Portman Road is the home ground of Ipswich Town Football Club, set in the town of Ipswich in Suffolk, in the east of England. With a capacity of around 30,000, it is one of the larger football grounds in the region, and for many visitors it is the reason to come to this part of Suffolk.
Why visit
Portman Road makes a clear visit for anyone interested in English football. The club has a storied past, and the ground is closely tied to the years when Ipswich won the top division and the FA Cup in the 1970s and 1980s under Sir Bobby Robson. Even if you do not follow the club, walking around the stadium gives a sense of a community built around its team.
What to expect
- A stadium with a capacity of around 30,000, set within the town of Ipswich.
- The atmosphere of a working football club, most vivid on matchdays.
- A base for exploring Ipswich and the wider Suffolk countryside.
Around the ground
Ipswich itself is a historic market town on the River Orwell, and it makes a natural companion to a visit. Suffolk's coast and countryside lie within easy reach of the town, so a trip to the stadium can easily become a longer stay in the area.
If you plan to attend a match, check the club's schedule in advance, as visits to the ground itself will depend on fixtures and events.