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
- Parkrun Takeover: Saturday 26th OctoberText contributed by Christina; pics by Nyx and Christina. Once a year at around this time, our volunteer coordinator, Peter, invites members to take part in a joint event with …
- A Weekend of Waterproofs: Saturday 19th and Sunday 20th OctoberText contributed by Lisa; pics by Carolyn and Lisa. Another first for me – in my three and a half year history of IOG walks, I have never had to …
- Cycle and Cake: Saturday 19th OctoberText contributed by Christina; pics by Christina and Rachael. This year has marked a revival of the Cycle and Cake rides that proved very popular in the past. Cyclists are …
- Brettenham Backdrop: Sunday 13th OctoberText contributed by Anni, Glen and Simon; pics by Anni. Autumnal landscapes abounded in this pleasant 10-mile walk, courtesy of Glen, in and around the village of Brettenham, which lies …