only. While parents enjoy their beer, kids can play in a special playground installed for the festival. The wonderful event usually takes place in Ipswich Waterfront Park.
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At the end of the next month, it is possible to visit one more interesting event - Jimmy's Festival. It is usually held at Jimmy Doherty's Farm, which is located at Pannington Hall Lane. Attractions, music, master-classes, artisan workshops, a fair trade, local and exotic food – all these await lucky visitors of the fabulous event. A friendly, family-like atmosphere and merry laughs of children make everyone excited and trouble-free. Many locals and travelers like this festival because everyone will easily find something to fit their taste at this event.
St Lawrences church Ipswich Suffolk As the home city of Thomas Wolsey has a strategic location not far from the North Sea and has a large port because of that, Ipswich certainly has a festival dedicated to sailing. In the middle of August, all guests of the city have an opportunity to participate in Ipswich Maritime Festival. People dress as pirates and sailors to create a truly festive atmosphere. Maritime inspired music and special food containing only fish and seafood make this festival even more exciting. The festival is usually held at the waterfront of the city.
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One of the most amazing events in the whole region starts at the beginning of August. This is the Festival of Wheels, an event, during which visitors can see hundreds of vehicles. Vintage cars, motorbikes, trucks, trailers – all of the participating vehicles have some kind of peculiarity. The event is traditionally held in Trinity Park. In addition to the main program, there are a fair trade, animators, an opportunity to ride a donkey, body art sessions, simulators, and much more. The event is family oriented, so children will be definitely excited to visit it as much as adults.
facade of the main house Tourists, who visit Ipswich at the beginning of June, simply cannot miss Ipswich Fake Festival. The event is held at Christchurch Park. The schedule includes performances of Ipswich bands that play tributes and covers. If you haven’t had an opportunity to visit a concert of Ozzy Osbourne or AC/DC, don’t be sad as at this event you will feel like your favorite musicians are present at the stage. It is something like a masquerade, but performers dress like rock stars.
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Map of all churches
Cathedrals and basilicas near Ipswich
♥   Former Cathedral of the Holy Trinity, Norwich, 60.7 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, Norwich, 61.2 km from the center. On the map   Photo
Map of all castles
Survived castles around Ipswich
♥   Castle 'Framlingham Castle' , 19.9 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Castle 'Orford Castle' , 24.9 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Castle 'Eye Castle' , 26.3 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Castle 'Colchester Castle' , 28 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Castle 'Hedingham Castle' , 39.9 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Castle 'Clare Castle' , 40 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Castle 'Bungay Castle' , 45.4 km from the center. On the map   Photo
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Traditions and festivals in cities around Ipswich

Cityguide on traditions, mentality and lifestyle of people in Ipswich. Learn the best periods to visit Ipswich to discover its soul - authentic festivals, events and celebrations. We will also reveal the interesting habits, attitude towards the world and to tourists in Ipswich.
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