St Peter's by the Waterfront

St Peter’s by the Waterfront is an arts, heritage, and community centre housed in one of Ipswich’s ancient mariners' churches. Opened in 2008, the venue serves as the home and rehearsal space for the Ipswich Hospital Band, while regularly hosting a wide variety of local musicians, charities, and cultural exhibitions. With its great acoustics and welcoming atmosphere, it is a brilliant place to catch a live concert or enjoy a community event right by the historic quay.

Beyond the music, the building is a fantastic stop for history lovers. It features a rare 12th-century Tournai Marble font crafted from Belgian limestone and holds deep ties to Cardinal Thomas Wolsey because it once served as the chapel for his 16th-century Cardinal’s College. Whether you want to enjoy an evening of live music, explore local Tudor heritage, or hire a unique historic space for your own event, St Peter’s is a great gem to discover on the Ipswich waterfront.