Coddenham Walks
This walk explores the parkland, countryside and rivers around the Suffolk village of Coddenham. The rural village lies just east of Needham Market and includes countryside trails and a noteworthy pub dating to the 1500s.
The walk starts in the village and follows footpaths south west through Shrubland Park. The park includes woodland and parkland with ponds and countryside views.
The trails through the park will eventually lead you to the River Gipping where you will find Sharmford Mere and a Rare Breeds Farm. Here you can also pick up the Gipping Valley River Path and follow the waymarked trail north west along the River to neighbouring Needham Market. In the town you can enjoy more waterside walking around the shores of Needham Lake where you can also look out for a variety of water loving wildlife.
Coddenham Ordnance Survey Map 
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Coddenham Open Street Map 
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Coddenham OS Map 
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Coddenham Open Street Map 
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Walks near Coddenham
- Gipping Valley River Path - Follow the River Gipping from Stowmarket to Ipswich on this pleasant riverside walk
- Needham Lake - Enjoy an easy stroll around Needham Lake on this short walk in Needham Market
- Helmingham Hall - This walk visits the beautiful estate surrounding the 16th century Helmingham Hall in Suffolk.
- Stowmarket - Enjoy a walk along the River Gipping on this walk from Stowmarket to Needham Market
- Harleston - This town in South Norfolk has some pleasant river trails through the Waveney Valley and an attractive town centre with several Georgian buildings to admire.
- Eye - This walk visits the Suffolk market town of Eye
- Haughley Park - The historic Haughley Park is located just west of the Suffolk village of Haughley.
Pubs/Cafes
The Rampant Horse is an historic pub dating all the way back to 1544. The timber framed pub serves good quality food and has a nice garden area. You can find them at postcode IP6 8AU for your sat navs.
The inn is dog friendly too.
Photos
Coddenham village centre
Driveway to Coddenham House
The Tower in Shrubland Park.
Pond in Shrubland Park
Sharmford Mere
View of the village and the church over the fields from the path near driveway to Coddenham House
Photo taken from Pipp's ford bridge over the river Gipping.
Bench at Needham Lake