Ipswich Community Resilience Fair

July 10 2026

In an era marked by increasingly unpredictable weather patterns, rising social pressures and evolving community needs, the importance of local resilience has never been greater. Communities that are informed, connected and prepared are better placed to respond to challenges and recover quickly when incidents occur.

The Ipswich Community Resilience Fair is a proactive step towards strengthening the town’s ability to prepare for, respond to and recover from emergencies of all kinds. This free, family-friendly event brings together residents, local services, voluntary organisations and multi-agency partners to build a more resilient Ipswich.

Whether you want to learn practical safety tips, explore how emergency services operate, or simply connect with local groups and support networks, the event offers something for everyone.

What’s on

Visitors can explore a wide range of interactive activities, demonstrations and information stands, including:

• Suffolk Resilience Forum, Ipswich Borough Council and Suffolk Joint Emergency Planning Unit 
  Learn how you can improve your own preparedness and play a role in supporting your community during emergencies

• Suffolk Fire & Rescue Service 
  Climb aboard a fire engine and find out more about fire safety and emergency response

• SCC Floods Team & Environment Agency 
  Experience an interactive flood wave machine and understand flood risks and preparedness

• British Red Cross, St John Ambulance & Community Action Suffolk 
  Tour a British Red Cross response vehicle and learn about first aid and crisis support

• Raynet (Radio Amateurs’ Emergency Network) 
  Discover how radio communications play a vital role during emergencies

• Faith Groups and Local Organisations 
  Learn about the wide range of support available within the community

No booking is required. Simply come along on the day, explore the activities and speak to local emergency services.
This event is organised by the Suffolk Resilience Forum (SRF) and the Suffolk Joint Emergency Planning Unit (JEPU) on behalf of Ipswich Borough Council, working collaboratively with a range of partners.