Architects delighted as work to restore East Anglia’s largest theatre is completed
A leading architects in Ipswich are celebrating as work is completed on the £3.5million revamp of East Anglia’s largest theatre. KLH Architects were tasked with the restoration of the Regent Theatre, ensuring the redevelopment carefully maintained the historic character of the 1920s, Grade II-listed building. The revamp included redesigning the iconic canopy and foyer at the […]
Architects celebrate record-breaking charity year
An Ipswich architecture firm has celebrated a record-breaking year of fundraising in support of a local young people’s charity, raising more than £35,000. KLH Architects have raised an incredible £35,330 for Inspire in 2025, the highest amount its team has ever raised for its charity of the year. Its staff put on a host of […]
Aspen Build targets growth with new Construction Director appointment
An Ipswich contractor is targeting further growth after appointing a new Construction Director. Gary Rush, the new Construction Director at Aspen Build, said he hopes to “set the standard for excellence” in his new role following his promotion from Construction Manager in December. His promotion comes as he approaches his 10th anniversary with the company, […]
£1.92m investment set to transform The Baths in Ipswich into creative hub
A £1.92 million Towns Fund investment is set to transform one of Ipswich’s much–loved landmarks into a creative powerhouse. The grant funding has been awarded by Ipswich Borough Council to Brighten the Corners to transform the first-floor space at The Baths into a cutting-edge Creative Digital Skills Lab. The lab will provide space for video […]
MP visits Ipswich construction firm to discuss importance of skilled workforce
Ipswich MP Jack Abbott has visited one of the town’s longest-running chartered surveyors to speak about the vital role apprenticeships play in the construction sector’s regional workforce. Castons, which celebrates its 130th anniversary this year, hosted the MP as he toured its offices on Friday, November 14, meeting with some of the people who had […]
Town near Ipswich needs hundreds of new homes, report says
A community survey has claimed the town of Kesgrave near Ipswich could require almost 500 new affordable homes to meet a rising demand. The survey, conducted by arc4 on behalf of Kesgrave Town Council, shines a light on the need for affordable homes in the area, using information from a household survey, housing registry data […]
Construction quiz raises almost £15,000 for charity as event marks 30th anniversary
A construction charity quiz celebrating its 30th anniversary has raised almost £15,000 for three East Anglian charities. Morgan Sindall Construction’s Egghead Quiz took place at the Grand Hall in Ipswich on Tuesday October 21, putting teams of five to the test. The quiz was first held in 1995, and has since become a mainstay of […]
Council executive to discuss Portman Road multi-storey plans for a second time
Proposals for a new multi-storey car park at Portman Road in Ipswich are returning to the town’s borough council at the end of the month for further deliberations. The council’s executive last met to discuss the proposals, which are a key component of the wider Portman Road Masterplan, on September 30 – and are now […]
Suffolk construction firm appoints new Contracts Director
An Ipswich-based construction company has appointed a new Contracts Director as it continues to target further growth. Simon Hubert has worked at SEH French for the past 16 years, most recently as the company’s Contracts Manager, with his accomplishments including working on the firm’s biggest project to date. He said he is excited to take […]
New Ipswich ambulance hub formally opens
A new £12.8million ambulance hub aimed to enhance emergency response efficiency in Ipswich has officially opened. The new hub on Ransome Industrial Estate was formally unveiled by Lord-Lieutenant of Suffolk, Clare, the Countess of Euston in early October. It comes after planning permission for the project was given the green light from Ipswich Borough Council […]
