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East Of England

Central Bedfordshire

The Lodge RSPB Nature Reserve – Sandy Heath loop from Sandy

Hiking trails & Routes

East Of England

Central Bedfordshire

The Lodge RSPB Nature Reserve – Sandy Heath loop from Sandy

Moderate

4.6

(14)

140

hikers

The Lodge RSPB Nature Reserve – Sandy Heath loop from Sandy

02:06

7.88km

90m

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: June 21, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

1.08 km

Downhill Ride on Potton Road

Highlight • Trail

Great fun downhill section

Tip by

2

1.75 km

Galley Fort

Highlight • Historical Site

3

5.56 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 Lizards and Natterjack Toads. There are also areas of grassland and woods, important habitat for other species.

There is a visitor centre, shop and cafe.

Tip by

4

5.64 km

RSPB The Lodge Café

Highlight • Cafe

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

Tip by

5

5.84 km

Sandy Heath

Highlight • Forest

B

7.88 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.62 km

192 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.21 km

1.51 km

1.22 km

683 m

192 m

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Tuesday 30 June

25°C

15°C

11 %

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