Bedford

Ivel Valley Group

We are the Ivel Valley Walkers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
exclusive discounts from our partners
knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking

Overview

A scenic circular walk starting from the Priory Park Visitor Centre in Bedford. This route follows riverside paths along the Great Ouse and explores the surrounding parkland, meadows, and quiet green spaces on the edge of town. Expect flat, easy terrain with plenty of opportunities to enjoy wildlife, historic views, and peaceful waterside stretches. Ideal for a relaxed outing, with café and facilities available at the visitor centre.

Wednesday, 17 December 2025

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 1:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 9.7km / 6.0mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

Website:: https://www.ivelvalleywalkers.co.uk

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Toilets available

Starting point

Grid reference:: TL 07211 49315
Nearest postcode:: MK41 9DJ
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Start time:: 10:00 am

Priory Park Visitor Centre, off Barkers Lane

Upcoming walks with Ivel Valley Group

Ickleford

Start:

Difficulty:: Moderate

Distance:: 7.0 miles

Bedford - Mowsbury Park

Start:

Difficulty:: Leisurely

Distance:: 4.5 miles

Dunstable Downs

Start:

Difficulty:: Moderate

Distance:: 7.0 miles

Dunstable Downs

Start:

Difficulty:: Moderate

Distance:: 5.0 miles

Ickleford

Start:

Difficulty:: Moderate

Distance:: 12.0 miles

Woburn

Start:

Difficulty:: Moderate

Distance:: 7.0 miles

Woburn Sands

Start:

Difficulty:: Moderate

Distance:: 12.0 miles

Old Warden

Start:

Difficulty:: Leisurely

Distance:: 4.5 miles

Barton

Start:

Difficulty:: Moderate

Distance:: 7.0 miles

Barton

Start:

Difficulty:: Moderate

Distance:: 5.0 miles

Toddington

Start:

Difficulty:: Moderate

Distance:: 12.0 miles

Weston, nr Baldock

Start:

Difficulty:: Moderate

Distance:: 7.5 miles

Cambridge

Start:

Difficulty:: Moderate

Distance:: 12.0 miles

Great Offley

Start:

Difficulty:: Moderate

Distance:: 7.0 miles

Cranfield

Start:

Difficulty:: Leisurely

Distance:: 5.0 miles

Ampthill

Start:

Difficulty:: Moderate

Distance:: 7.0 miles

Ampthill

Start:

Difficulty:: Moderate

Distance:: 5.0 miles

Arlesey

Start:

Difficulty:: Moderate

Distance:: 12.0 miles

Great Linford

Start:

Difficulty:: Moderate

Distance:: 7.0 miles

Wheathamstead

Start:

Difficulty:: Moderate

Distance:: 10.0 miles

Wilden

Start:

Difficulty:: Moderate

Distance:: 7.0 miles

Broom

Start:

Difficulty:: Leisurely

Distance:: 5.0 miles

Wootton

Start:

Difficulty:: Moderate

Distance:: 6.5 miles

Woburn

Start:

Difficulty:: Moderate

Distance:: 12.0 miles

Marston Moretaine

Start:

Difficulty:: Moderate

Distance:: 7.0 miles

Bedford

Start:

Difficulty:: Moderate

Distance:: 12.0 miles

sharnbrook

Start:

Difficulty:: Leisurely

Distance:: 5.0 miles

Ashridge

Start:

Difficulty:: Moderate

Distance:: 7.0 miles

Ashridge

Start:

Difficulty:: Moderate

Distance:: 5.0 miles

Ickleford

Start:

Difficulty:: Moderate

Distance:: 12.0 miles

Sharnbrook

Start:

Difficulty:: Moderate

Distance:: 7.0 miles

Letchworth

Start:

Difficulty:: Moderate

Distance:: 12.0 miles

Buntingford

Start:

Difficulty:: Moderate

Distance:: 57.0 miles

Shillington

Start:

Difficulty:: Leisurely

Distance:: 5.0 miles

Pegsdon Hills

Start:

Difficulty:: Moderate

Distance:: 7.0 miles

Pegsdon Hills

Start:

Difficulty:: Moderate

Distance:: 5.0 miles

Maulden Woods

Start:

Difficulty:: Moderate

Distance:: 12.0 miles

Stoke Hammond

Start:

Difficulty:: Moderate

Distance:: 7.0 miles

Ashridge

Start:

Difficulty:: Moderate

Distance:: 12.0 miles

Stagsden - Christmas Luncheon Walk

Start:

Difficulty:: Moderate

Distance:: 6.0 miles

Marston Mortaine

Start:

Difficulty:: Leisurely

Distance:: 5.0 miles

Old Warden - Mulled Wine Ramble

Start:

Difficulty:: Moderate

Distance:: 7.0 miles

Harrold

Start:

Difficulty:: Moderate

Distance:: 12.0 miles

Bedford

Start:

Difficulty:: Moderate

Distance:: 6.0 miles

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
exclusive discounts from our partners
knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking

Join now for just £3.58 per month