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East Of England

Central Bedfordshire

The Old Sun – View of Sharpenhoe Clappers loop from Harlington

Bike touring routes & trails

East Of England

Central Bedfordshire

The Old Sun – View of Sharpenhoe Clappers loop from Harlington

Moderate

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The Old Sun – View of Sharpenhoe Clappers loop from Harlington

01:00

14.8km

150m

Cycling

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

Last updated: August 6, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 2.84 km for 166 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

626 m

The Old Sun

Highlight • Other

2

2.92 km

View of the Sundon Hills

Highlight • Natural Monument

The Smithcombe, Sharpenhoe and Sundhon Hills cover 86 hectares (212 acres) in Bedfordshire. With thick forests, gentle slopes and wildflowers, the area is a lovely place to cycle, hike and …

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3

6.72 km

View of Sharpenhoe Clappers

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

A good climb if heading south, but a much better descent if heading north from Luton or Dunstable. Enjoy the view as you fly down the hill!

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4

10.8 km

The Bottoms on the Chilterns Cycleway

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

A tarmacked lane but bumpy in places with great views of Sharpenhoe Clappers

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5

12.8 km

Road Barriers in Chilterns National Landscape

Highlight • Other

I don't know why these bollards are here , but the road is definitely not closed

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14.8 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

14.3 km

370 m

102 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

7.75 km

6.55 km

394 m

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Highest point (160 m)

Lowest point (70 m)

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Wednesday 12 August

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