Get out there and enjoy life
We are a friendly group who enjoy a varied programme of outdoor activities. We meet up for countryside walks, cycle rides, runs, volunteering opportunities and local outings
We also go on trips away like weekends to the Peak or Lake District or longer UK holidays and overseas. We often stay at hostels or in tents and share cars to assist non-drivers and be kind to the environment. We also take over large, self-catering houses in out-of-the-way locations.
The group is all about having fun and meeting people
Our members arrange all events including social meetings. There are activities suitable for all. You only need average fitness. If you want anything more strenuous you will find members with similar interests.
You are welcome to attend our local events and see if the group is right for you. You need to be a member to join us on any overnight trips. Local walks or cycle rides are great events to try first or why not meet us at our monthly social?
Members are responsible for themselves at all times. We respect the environment, local community, wildlife and other people. Discrimination, prejudice, bullying or harassment of any kind is not acceptable or tolerated.
The Ipswich Outdoor Group started in 1976. There are around 200 members who range in age from 30s to 65+. Single people, couples and families are all welcome. Most of our members live in Ipswich, but there are also many in Suffolk and further afield.
See the events we have planned
Latest activities
- September 2024: In Other NewsPics contributed by Simon, Jean, Alli and Lou. Bonus pictures taken by IOG members in Suffolk and further afield during September.
- Forest File: Sunday 29th September 2024Text and pics contributed by Simon. Many thanks to Glen for a fun walk of about 9 miles on Sunday 29th September. We met at Westleton Community Field before heading …
- Cycle and Cake: Saturday 28th SeptemberText and pics contributed by Christina. The last Saturday in September was a perfect day for a cycle ride; we enjoyed sunshine and blue skies all day and a gentle …
- Dave’s Barbecue Weekend: Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd SeptemberText contributed by Christina; pics by Lou and Christina. Once a year, Dave generously invites the IOG to have a barbecue at his home. Everything in his recently completed roofed …