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Needham Lake and Creeting Hills

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Overview

Walking along good footpaths and mainly quiet lanes, we will leave Needham Market between the river and the lake, heading along Sally Woods Lane and returning via Holt Lane.   We can expect to see signs of spring and plenty of  small birds active in the hedgerows.  

Thank you to Sonia and Stowmarket Ramblers who introduced us to this route.

Sunday, 25 January 2026
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
12:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
9.7km / 6.0mi
Ascent:
76.5m / 251ft
Type:
circular

Some muddy stretches but the paths are mainly firm underfoot, even after all the recent rain.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • No Stiles

Starting point

Grid reference:
TM 09541 54734
Nearest postcode:
IP6 8NU
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Start time:
10:00 am

Meet outside the Duck and Teapot at Needham Lake.

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