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East Of England

Central Bedfordshire

The Lodge RSPB Nature Reserve – Sandy Heath loop from Sandy

Hiking trails & Routes

East Of England

Central Bedfordshire

The Lodge RSPB Nature Reserve – Sandy Heath loop from Sandy

Moderate

4.5

(13)

131

hikers

The Lodge RSPB Nature Reserve – Sandy Heath loop from Sandy

02:06

7.89km

90m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 23, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

1.08 km

Downhill Ride on Potton Road

Highlight • Trail

Great fun downhill section

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2

1.75 km

Galley Fort

Highlight • Historical Site

3

3.74 km

Biggleswade Common Bridleway Entrance

Highlight • Cycleway

Nice brew in the RSPB shop then then only route cycles are allowed to take leads down toward Biggleswade Common. Few knarly tree roots on the last downhill section by the gate.

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4

5.57 km

The Lodge RSPB Nature Reserve

Highlight • Natural

The Lodge is a nature reserve managed by the RSPB. It's the largest stretch of heathland in Bedfordshire. Important species that can be seen here include Hobbies, Nightjars, Ravens, Common …

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5

5.65 km

RSPB The Lodge Café

Highlight • Cafe

Basic coffee and snack, but a peaceful spot to park up for a rest

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6

5.85 km

Sandy Heath

Highlight • Forest

B

7.89 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.63 km

192 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.21 km

1.53 km

1.22 km

683 m

192 m

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Wednesday 6 May

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6°C

39 %

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