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East Of England

Central Bedfordshire

Galley Fort – The Lodge RSPB Nature Reserve loop from Biggleswade

Hiking trails & Routes

East Of England

Central Bedfordshire

Galley Fort – The Lodge RSPB Nature Reserve loop from Biggleswade

Moderate

4.8

(4)

13

hikers

Galley Fort – The Lodge RSPB Nature Reserve loop from Biggleswade

03:54

15.1km

80m

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: May 27, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

389 m

Surfin Café Biggleswade

Highlight • Cafe

Great coffee and cakes with a view over the market square.
A few railings to lock your bike to, so you can keep an eye on it from the cafe.

Tip by

2

756 m

Secluded river access near Biggleswade

Highlight • River

A pleasant secluded river access just off Biggleswade town centre. Great for dogs or refresh tired feet in cool shallow waters. Tables for a spot of picnic.

Tip by

3

2.43 km

Bench by the River at Biggleswade Common

Highlight • Viewpoint

Nice place to rest.

Translated by Google •

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4

7.04 km

Galley Fort

Highlight • Historical Site

5

8.36 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 …

Tip by

6

13.4 km

Shortmead House and Gardens

Highlight • Historical Site

Stunning hard packed gravel ride through the stunning Shortmead House and Gardens, lovely large pond and stunning gardens

Tip by

7

13.4 km

Shortmead House Gardens and Pond

Highlight • Lake

Beautiful house and grounds

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8

14.8 km

The White Hart

Highlight • Other

Old style pub

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B

15.1 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.83 km

3.42 km

1.87 km

659 m

374 m

Surfaces

7.03 km

2.94 km

1.76 km

1.34 km

1.11 km

969 m

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Saturday 27 June

25°C

14°C

33 %

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