Needham Lakes
Needham Market
Lakes + birdlife
Needham Market
Needham Market is a village in the Gipping Valley in Suffolk, England, 8 miles from Ipswich. It is serviced by trains from Bury St Edmunds, Cambridge and Ipswich.
The village has some amenities and is notable for the 14th century church of St Peter and St Paul.
Teeming with birdlife, Needham Lakes is one of the most-visited free visitor attractions in the region. Walk to Alder Carr Farm for its excellent café and farm shop.
Top Attractions in Needham Market
Baylham House Rare Breeds Farm
Nestling in the lush beauty of the Suffolk countryside, Baylham House Farm is the perfect… Nestling in the lush beauty of the Suffolk countryside, Baylham House Farm is the perfect…
Baylham House Rare Breeds Farm
Nestling in the lush beauty of the Suffolk countryside, Baylham House Farm is the perfect…
Helmingham Hall Gardens
Welcome to Helmingham Hall Gardens. Find out about visiting the spectacular Grade 1 Listed Gardens,… Welcome to Helmingham Hall Gardens. Find out about visiting the spectacular Grade 1 Listed…
Helmingham Hall Gardens
Welcome to Helmingham Hall Gardens. Find out about visiting the spectacular Grade 1 Listed Gardens,…
Cycle Breaks
Discover the very best of Suffolk and Norfolk on self-guided cycling and walking adventures from… Discover the very best of Suffolk and Norfolk on self-guided cycling and walking adventures…
Cycle Breaks
Discover the very best of Suffolk and Norfolk on self-guided cycling and walking adventures from…
Fullers Mill Garden
An award-winning seven-acre garden that’s a tranquil, peaceful and enchanting waterside oasis near… An award-winning seven-acre garden that’s a tranquil, peaceful and enchanting waterside oasis…
Fullers Mill Garden
An award-winning seven-acre garden that’s a tranquil, peaceful and enchanting waterside oasis near…
Featured Events in Needham Market
Apple Pressing Sessions
Date: 31st Oct - 1st Nov 2026
Make your own juice from locally grown apples using our hand-cranked press! Make your own juice from locally grown apples using our hand-cranked press!
Guest Chef Course-Taste of India Cookery Course
Date: 17th Oct - 17th Oct 2026
Our Introduction to Simple Indian Cooking course, with Padmaja Kochera, will introduce you to… Our Introduction to Simple Indian Cooking course, with Padmaja Kochera, will introduce you to…
BSL Day
Date: 13th Sept - 13th Sept 2026
We’ll be pleased to welcome all our friends from the deaf community back to Suffolk Owl Sanctuary… We’ll be pleased to welcome all our friends from the deaf community back to Suffolk Owl…
Date: 28th Nov - 28th Nov 2026
Christmas wreath and foodie gifts course is perfect for anyone who wants to create something… Christmas wreath and foodie gifts course is perfect for anyone who wants to create something…
Featured Businesses in Needham Market
Baylham House Rare Breeds Farm
Nestling in the lush beauty of the Suffolk countryside, Baylham House Farm is the perfect… Nestling in the lush beauty of the Suffolk countryside, Baylham House Farm is the perfect…
Baylham House Rare Breeds Farm
Nestling in the lush beauty of the Suffolk countryside, Baylham House Farm is the perfect…
Guildenacre
Guildenacre is a brand new immersive woodland adventure playground set within the ancient grounds… Guildenacre is a brand new immersive woodland adventure playground set within the ancient…
Guildenacre
Guildenacre is a brand new immersive woodland adventure playground set within the ancient grounds…
Retreat East
Retreat East is a luxury spa resort in the heart of Suffolk. It is home to 15 country chic barns,… Retreat East is a luxury spa resort in the heart of Suffolk. It is home to 15 country chic…
Retreat East
Retreat East is a luxury spa resort in the heart of Suffolk. It is home to 15 country chic barns,…
Ringshall Grange
Luxury moated Suffolk manor on 13.5 acres, hosting up to 23 guests with family-friendly,… Luxury moated Suffolk manor on 13.5 acres, hosting up to 23 guests with family-friendly,…
Ringshall Grange
Luxury moated Suffolk manor on 13.5 acres, hosting up to 23 guests with family-friendly,…
Featured Itineraries in Needham Market
Relax for a weekend away in stunning rolling countryside that's punctuated with beautiful villages… Relax for a weekend away in stunning rolling countryside that's punctuated with beautiful…
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