Welcome
The Ipswich Institute provides lending library facilities and an extensive programme of leisure learning courses, talks and trips to more than 2,000 members.
We are also home to the
Ipswich Tourist Guides Association.
Existing members can renew their membership, update details or check their bookings by selecting the ‘Membership Renewal’ button below (it is best to use the Register by Surname option when first logging in):
Courses
Ipswich Institute offers a wide range of courses in a variety of subjects.
There are
daytime courses for members only and
evening courses open to all, with a discount for Institute members.
Events
We offer a wide range of events including talks and trips, many of which are open to the public.
Library
Our library collection consists of more than 8,000 items available for members to loan.
There is a strong emphasis on modern fiction, biography, literature and local history. New publications are added constantly and members’ requests are considered for purchase.
Room Hire
There are a number of rooms available for hire when not in use for the Institute’s own purposes.
In addition, our in-house team can provide catering tailored to any requirement.
Spring 2026 DAYTIME PROGRAMME
The Spring daytime programme is for members only.
Courses will be available to book from 9am on Tuesday 16th of December 2025.
Please ask in the library or browse our Online Shop for further information.
SPRING 2026 EVENING PROGRAMME
Available to book now.
This programme is open to members and non-members alike.
To find out more please enquire in the library or visit our Online Shop
