Comment

Representation ID: 24949

Received: 27/10/2017

Respondent: Historic England

We welcome the forthcoming SPD on archaeology. As mentioned before, the heritage assets (including archaeology) should be integrated into the development of policy for the vacant sites and regeneration areas in Ipswich. Understanding the importance of the remains, particularly in the Waterfront area, should influence the modern design solutions coming forward. As such we particularly recommend a review of the conservation area appraisals and their boundaries for both Central and Wet Dock as part of the evidence base for the new local plan to ensure that historic Ipswich is understood and can inform the 21st century Ipswich which is emerging.

Comment

Representation ID: 25172

Received: 27/10/2017

Respondent: Suffolk Chamber of Commerce

We believe that much could be done to make more of the historic assets of Ipswich, which are not much or very effectively exploited for tourism and educational purposes. More could be made for example through improved displays and interpretation of: Christchurch Mansion; Ipswich's Anglo-Saxon heritage and associated archaeology; our industrial past; and Wolsey's Gate.

Comment

Representation ID: 25259

Received: 30/11/2017

Respondent: Ipswich Archaeological Trust

Archaeological excavation and research since 1974 has shown that Ipswich is one of England's earliest towns but this fact has been little utilised.
The vast amount of information gained through excavations could and should be exploited both for the interest of local people and to attract tourism.
Clearly, there is nothing above ground to see of the Anglo-Saxon town, apart the street system which dates from that period, but there is a vast collection of artefacts from the excavations and a fascinating story to tell. There is still no adequate display of the evidence for the town's origin and development in the town's museum. The Council should consider using the Community Infrastructure Levy to fund public displays and the dissemination of the results.
The connection with the nearby contemporary Royal site at Sutton Hoo should also be exploited. For example, once the full size replica of the Sutton Hoo ship has been built at Woodbridge, it could easily sail to Ipswich waterfront as a tourist attraction and visitors could be better encouraged to visit both locations.
There is also potential to develop some of assets of the later town. In the future, there will inevitably be proposals to develop the site of Wolsey's College, near the waterfront, and this would provide an opportunity to promote the Wolsey connections to the town. Consideration should be given to preserving the remains of the College as an archaeological park or at least marking its outline within any new development. A Wolsey display could be housed in the adjacent St Peter's Church. These proposals could be pursued through specific planning policies for the areas of land within the Wolsey College precinct.

Comment

Representation ID: 25319

Received: 30/10/2017

Respondent: Conservative Group

The Upper Orwell Crossings will have a major effect on the traffic around the town. This could ease the congestion within the gyratory allowing better pedestrian access to the waterfront and allowing increased exposure and usage to the cultural assets in this area.

Comment

Representation ID: 25425

Received: 30/12/2017

Respondent: Ipswich Limited

By utilising its heritage assets for tourism, sharing our great town with visitors and tourists, rather than modern half-baked regeneration projects to launch a university and to market overpriced flats.
A new permanent place needs to be found for the Ipswich Market. The Ipswich Market should be an annex of The Saints - and it would be well situated in Cromwell Square. It is the perfect location along the streets of independents on the way to the waterfront with an iconic landmark as a backdrop. Having a stand alone location allows the possibility of a full-time market.
Ipswich Borough Council needs to take back control over Ipswich Museums.