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M1 Bridge – Nickey Line Railway Path loop from Harpenden Rural

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M1 Bridge – Nickey Line Railway Path loop from Harpenden Rural

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M1 Bridge – Nickey Line Railway Path loop from Harpenden Rural

01:24

22.5km

190m

Cycling

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

Last updated: July 19, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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3.37 km

Flooded Road Crossing

Highlight • River

7.63 km

M1 Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Usually covered bits of broken glass.

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11.1 km

Bailey Hill Water Tower

Highlight • Historical Site

This grade II listed building is rather fancy inside.

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13.5 km

View from the Capability Brown Statues

Highlight (Segment) • Monument

Sit on the bench by the x3 statues, savour the views and watch the cattle strolling about and eating!

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19.0 km

Nickey Line Railway Path

Highlight • Cycleway

Until 1959, the Nickey Line transported passengers from between Luton and Hemel Hempstead. The 9-mile (14 km) stretch is now a lovely cycle path through peaceful countryside. It's thought that …

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20.6 km

Roundwood Halt (Disused Station Platform on the Nickey Line)

Highlight • Structure

Disused train station platform along the Nickey Line

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22.5 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.2 km

8.17 km

2.25 km

511 m

454 m

Surfaces

17.4 km

4.78 km

194 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (170 m)

Lowest point (90 m)

Weather

Monday 20 July

24°C

12°C

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M1 Bridge – Nickey Line Railway Path loop from Harpenden Rural

Flooded Road Crossing

M1 Bridge

Bailey Hill Water Tower

View from the Capability Brown Statues

Nickey Line Railway Path

Roundwood Halt (Disused Station Platform on the Nickey Line)

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