The Top 20 Attractions around Woburn Sands
There are plenty of places to see and visit around Woburn Sands. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Woburn Sands is a region where 20
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: November 11, 2025
Grand Union Canal and Twelve Arches Weir
Highlight • Cycleway
The Grand Union Canal was once one of the most important waterways in Britain, carrying goods between London and Birmingham. The canal travels 137 miles (220 km) in total, with …
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Fly Past Monument and Bike Repair Station
Highlight • Structure
Meeting point for Leighton Buzzard Road Cycling Club (lbrcc.com/) and a monument to Leighton Buzzard's history.
This work of art, by David Mayne, was officially unveiled September 2005 and has …
This work of art, by David Mayne, was officially unveiled September 2005 and has …
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Longslade Red Trail, Woburn Bike Park
Highlight • MTB Park
This is the red MTB trail at Woburn; you'll find the easier blue trail on the other side of Sandy Lane.
You'll either need a day pass (about £5) or …
You'll either need a day pass (about £5) or …
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Bancroft Roman Villa
Highlight • Monument
Situated in Milton Keynes' Loughton Valley Linear Park, Bancroft Roman Villa is one of the most extensively excavated Roman villas in Britain. Discovered in 1971, it took 15 years of …
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Teardrop Lakes
Highlight • Structure
The motorway right besides is quite noise, which disturbs the experience considerably. Also the part closer to the national bowl is a bit shabby. For the rest quite green pseudo-nature, but relaxing by bike.
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Furzton Lake
Highlight • Viewpoint
A lovely little lake on the outskirts of Milton Keynes. There's a striking sculpture, the Triple Star Head, by Romanian artist Paul Neagu, as well as wooden sculptures by Wendy …
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Bluebell Woods
Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint
Beautiful, hidden section of woods that is usually quiet.It's superfast when it's dry and can get a bit muddy around the motorway bridge and the entry into the woods in …
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Lodge Lake
Highlight • Trail
Lodge Lake was created in 1981 to prevent Loughton Brook flooding the downstream area. It now has a park area that is popular as a recreational hub, especially with the …
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St Mary the Virgin's Church, Linslade
Highlight • Historical Site
There's a Holy Well just a few hundred yards north of this church. The well's waters are known for their miraculous healing powers, so get down there if your legs need a quick pick-me-up!
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Grand Union Canal
Highlight • River
Stretching 137 miles (220 km) from London to Birmingham, the Grand Union Canal was once an important waterway carrying trade to and from the capital. Today, narrowboats slowly cruise the waters, whilst cyclists and walkers enjoy the towpath.
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Caldecotte Lake
Highlight • Rest Area
You'd never know you're right in the centre of Milton Keynes! Beautiful lake with great bike paths around the edges - suitable for all levels and all bike types.
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