The Ipswich Star asked the question, “How can Ipswich make the most of the Tudor revival brought about by BBC series Wolf Hall?” (28 January 2015). Visitors to Ipswich can see ‘Wolsey’s Gate’ in College Street, part of the planned ‘Cardinal College’ founded by Thomas Wolsey. Local MP Ben Gummer was interviewed:
Ipswich MP Ben Gummer, who is also a respected historian, said it was important for Ipswich to make the most of its Tudor history, but that did not mean it should recreate a “Disneyland” style area.
He said: “There are many ways to show off the town’s history with the use of apps on smart phones and tablets and virtual descriptions.”
A digital heritage ‘game’ is in fact under development for Ipswich.
Ipswich is also home to Christchurch Mansion that houses part of the town’s art collections.
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