Huge turn out for Premier League promotion parade

There were scenes of jubilation in Christchurch Park, where the parade concluded [PA Media]

Monday's event was organised by the club in conjunction with Ipswich Borough Council and Suffolk Police.

Supporters lined the length of the route to cheer on the team as they made their way through the town from Sir Alf Ramsey Way to Westerfield Road before entering the park.

In many ways, it was a repeat of the scene just two years earlier when Town last celebrated promotion - but fans said this time felt different.

Kelsie is hopeful that Town can establish themselves as a top flight club [Alice Cunningham/BBC]

Kelsie Button, 19, from Ipswich, said: "The atmosphere just feels different [this time]. I think the first time, a lot of people had said, Town can't do it.

"Obviously, we'd had back-to-back promotions. A lot of people had said, we're moving too fast and stuff.

"But I think, obviously, we went back down, but I think we built our way up to quite a solid team. I think next season we'll be alright. I think we might stick in there for a little bit longer than the time."

Daniel was among thousands celebrating at Christchurch Park [Alice Cunningham/BBC]

Daniel Hatcher, 19, said: "It was a very good weekend. Today was a great way to cap it off, and it's a great achievement being back in the Premier League.

"It's my first parade, it's a nice family day out."

Rose Jones attended along with her daughter - she's hopeful that boss Kieran McKenna will still be in charge next season [Alice Cunningham/BBC]

Rose Jones, 37, from Ipswich, attended the celebrations with her daughter.

"I just hope we can stay up," she said. "I hope we can keep McKenna. "If we hadn't gone up, we'd be losing him, I'm sure."

"It [today] is amazing for the town. There's such a better feel in the community. Everyone's happy."

As the celebrations subside, supporters will turn their attention to next season.

The Premier League is set to announce its 2026-27 fixtures on 19 June, with the new campaign itself getting under way on 22 August.

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