It's Maritime Festival weekend (15th - 16th August) and the theme this year is the ‘Port at War’.

The annual festival celebrates all things nautical and highlights the rich historical and cultural heritage that Ipswich has to offer, whilst featuring some new and exciting contemporary activities and a variety of re-enactments, displays and period costume.

There is something for everyone. Visitors can enjoy live traditional music, dancing, fun fair, a variety of stalls, food, beer and beverage festival and a firework display to close the event on 9.30pm on Sunday.

Ipswich Maritime is a free event organised by Ipswich Borough Council in partnership with ABP, Ipswich Maritime Trust and local organisations and businesses.

Key timings

Daytime activities 10am - 6pm

Re-enactments 10.30am - 5.30pm

Live music Noon - 9pm

Soldiers' procession 9pm Saturday

Fireworks 9.30pm Sunday

For more information visit www.maritimeipswich.co.uk