Running around Bedford is one of the best ways to explore more of this region. To help you discover the most beautiful places to run, we’ve reviewed our full collection of routes around Bedford—and are proud to present the best running trails. Click on any of the routes for more details and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other runners.

Last updated: September 27, 2025

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1. Roxton running loop via Kingfisher Way

16.1km

01:42

50m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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2. River Great Ouse loop from Kempston

5.02km

00:31

10m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Priory Lake – Bedford Castle loop from Castle

9.94km

01:02

20m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. River Great Ouse loop from Newnham

7.77km

00:48

10m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. River Great Ouse – Causeway Lake loop from Bedford St Johns

18.0km

01:53

30m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6. Great Barford Bridge loop from Renhold

25.1km

02:38

40m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7. Priory Lake – Willington Woods loop from Willington

13.3km

01:25

20m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8. Washpit Lake – Danish Camp loop from Newnham

10.1km

01:04

10m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9. Washpit Lake – River Great Ouse loop from Castle

10.2km

01:03

20m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10. River Great Ouse – Causeway Lake loop from Willington

5.14km

00:34

10m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best running trails around Bedford

1. Roxton running loop via Kingfisher Way

2. River Great Ouse loop from Kempston

3. Priory Lake – Bedford Castle loop from Castle

4. River Great Ouse loop from Newnham

5. River Great Ouse – Causeway Lake loop from Bedford St Johns

6. Great Barford Bridge loop from Renhold

7. Priory Lake – Willington Woods loop from Willington

8. Washpit Lake – Danish Camp loop from Newnham

9. Washpit Lake – River Great Ouse loop from Castle

10. River Great Ouse – Causeway Lake loop from Willington

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