Services

Ipswich Towns Fund

The Towns Fund is a scheme of funding that has been launched by the Government for towns such as Ipswich to boost economic productivity and support sustainable growth.

Leisure

There’s plenty to see and do in Ipswich including our award-winning parks, sport and fitness facilities in our Ipswich Fit centres, a jam-packed events programme, as well as arts and entertainment in our venues such as Christchurch Mansion and the Ipswich Regent Theatre.

Licences and permits

Find out about licensing requirements and how to apply for a licence or permit. This includes taxi licensing, alcohol and entertainment premises, industrial licences and more.

Mayor

Find out about the Mayor of Ipswich, the mayor's charities and the history of the mayoralty.

Museums and galleries

Covering thousands of years of history, a visit to one of our museums or art galleries will take you on a fascinating journey through time.

Orwell Country Park

Orwell Country Park opened to the public in 1995 and has since expanded in size and facilities. Learn all about the 470-acre site.

Our Publication Scheme

Information that a public authority should make routinely available, it commits an authority to make information available as part of its normal business activities.

Parking

Where to park, permits and waivers, report a parking problem.

Parks and open spaces

Residents and visitors can enjoy access to over 500 hectares of green spaces and wildlife habitats throughout the town.

Paying your Business Rates

Information on paying Business Rates, dealing with non-payment, and handling summonses for overdue payments.

Pest control

The Council no longer offers pest control services. For issues with mice, rats, or other pests, please contact a local contractor. Please note: Contractors will charge for any call-out or action taken to eradicate pests in your home or premises.

 

Planning and Building Control

Information on planning applications, policy documents, conservation, building regulations, land charges and more.

Please contact the following numbers directly for more information:

Planning guidance

Planning application forms and fees, advice and guidance, how to search and comment on planning applications.

 

Planning Obligations

Information on Section 106 Agreements and the Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL).