Ipswich County Library

Northgate Street, Ipswich, IP1 3DE

Opening Times

The accessible entrance on Old Foundry Road is currently unavailable. Customers needing assistance to enter the library can call 01473 927260 a member of staff will be able to help them.

The Northgate Room will be unavailable for a private event from 13:00 on Friday 4 September to 17:00 on Saturday 5 September.

Ipswich County Library will be opening at the later time of 11:00 on Monday 21 September.

Out of hours book return is available at this library.

Monday: 09:00 – 18:00
Tuesday: 09:00 – 19:00
Wednesday: 09:00 – 18:00
Thursday: 09:00 – 18:00
Friday: 09:00 – 19:00
Saturday: 08:30 – 17:00
Sunday: 10:00 – 16:00

Contact details

Phone: 01473 927260
Email: library.help@suffolk.gov.uk
Facebook page
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Friends of Ipswich Library
Manager: Charmain Osborne

Facilities

Library facilities

Charmed Café: Open Monday to Friday 09:00 – 16:00, Saturday 09:30 – 15:00
Cash and cards accepted
Display space: Double sided display case available for hire
Jigsaw swap and board games library
Free menstrual products
Baby weighing facilities
Home Library Service

Accessibility

Acessible toilet
Baby changing facility
Wheelchair access

Accessibility information on
accessable.co.uk

IT & Printing

Please be aware that printers are turned off 15 minutes before closing.

How to use the library

First time visiting the library? Take a look at our accessibility video walkthrough to show you how to find and navigate this library, so you know what to expect when you visit us.

This video was funded by the LibraryOn programme which is supported by Arts Council England.

Events

Events coming up at this library:

All Hands on Tech

Ipswich County Library

Fun digital activities, games and puzzles for children aged 3-11.

Date: Sat 1 Aug 2026

Every Saturday
Time: 14:15 – 15:30
Place: Ipswich County Library, Northgate Street, Ipswich

Children's Crafts at Ipswich

Ipswich County Library

Enjoy a range of craft activities for children and families.

Date: Sun 2 Aug 2026

Every Sunday
Time: 10:30 – 11:30
Place: Ipswich County Library, Northgate Street, Ipswich

Lego Club at Ipswich

Ipswich County Library

Get involved in fun creative Lego building activities.

Date: Sun 2 Aug 2026

Every Sunday
Time: 14:15 – 15:30
Place: Ipswich County Library, Northgate Street, Ipswich

Chat & Chill: Ladies Conversational Group

Ipswich County Library

Meet new friends and practice your English in a comfortable environment.

Date: Mon 3 Aug 2026

Every Monday
Time: 10:00 – 11:30
Place: Ipswich County Library, Northgate Street, Ipswich

Dementia Support Group at Ipswich

Ipswich County Library

A weekly support group for anyone experiencing dementia, including family and carers.

Date: Mon 3 Aug 2026

Every Monday
Time: 14:15 – 15:45
Place: Ipswich County Library, Northgate Street, Ipswich

Reading with Charlie the Therapy Dog

Ipswich County Library

Gain confidence in reading out lout at this therapy dog session for 7-11 year olds.

Date: Mon 3 Aug 2026
Time: 14:30 – 15:30
Place: Ipswich County Library, Ipswich

Ipswich County Library

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