How to Find the Allen Gardiner in Ipswich

The Allen Gardiner departs from Fox’s Marina, Ipswich, Suffolk, providing easy access to your River Orwell cruise experience from a convenient waterfront location.

Allen Gardiner Location at Fox’s Marina

Fox’s Marina is located near the Ipswich waterfront, offering a straightforward arrival point for guests joining the Allen Gardiner. The marina sits directly on the River Orwell, making it the ideal departure point for your cruise.

For satellite navigation, please use postcode IP2 8SA to find Fox’s Marina quickly and accurately.

Parking at Orford Quay

There is a car park available on-site, allowing easy access from your vehicle to the boat.

Arriving at Fox’s Marina

Once you arrive at Fox’s Marina, the Allen Gardiner is located nearby and clearly accessible from the marina area. The setting is easy to navigate, with clear access to the waterfront and departure point.

We recommend arriving a little earlier than your scheduled departure time to allow for parking and boarding.

Directions from the A14

Taking the A14 at junction 56, take the A137 exit towards Manningtree, Brantham, and Ipswich.

Head towards Ipswich on the A137, travelling down the hill where the ski slope will be visible on your right-hand side.

After approximately 0.8 miles, at the roundabout, take the second exit onto The Strand (B1456).

Immediately on the left-hand side, you will find the entrance to Fox’s Marina and the car park.