Great White Horse Hotel to Add 1st VR Arena Tenant as 21 Flats Win Approval
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Updated · Ipswich Star · Jul 8
Great White Horse Hotel to Add 1st VR Arena Tenant as 21 Flats Win Approval
2 articles · Updated · Ipswich Star · Jul 8
Summary
Another World VR Arena will become the first confirmed tenant at Ipswich's former Great White Horse Hotel, with posters on the door pointing to an autumn opening.
Ipswich Borough Council earlier approved the Grade II-listed building's conversion into ground-floor retail space and 21 flats above, creating the framework for its revival.
John Howard, who bought the property in 2025, said two retail tenants are moving in; a second business remains unnamed and a third retail unit already has planning permission.
The lettings mark a step in bringing activity back to a long-neglected town-centre landmark on Tavern Street later this year.