Arlesey, a village in Central Bedfordshire, offers diverse natural landscapes and well-maintained routes for outdoor activities. The area is characterized by nature reserves, woodlands, and river valleys, providing varied terrain for several sports like road cycling, hiking, touring cycling, jogging, and more. Notable features include the Arlesey Old Moat and Glebe Meadows nature reserve, the River Hiz, and former clay and chalk pits now forming lakes. These environments create a varied setting for outdoor enthusiasts.
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4.6
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Average rating
1032
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5.0
(2)
79
riders
52.9km
02:17
240m
240m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.7
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71
riders
32.6km
01:19
110m
110m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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46
riders
49.9km
02:06
250m
250m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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riders
50.4km
02:16
280m
280m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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25
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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26
hikers
9.06km
02:21
60m
60m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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hikers
2.45km
00:38
10m
10m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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23
riders
33.7km
02:28
320m
320m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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16
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10
riders
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
21.1km
01:24
130m
130m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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11
riders
26.7km
01:45
100m
100m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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23.0km
01:29
80m
80m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9
riders
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
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48.0km
03:20
350m
350m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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riders
71.8km
04:24
390m
390m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
53.6km
03:37
190m
190m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
17.7km
01:01
50m
50m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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12
riders
28.3km
01:40
100m
100m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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runners
8.38km
00:52
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
24.7km
02:36
120m
130m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
5.26km
00:33
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

12
runners
5.20km
00:33
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Arlesey offers a variety of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Hiking, Touring cycling, Jogging, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The region features 118 routes with an average rating of 4.48 stars from komoot users.
Popular hiking trails in Arlesey include the River Hiz and Ickleford Lakes loop, and the Arlesey Walk. These trails traverse diverse environments such as meadows, ancient paths, and nature reserves. Further information can be found in the Hiking around Arlesey guide.
Arlesey provides easy hiking routes suitable for various ability levels, such as the Arlesey Walk, a 3.7-mile (6.0 km) looped trail. These routes often pass through tranquil woodlands and along riverbanks. For more options, consult the Easy hikes around Arlesey guide.
Arlesey features over 50 road cycling routes, varying in difficulty from easy rides on well-paved surfaces to more challenging options. Examples include the Jordan's Mill – Southill Vintage Tearoom loop and the Old Warden Scenic Route – Meppershall Hill loop. Details are available in the Road Cycling Routes around Arlesey guide.
Arlesey offers cycling routes suitable for families, often on well-maintained paths and low-traffic roads. These routes provide an accessible way to explore the local countryside and natural features. The Cycling around Arlesey guide lists various options.
Arlesey is home to several natural features, including the Arlesey Old Moat and Glebe Meadows nature reserve, known for amphibians and wildflowers. The River Hiz flows through the area, offering opportunities to spot kingfishers. Former clay and chalk pits have also transformed into lakes, such as the 'Blue Lagoon'.
Arlesey offers mountain biking trails that traverse varied terrain, including woodlands and former industrial sites. These routes cater to different skill levels, from moderate to more challenging. Information on these trails is available in the MTB Trails around Arlesey guide.
Arlesey provides a network of paths suitable for jogging and running. These trails often pass through nature reserves, woodlands, and along the River Hiz, offering varied and scenic environments for runners. The Running Trails around Arlesey guide details many options.
Komoot offers several guides for Arlesey, including Road Cycling Routes around Arlesey, Hiking around Arlesey, and Cycling around Arlesey. Other guides cover running, easy hikes, mountain biking, and gravel biking.
Arlesey is a popular destination for outdoor activities on komoot, with more than 14,000 visitors sharing their experiences. The region's routes have received an average rating of 4.48 out of 5 stars from over 1,900 ratings. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
The official website for Arlesey Town Council is arlesey-tc.gov.uk. For direct inquiries, the phone number is 01462 733722. These resources provide local information and assistance.

