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.

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Latest activities
Sally’s Woodbridge Wander – Saturday 5th November
Text contributed by Christina, pic by Sally. On Saturday 5th November, around sixteen IOGers assembled at the tennis courts on Woodbridge’s Kingston Field to join Sally on a relaxing stroll…
Glen’s Yards & Jim’s Yarnspin – Sunday 6th November
Text contributed by Ian S., pics by Christina, captions by Glen. Sixteen of us set off on Glen’s Yards, a circular walk of about 5.5 miles from Lavenham via Brent…
Ipswich to Woodbridge for the Cherry Tree Beer Festival – Saturday 15th October
Report and pictures from Simon. “Those brown animals, are they cows or horses…?” We had a mixed group on our walk, some of whom had obviously spent less time in…