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The best running trails around Bedford

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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: November 23, 2025

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1. Roxton running loop via Kingfisher Way

16.1km

01:42

50m

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

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2. Priory Lake – Bedford Castle loop from Castle

9.94km

01:02

20m

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

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

18.0km

01:53

30m

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

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4. River Great Ouse loop from Kempston

5.02km

00:31

10m

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

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5. Great Barford Bridge loop from Renhold

25.1km

02:38

40m

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

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6. River Great Ouse – Bedford Castle loop from Kingsbrook

9.64km

01:02

10m

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

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7. Running loop from Stewartby

4.55km

00:29

10m

Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8. Washpit Lake – River Great Ouse loop from Castle

10.2km

01:03

20m

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

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9. Priory Lake – River Great Ouse loop from Great Denham

17.5km

01:48

30m

Hard run. Very 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

Moderate 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. Priory Lake – Bedford Castle loop from Castle

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

4. River Great Ouse loop from Kempston

5. Great Barford Bridge loop from Renhold

6. River Great Ouse – Bedford Castle loop from Kingsbrook

7. Running loop from Stewartby

8. Washpit Lake – River Great Ouse loop from Castle

9. Priory Lake – River Great Ouse loop from Great Denham

10. River Great Ouse – Causeway Lake loop from Willington

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