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Central Bedfordshire
Harlington

The Old Sun – View of Sharpenhoe Clappers loop from Harlington

Moderate

5

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The Old Sun – View of Sharpenhoe Clappers loop from Harlington

00:58

14.7km

150m

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: April 16, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 2.77 km for 166 m

Waypoints

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Start point

Train Station

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1

560 m

The Old Sun

Highlight • Other

2

2.85 km

View of the Sundon Hills

Highlight • Natural Monument

The Smithcombe, Sharpenhoe and Sundhon Hills cover 86 hectares (212 acres) in Bedfordshire. With thick forests, gentle slopes and wildflowers, the area is a lovely place to cycle, hike and …

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3

6.65 km

View of Sharpenhoe Clappers

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

A good climb if heading south, but a much better descent if heading north from Luton or Dunstable. Enjoy the view as you fly down the hill!

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4

10.7 km

The Bottoms on the Chilterns Cycleway

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

A tarmacked lane but bumpy in places with great views of Sharpenhoe Clappers

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5

12.7 km

I don't know why these bollards are here , but the road is definitely not closed

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14.7 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

14.3 km

337 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

7.76 km

6.55 km

403 m

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Highest point (160 m)

Lowest point (70 m)

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Tuesday 19 May

19°C

11°C

31 %

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