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Stour Walking Group

We are the Stour Walking Group. 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

This very pretty figure of 8 walk (approx 4.5 miles and 5.5 miles) starts at Needham Lake.  We make our way through open countryside to Barking with views across to Baylham before returning to the Lake for lunch.  Afterwards, we stroll along the banks of the River Gipping and along paths with far-reaching views to Badley.

Sunday, 31 August 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
16.1km / 10.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Meet 9.45 am for prompt 10 am start.

Bring a packed lunch, and plenty to drink, especially if it’s a hot day.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
TM 09574 54656
Nearest postcode:
IP6 8NU
what3words:
toads.closets.mimed
Start time:
10:00 am

The postcode given is for the car park at Needham Lake. There are 2 car parks (one small, one large) separated by a footbridge over the River Gipping. Parking is currently free. Meet outside the cafe situated near the larger car park.

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