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East Of England

Welwyn Hatfield

Sherrardspark Wood – Dawson Way loop from Welwyn North

East Of England

Welwyn Hatfield

Sherrardspark Wood – Dawson Way loop from Welwyn North

Moderate

5

riders

Sherrardspark Wood – Dawson Way loop from Welwyn North

01:45

30.5km

240m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 9, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 8.37 km for 60 m

After 21.3 km for 60 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

2.98 km

Sherrardspark Wood

Forest

2

3.41 km

Sherrardspark Wood

Highlight • Trail

Numerous off-road trails and paths in Sherardspark Wood

Tip by

3

3.48 km

Dawson Way

Highlight (Segment) • Forest

Recently the surface has been relayed with gravel making it alot faster

Tip by

4

4.75 km

Ayot Greenway

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

This is a hidden gem a great section of gravel with a steady climb and a great downhill section

Tip by

5

11.1 km

Lea Valley Walk – Batford Mill Junction

Highlight • Trail

This path follows the Lea River valley all the way to Luton. It's a bit muddy this end in winter.

Tip by

6

11.1 km

Batford Springs Nature Reserve and Lower Luton Road Cycleway

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

The Lea Valley Walk follows the route along the Lea Navigation Towpath between Luton and Limehouse in East London. This particular stretch flows out of Harpenden and past the Aldwickbury Park Golf Course through a medley of vibrant green trees.

Tip by

7

14.9 km

Harpenden–Luton Greenway

Highlight • Viewpoint

This is a pleasant cycleway between Harpenden and Luton with very little traffic during the day. It's got a good surface and nice views, especially during the autumn time with the falling leaves.

Tip by

8

23.4 km

Sparrowhall Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Surface has been changed from natural to gravel, making it alot quicker

Tip by

9

26.0 km

Sherrardspark Wood Local Nature Reserve

Highlight • Forest

Western end of the traffic-free section of the Ayot Greenway (Sustrans Route 57) between Ayot Green and Welwyn Garden City.

Tip by

29.9 km

Lockleys Wood

Forest

B

30.5 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.4 km

7.76 km

6.19 km

3.92 km

1.21 km

116 m

Surfaces

14.3 km

10.2 km

3.62 km

1.75 km

597 m

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Elevation

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Highest point (130 m)

Lowest point (60 m)

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Friday 6 November

11°C

6°C

34 %

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