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
- Boulge Walk: Wednesday 6th NovemberText and pics contributed by Lou. On a misty morning, 15 IOGers and 2 dogs met at Hasketon to walk to the remote church at Boulge. The mist lifted as …
- Hither Horringer: Sunday 3rd NovemberText contributed by Lisa; pics by Christina. Glen celebrated leading his 150th East Anglian walk in true IOG style with 13 of us enjoying apple cake kindly baked by our …
- Hadleigh Walk: Saturday 2nd NovemberText and pics contributed by Simon. Grey and damp skies did not deter the 12 hardy souls who enjoyed our 10-mile Hadleigh walk. A few understated signs in the car …
- October 2024: In Other NewsPics contributed by Simon, Lou, Christina, Ian, Lisa and Clare. A photo round up of some of the other things IOG members got up to in October.