There are several business support providers that offer independent, impartial information, advice and support, whether you are just starting out with a new business idea or running or growing an existing business.
Business Development and Enterprise at University of Suffolk
The Business Development and Enterprise team works with the University of Suffolk academic teams to support business engagement and enterprise in areas such as continuing professional development, consultancy, knowledge exchange and student enterprise.
Enterprise and Innovation Hub at Ipswich Library
Enterprise and Innovation Hub at Ipswich Library offers a range of bookable business space and events.
GOV.UK
The National Government website has all the information, guidance and support you need to help you start, manage or grow your business.
HMRC
HM Revenue & Customs
Offer a range of free services and workshops to help you understand your tax, National Insurance, VAT and International Trade responsibilities.
Great Business
The Government's new website offering support, advice and inspiration for growing your business.
Job Centre Plus
Jobcentre Plus provides a wide range of information and services, like benefits, loans and grants and help with finding a job.
Money Advice Service
The Money Advice Service is here to help everyone manage their money better. We do this by giving clear, unbiased money advice to help people make informed choices.
New Anglia Growth Hub
Growing or starting a business? New Anglia Growth Hub advisers can help.
Papworth Trust
Papworth Trust is a leading disability charity. Their work includes providing a range of high quality services for disabled and disadvantaged people and campaigning for changes that disabled people want.
Start Build & Grow
Do you want to start or grow your business in Ipswich? Start Build & Grow supports you from business concept to launch and ongoing growth.
Suffolk New College
Suffolk New College's specialised business team offers a simple and professional "One Stop Shop" for all your training needs.
Useful contacts and resources
The Business contacts and resources page may provide useful research for businesses in the Ipswich area.
Business networks
There are a number of business networks that operate in Ipswich and the surrounding area. These can be useful when setting up or relocating a business.
- Federation of Small Businesses
Largest campaigning pressure group, promoting and protecting the interests of the self-employed and owners of small firms. - Innovation Martlesham
Innovation Martlesham, in association with IP-Network, hosts FREE networking events every month. - Ipswich and Suffolk Small Business Association
Friendly and very active, non-profit making organisation which is dedicated to the support of small and new businesses in the county. - Suffolk Chamber of Commerce
Suffolk Chamber of Commerce exists to serve and support the Suffolk Business Community through a combination of services, networking and lobbying activities. - Ipswich and Suffolk Small Business Association
A membership organisation supporting local small business, networking events and the annual Anglia Business Exhibition. - Ipswich Game Developer Meetup
Monthly meetup to network and discuss game development. - Ipswich Creatives Meetup
Monthly gathering, where creative professionals can network, hear about projects, and give presentations
If you would like to add details of an Ipswich business network to this page please contact the Economic Development team.