Bedford figure-of-eight, 7.8 miles + 4.3 miles

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Overview

A figure of 8 walk from Priory Country Park, Bedford. A circuit passing Willington Dovecote and alongside the River Great Ouse before lunch back at the start point. Bring a packed lunch or purchase at the cafe.

Then along the river on one bank to the centre of Bedford and back along the other embankment.

Assistance dogs only, please.

Sunday, 4 August 2024

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 19.5km / 12.1mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Toilets available
Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:: TL 07225 49259
Nearest postcode:: MK41 9DJ
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Start time:: 10:00 am

Meet by the Cloverdale Retreat cafe, Priory Country Park (free parking).

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