The Ipswich Gathering was be the first official meeting of the League of Essextraordinary Gentlemen, but anyone who is interested in coming along is welcome.
We gathered at the Steamboat Tavern, and at 12:30, we proceeded to the Mariners Restaurant, for luncheon. The Mariners is a converted 1899 Gunboat, and offered a lunchtime set menu of 2 Courses for £12.50, or 3 courses for £15.50.
After the meal, we visited the Ipswich Museum, which has a splendid Victorian Natural history hall, and a Woolly Mammoth, so there will be plenty of opportunities for photographs.
The Museum closes at 5:00pm, it is a short walk from the Cricketers Pub. where those that are hungry can enjoy a light supper, and a few libations,
So, Here is a rough itinerary of the days event.
From 11.00am Gather at the Steamboat Tavern. (or go directly to the Restaurant at 12:30pm) 12.30pm Proceed to the Mariners Restaurant. AFTER MEAL, Walk to the Ipswich Museum. 5.00pm Libations, and a light supper at the Cricketers pub. Below is a map of Ipswich, indicating the Locations involved in the days activities.
Green Pin = The Steamboat Tavern
Fork & Knife = The Mariners Resturant
Blue Pin = The Ipswich Museum
Yellow Pin = The Cricketers Pub
Pink Pin = The Ipswich Corn Exchange |
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