Harpenden–Luton Greenway – Dunstable Downs loop from St Albans City

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Harpenden–Luton Greenway – Dunstable Downs loop from St Albans City

Moderate

4.8

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Harpenden–Luton Greenway – Dunstable Downs loop from St Albans City

04:07

68.0km

550m

Mountain biking

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

Last updated: October 8, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 31.5 km for 179 m

After 31.9 km for 112 m

After 34.8 km for 124 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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5.18 km

Childwickbury Manor

Highlight • Other

Film director Stanley Kubrick bought Childwickbury Manor in 1978. The estate was used as both his home and a production centre for his film productions. Stanley Kubrick lived here until …

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11.8 km

Harpenden–Luton Greenway

Highlight • Viewpoint

This is a pleasant cycleway between Harpenden and Luton with very little traffic during the day. It's got a good surface and nice views, especially during the autumn time with the falling leaves.

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15.7 km

Three Local Heroes Statues

Highlight • Monument

The 3 local heroes structure is a dedication to the courage and resilience of 3 individuals who have made a significant impact on their community.

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31.7 km

View of Five Knolls and Neolithic Burial Mounds

Highlight • Historical Site

Magnificent views to the north, and to the west along the slightly higher ridge.Five Knolls Round Barrows is an ancient burial place dating from the New Stone Age/ Late Bronze …

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33.0 km

With breathtaking views, scheduled monuments to explore, and several Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), Dunstable Downs is a fantastic place to spend some time. Situated within the Chilterns Area …

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34.9 km

Whipsnade Tree Cathedral

Nature Reserve

35.8 km

Studham Lane – Whipsnade Zoo Boundary Trail

Highlight • Cycleway

Passing along the traffic free Studham Lane you have Whipsnade Zoo to the west. The surface here is tarmac but have the leaves and verges have encroached making it a countryside delight

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37.7 km

Bell Wood

Forest

39.4 km

Long Wood

Forest

55.1 km

Nickey Line–Roehampton Estate Bridleway

Highlight • Trail

cross over point where one of bridleways in the Roehampton Estate / Harpendenbury Farm meets the Nickey Lane- beware of dogs off leads

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67.1 km

Alban Way Railway Bridge

Highlight • Monument

The Alban Way is a cycle path in Hertfordshire, England, that has been constructed along the route of the former Hatfield to St Albans railway line. It runs from St …

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