Maritime Memoirs
Maritime Ipswich has changed enormously over the last century—from the expansion of the Port of Ipswich to the rise and fall of the power station, the building of the Orwell Bridge, and of course the unforgettable Maritime Ipswich 1982 celebrations. Thousands of incredible memories are wrapped up in these moments.
During the COVID19 lockdowns in 2020 and 2021, when many people were isolated at home, we launched the Maritime Memoirs project, inviting local people to share their stories and personal recollections. The project is still growing, and we welcome new contributions from anyone with a tale to tell about Ipswich’s maritime past.
What to contribute:
We welcome anything related to maritime Ipswich that people are happy to have recorded. These include tales that have been passed down by parents, grandparents, etc. as well as ‘first-hand’ memories. These stories can also include photos, videos or even audio recordings.
We also want to know more about the people who owned vessels and businesses and who worked at the variety of maritime businesses in Ipswich and along the River Orwell.
How to contribute:
You can send your memories to us using this form: