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East Of England

Central Bedfordshire

Sandy Heath – The Lodge RSPB Nature Reserve loop from Potton

Running trails & routes

East Of England

Central Bedfordshire

Sandy Heath – The Lodge RSPB Nature Reserve loop from Potton

Hard

5.0

(1)

25

runners

Sandy Heath – The Lodge RSPB Nature Reserve loop from Potton

01:58

17.5km

170m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 26, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

3.45 km

Sandy Heath

Highlight • Forest

2

3.74 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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3

5.78 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

7.99 km

RSPB The Lodge Nature Reserve

Highlight • Forest

Running or walking, this space is a gem! Take your time to enjoy it

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5

10.6 km

Galley Fort

Highlight • Historical Site

6

11.3 km

Downhill Ride on Potton Road

Highlight • Trail

Great fun downhill section

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7

13.1 km

WW2 Concrete Shelters at RAF Tempsford

Highlight • Historical Site

Just off the Roman Road and part of the land used by RAF Tempsford, worth a look

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8

13.8 km

Carthagena Road Footpath Entrance

Highlight • Trail

Forest short cut/single smooth surface dirt track 'footpath' - out of sight from vehicles - to Deedale/Carthagena Rd.

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15.2 km

Tree Nursery

Forest

B

17.5 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.9 km

2.59 km

2.36 km

990 m

663 m

Surfaces

7.02 km

4.91 km

2.28 km

2.02 km

932 m

332 m

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Friday 3 July

27°C

14°C

13 %

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