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Search the Public Notice PortalAn historic building along the Ipswich Waterfront will see a £20million restoration as part of a new attraction.
Under the new plans, Waterfront House will be transformed into a new public space which will form part of CLAY 1A, a new attraction featuring exhibitions, interactive displays, learning activities and community events.
CLAY 1A is being designed as a "welcoming public space" where people of all ages can explore everyday objects made of clay.
Ipswich Borough Council describe the new exhibition as: "A welcoming, community-focused attraction for everyone, with experiences designed for families and people of all ages, appealing to local communities and visitors from further afield alike."
The project is being supported by a £20million "gift from a local philanthropist" as well as £2.28million from the Town Funds deal, which will help deliver the restoration of Waterfront House as well as CLAY 1A.
Crispin Kelly, the chief executive of of Baylight Properties who are delivering the restoration of Waterfront House said: "Transforming Waterfront House and opening it up for public use has always been about creating something lasting for the town, and we’re so encouraged by the close support we have received from councillors and officers at Ipswich Borough Council: working together is so important for our mission for CLAY 1A".
MP for Ipswich Jack Abbott has also supported the plans. He said: "CLAY 1A is a really interesting, innovative and exciting development for Ipswich, bringing together our town’s history, creativity, and community spirit in a single, inspiring space.
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"Transforming Waterfront House into a welcoming cultural destination will give families, local residents, and visitors alike the chance to explore, learn, and take part in hands-on creative experiences.
Cllr Neil MacDonald, Leader of Ipswich Borough Council added: "We are thrilled to be able to support the regeneration of this 19th century building on Wherry Quay originally constructed as a store for locally produced barley.
"It will contribute to the regeneration of Ipswich’s waterfront and benefit the local economy by creating new employment opportunities, supporting education, increasing footfall and local spend.”
Waterfront House
Waterfront House was originally built as a Victorian-era grain house built at 1A Wherry Quay primarily as a store for locally produced barley.
By the 1980s, as Ipswich's maritime trade declined and the waterfront's industrial character faded, Waterfront House underwent a significant conversion from warehouse to office space.
Plans were first submitted for the conversion of the office space into a new attraction in the summer of 2025.
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