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Hartham Common – King's Meads Nature Reserve loop from Hertford

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Hartham Common – King's Meads Nature Reserve loop from Hertford

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Hartham Common – King's Meads Nature Reserve loop from Hertford

01:16

4.97km

10m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. 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

Start point

Bus stop

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781 m

River Lea in Hertford

Highlight • River

Moderate trail leading to Hereford Town

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1.16 km

Hartham Common

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Large park for a break and rest and some good open green alongside the canal

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1.68 km

Hertford Lock 1 (River Lee Navigation)

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Hertford Lock 1 is situated along the River Lea on the eastern side of Hartham Common. The lockkeepers' cottage is very pretty and a lovely backdrop for a photo.

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2.44 km

King's Meads Nature Reserve

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King's Meads Nature Reserve is one of the largest water meadows in Hertfordshire. It is home to 265 types of wildflower and 119 species of bird, including many rare species. …

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2.45 km

New Gauge House

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New Gauge is the start of the New River, a water supply aqueduct that provides water for North London. The Gauge House is Grade II-listed and was constructed in 1856. …

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4.97 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.71 km

1.67 km

660 m

599 m

276 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.72 km

1.11 km

656 m

347 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Saturday 9 May

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Hartham Common – King's Meads Nature Reserve loop from Hertford

River Lea in Hertford

Hartham Common

Hertford Lock 1 (River Lee Navigation)

King's Meads Nature Reserve

New Gauge House

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