Body of woman recovered from River Orwell

Police have confirmed that the body of a woman has been recovered from the River Orwell, off The Strand near Ipswich.

River Orwell Nacton shores Ipswich Suffolk
Author: Charlotte BarberPublished 27th Mar 2026

Emergency services were called at approximately 12:15pm today (Friday, 27 March), and searches began shortly afterwards.

The woman’s body was recovered from the water at around 12:30pm.

Police say the death is not being treated as suspicious.

The woman’s next of kin have been informed and a file will be prepared for the coroner in due course.

We will keep you updated as new information comes in.

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