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Mountain biking trails

East Of England

Central Bedfordshire

The Lodge RSPB Nature Reserve – Sandy Heath loop from Biggleswade

Mountain biking trails

East Of England

Central Bedfordshire

The Lodge RSPB Nature Reserve – Sandy Heath loop from Biggleswade

Easy

4.8

(12)

14

riders

The Lodge RSPB Nature Reserve – Sandy Heath loop from Biggleswade

01:11

16.5km

80m

Mountain biking

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: February 27, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 4.59 km for 118 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

3.77 km

Biggleswade Common Bridleway Entrance

Highlight • Cycleway

Nice brew in the RSPB shop then then only route cycles are allowed to take leads down toward Biggleswade Common. Few knarly tree roots on the last downhill section by the gate.

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2

4.65 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 …

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3

4.74 km

RSPB The Lodge Café

Highlight • Cafe

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

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4

10.2 km

Sandy Heath

Highlight • Forest

5

10.9 km

Wooden Bridge to RSPB Reserve

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

6

14.0 km

Bridleway Bridge Over Railway

Highlight • Structure

Great way to cross the mainline to Peterborough (very wide ramp system suitable for horses), but the ramp was closed when I last I went to cross (June 25).

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7

14.5 km

Shortmead House and Gardens

Highlight • Historical Site

Stunning hard packed gravel ride through the stunning Shortmead House and Gardens, lovely large pond and stunning gardens

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8

14.5 km

Shortmead House Gardens and Pond

Highlight • Lake

Beautiful house and grounds

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B

16.5 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.60 km

4.07 km

2.62 km

2.53 km

656 m

Surfaces

6.78 km

6.44 km

1.92 km

832 m

285 m

224 m

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Tuesday 19 May

19°C

11°C

29 %

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