Sandy Heath – The Lodge RSPB Nature Reserve loop from Sandy

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Sandy Heath – The Lodge RSPB Nature Reserve loop from Sandy

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Sandy Heath – The Lodge RSPB Nature Reserve loop from Sandy

01:14

4.82km

20m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: August 6, 2026

Waypoints

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36 m

Bridleway East Sandy

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

903 m

Sandy Heath

Highlight • Forest

1.10 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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2.42 km

Galley Fort

Highlight • Historical Site

3.54 km

RSPB The Lodge nature reserve

Nature Reserve

3.80 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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4.82 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.93 km

1.88 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.04 km

1.83 km

646 m

264 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Sandy Heath – The Lodge RSPB Nature Reserve loop from Sandy

Bridleway East Sandy

Sandy Heath

RSPB The Lodge Café

Galley Fort

The Lodge RSPB Nature Reserve

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