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View from Ware Town Bridge – New Gauge House loop from Ware

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View from Ware Town Bridge – New Gauge House loop from Ware

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View from Ware Town Bridge – New Gauge House loop from Ware

00:54

14.9km

30m

Mountain biking

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 27, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 9.78 km for 156 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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3.18 km

Stanstead Lock

Highlight • Bridge

The lock which incorporates a rare example of a swing-bridge has the reputation of being one of the country's most difficult to negotiate.

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4.73 km

Hardmead Lock

Highlight • Rest Area

The lock has a reputation as being difficult to negotiate.

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6.12 km

View from Ware Town Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Amazing views from either side of the bridge

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8.35 km

King's Meads Nature Reserve

Highlight • River

Large water meadow wetland lots of birdwatching

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8.37 km

New Gauge House

Highlight • Monument

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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9.14 km

Hertford Lock 1 (River Lee Navigation)

Highlight • Bridge

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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10.4 km

Weir and Waterfall on the River Lea, Hertford

Highlight • Waterfall

Nice spot by the river for a snack break.

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12.4 km

King's Meads Nature Reserve

Highlight • Viewpoint

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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14.9 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.49 km

3.83 km

705 m

383 m

334 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

9.18 km

4.51 km

760 m

260 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Thursday 9 July

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View from Ware Town Bridge – New Gauge House loop from Ware

Stanstead Lock

Hardmead Lock

View from Ware Town Bridge

King's Meads Nature Reserve

New Gauge House

Hertford Lock 1 (River Lee Navigation)

Weir and Waterfall on the River Lea, Hertford

King's Meads Nature Reserve

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