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East Of England

North Hertfordshire

View of Therfield Heath – Fox Covert Nature Reserve loop from Royston

Running trails & routes

East Of England

North Hertfordshire

View of Therfield Heath – Fox Covert Nature Reserve loop from Royston

Moderate

5.0

(1)

49

runners

View of Therfield Heath – Fox Covert Nature Reserve loop from Royston

01:01

8.54km

160m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 8, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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1

2.54 km

Icknield Way Bicycle Dismount at Royston Heath

Highlight • Viewpoint

Perfect off-road riding on the Icknield Way, fantastic views of Royston Heath with Cambridge in the distance

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2

3.47 km

View of Therfield Heath

Highlight • Natural

Also known as Royston Heath, Therfield Heath is a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) and a nature reserve on the chalk escarpment above the town of Royston. Trails here …

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3

4.47 km

Bench With a View of the Hertfordshire Countryside

Highlight • Viewpoint

4

4.57 km

Fox Covert Nature Reserve

Highlight • Forest

You walk through a golf course. Be aware of players and flying balls

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5

8.27 km

The Heath Sports Centre Café

Highlight • Cafe

good spot for a quick lunch

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B

8.54 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.81 km

1.19 km

1.18 km

168 m

113 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.80 km

3.38 km

1.18 km

168 m

< 100 m

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Friday 26 June

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18°C

41 %

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