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Sandy Heath – The Lodge RSPB Nature Reserve loop from Potton

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Sandy Heath – The Lodge RSPB Nature Reserve loop from Potton

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Sandy Heath – The Lodge RSPB Nature Reserve loop from Potton

01:36

14.4km

50m

Running

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

Last updated: May 12, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.81 km

Tree Nursery

Forest

3.89 km

Sandy Heath

Highlight • Forest

4.09 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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4.17 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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4.43 km

RSPB The Lodge nature reserve

Nature Reserve

4.57 km

Wooden Bridge to RSPB Reserve

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

14.4 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.59 km

2.41 km

2.02 km

1.93 km

1.20 km

233 m

Surfaces

3.64 km

3.53 km

3.03 km

2.80 km

1.38 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Sunday 31 May

21°C

12°C

42 %

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Sandy Heath – The Lodge RSPB Nature Reserve loop from Potton

Sandy Heath

RSPB The Lodge Café

The Lodge RSPB Nature Reserve

Wooden Bridge to RSPB Reserve

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