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- Tickets £10
- Times 3pm
- Running time 45 – 60 minutes
- Venue Unitarian Meeting House, Friars St, Ipswich, IP1 1TD
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Caroline will be talking about finding joy and calm in the natural world and reconnecting with nature.
Find solace in your outdoor space in this delightful horticultural journey with actress Caroline Quentin, as she talks about her life long passion for gardening, and her second book on the subject Drawn to Nature, which is a follow up to Drawn to the Garden – both of which are illustrated by Caroline.
Please note: this event will be held at the Unitarian Meeting House (Friars Street, Ipswich, IP1 1TD)
The New Wolsey Theatre is acting as a ticket agent for the Ipswich Book Festival, for more information about the festival check out their website by clicking the Ipswich Book Festival icon below.
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Venue: New Wolsey Theatre, Civic Drive, Ipswich, Suffolk IP1 2AS.
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About New Wolsey Theatre
The New Wolsey Theatre is one of Suffolk’s leading producing theatres, located in the heart of Ipswich. Renowned for its award-winning productions, innovative performances and commitment to accessible theatre, the venue attracts visitors from across East Anglia and beyond.
From drama, comedy and musicals to family shows, community productions and nationally acclaimed touring performances, the New Wolsey Theatre offers a diverse programme of entertainment throughout the year. The theatre is particularly well known for its celebrated annual rock ‘n’ roll pantomime, which has become a highlight of the Ipswich events calendar.
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New Wolsey Theatre
Civic Drive
Ipswich
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IP1 2AS
Located close to Ipswich town centre, the theatre is within easy walking distance of shops, restaurants and transport links. Several public car parks are available nearby, and Ipswich railway station is approximately a 15-minute walk away.
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The New Wolsey Theatre is committed to making theatre accessible to everyone and regularly offers captioned, audio-described, relaxed and British Sign Language interpreted performances. Visitors are encouraged to check individual event listings for accessibility information.
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