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East Of England

Central Bedfordshire

Sandy Heath – The Lodge RSPB Nature Reserve loop from Potton

Hiking trails & Routes

East Of England

Central Bedfordshire

Sandy Heath – The Lodge RSPB Nature Reserve loop from Potton

Moderate

4.7

(6)

26

hikers

Sandy Heath – The Lodge RSPB Nature Reserve loop from Potton

03:28

13.5km

50m

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: April 16, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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2.37 km

Tree Nursery

Forest

2

3.45 km

Sandy Heath

Highlight • Forest

3

3.65 km

RSPB The Lodge Café

Highlight • Cafe

Basic coffee and snack, but a peaceful spot to park up for a rest

Tip by

4

3.73 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

5

4.22 km

RSPB The Lodge Nature Reserve

Highlight • Forest

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

Tip by

6

4.40 km

Wooden Bridge to RSPB Reserve

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

7

10.7 km

Thirteenth-Century Stone Bridge at Sutton Ford

Highlight • Historical Site

8

12.6 km

Tree Troll

Highlight • Natural

B

13.5 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.03 km

3.06 km

1.73 km

1.13 km

577 m

Surfaces

4.07 km

3.75 km

3.22 km

985 m

980 m

499 m

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