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Ipswich & District Group

We are the Ipswich and District Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking

Overview

Walk from Needham Lakes Car Park to Barking and Priestley Woods.  

Wednesday, 18 February 2026
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
1:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
10.1km / 6.3mi
Ascent:
30.6m / 100ft
Type:
circular

It can be wet in places, so expect some mud.

Features

  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly
  • Introductory walk
  • No Stiles

Starting point

Grid reference:
TM 09518 54802
Nearest postcode:
IP6 8NU
what3words:
subway.navigate.nearly
Start time:
10:00 am

Needham Lakes Car Park, Needham Market

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking