Celebration event for Ipswich Town Women's promotion

A celebratory event has been planned to celebrate Ipswich Town Women's promotion

A celebration event has been planned for Ipswich Town Women's promotion to the second tier of women's football.

The Tractor Girls reached the Women's Championship after spending four years in the Women's National League Southern Premier Division.

It came after an 8-0 victory against Cheltenham Town during their final game of the season on 27 April.

Ipswich Borough Council has now invited residents to join a special celebration on Saturday to mark the team's promotion.

According to the council, the celebration will include a special event at 11:20 BST on the Cornhill hosted by the Mayor of Ipswich, Elango K. Elavalakan.

Fans can freely attend and celebrate the promotion and show their appreciation to the team.

Members of the women's team and coaching staff will be in attendance, and there will be music and interviews.

The council has encouraged fans to wear their blue and white kits.

"This is a fantastic moment for football in Ipswich, and we're delighted to be recognising the ITFC Women's Championship promotion," Elavalakan said.

"The team has worked incredibly hard and inspired so many in our community. This celebration is a chance for everyone to show their pride and be part of the celebrations."