How to Take Part

From morning runs to weekend festivals, dog walks to first dates, catch-ups to kick-a-bouts, first steps to goodbyes … parks are where life happens. Share your #ParkLifeIpswich with us.

Submissions can be group projects or individual works. Please DM us or share it on Instagram #ParkLifeIpswich tag @ParkLifeIpswich or email us your submissions instead.

Snap it. Write it. Share it.

Where does this project live?
For now, this project lives on a social media account @ParkLifeIpswich and this website, but it could grow into an exhibition, a book, a film… we’re keen to collaborate with others to see where we can take this...

Contributer or Task-force?
This is just the beginning, and we want to get more people involved. This would be more than just contributing; it’s about guiding, co-creating and shaping the project together from day one. If this interests you, get in touch.



Are you a school, college, university or community group?

This is an opportunity to explore creativity, citizenship and Ipswich’s parks in a hands-on, cross-curricular way. We’d love to chat with you and explore how you can get involved!

Important , please read.

  • We aim to share as much submitted work as possible, but we cannot guarantee everything will be featured.
  • There is currently no financial benefit to participation; this is a creative project for community storytelling and expression. Submissions are not for commercial gain. 
  • Any further commercial use requires separate agreements with the creator.
  • Participants are responsible for ensuring their activities are safe, lawful, and respect park rules. Park Life Ipswich accepts no liability for any claims arising from participation.
  • Copyright
By submitting work, you confirm you are the creator and copyright holder. Copyright remains with you, the artist or submitter. If you submit work that is not your own, you are solely responsible for any copyright infringement. By submitting, participants grant a non-exclusive, royalty-free license for Park Life Ipswich to display, share, or reproduce work for promotional or exhibition purposes.
  • Privacy & GDPR:
We may collect personal information such as your name, email and optional details when submitting your work. This is used only to manage submissions, contact you about your work or notify you of project updates. Data is stored securely on Dropbox (password-protected, access-limited to project organisers) and will not be shared without consent. Data will be deleted when no longer required. You have the right to request access, correction, or deletion of your personal information at any time. By submitting, you consent to this use in line with GDPR.

Park Life Ipswich is a creative project. While enjoying the parks, please be considerate and respectful of both nature and people when capturing your photos or film.

Most parks are public spaces, so photography and filming are generally permitted. However, we kindly ask that you follow this guidance:

Do:

  • Explore all the parks in Ipswich

  • Capture real life as it happens

  • Ask permission if photographing someone recognisably, especially close-ups, portraits, or children. Identifiable minors cannot be published without parental consent

  • Consider carrying a simple consent form or info card.
    Download explanation card here
    Download consent form here

  • Respect cultural, religious, or private activities

  • Be clear about where and how images may be shared on social media

  • Get permission for large professional set-ups (tripods, lighting, equipment); check if permits from Ipswich Borough Council are required

Don’t:

  • Intrude or disrupt individuals or groups

  • Capture private moments without consent

  • Misrepresent the community

  • Worry about consent for wide shots where people aren’t identifiable

  • Share anything offensive or discriminatory

  • Don’t damage or alter the environment

  • Don’t block access or pathways for other park users

  • Don’t use amplified sound or disruptive materials unless permitted

  • Don’t ignore park rules and regulations