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Christchurch Park

Christchurch Park in Ipswich, Suffolk offers 70 acres of gardens, woodland walks, and recreational facilities including a museum and café.

Christchurch Park

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Christchurch Park

Christchurch Park is one of Ipswich, Suffolk's most cherished green spaces, located on Bolton Lane and spanning 70 acres of woodland, meadows, and ornamental gardens. The park features the Grade II-listed Christchurch Mansion, a stunning Tudor building that's open to visitors and hosts regular exhibitions and events.

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Dog FriendlyChild FriendlyParkingWheelchair Accessible

Opening hours

Closed
Monday07:00 – 19:30
Tuesday07:00 – 19:30
Wednesday07:00 – 19:30
Thursday07:00 – 19:30
Friday07:00 – 19:30
Saturday07:00 – 19:30
Sunday07:00 – 21:00

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Christchurch Park parkrun
24 Oct
Parks

Christchurch Park parkrun

Christchurch Park24 Oct· 9amIpswichEvery Saturday

Every Saturday morning, Christchurch Park in Ipswich plays host to one of Suffolk's most welcoming community fitness fixtures. Christchurch Park parkrun is a free, timed 5k that rolls around at 9:00am each week and is genuinely open to everyone, whatever your pace or fitness level. The course runs…

Ipswich Fireworks Spooktacular 2026
31 Oct
Parks

Ipswich Fireworks Spooktacular 2026

Christchurch Park31 Oct· 6pm–10pmIpswich

The 11th Ipswich Scout Group runs this year's Fireworks Spooktacular, with proceeds supporting the group, and adds lasers to the display for a Halloween theme. Gates open at 6pm, the fireworks start at 8pm and family entertainment runs until 10pm, with live music from acts including JS & The…

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