Shefford — Biggleswade

Shebig three
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By Strider on 05 Mar 2023

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Description

This is the same as Shebig 2 but with the diversion around the quarry included

This is the same as Shebig 2 but with the diversion around the quarry included

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Grade 4: Route includes very rough surfaces including deep ruts, steep loose gravel, unmade paths and deep muddy sections. Wheelchairs may experience traction/wheel spin issues.
Access grade X: At least one stile, flight of steps or other obstacle that is highly likely to block access for wheelchair and scooter users.		 Grading is based on average scores by surveyors. This slow way has 1 surveys.
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Facilities

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Not present at time of survey Public toilet (1)
Not present at time of survey Wheelchair accessible toilet (1)
Maybe present Supermarket (1)
Present at time of survey Restaurant (1)
Maybe present Vegan restaurant (1)
Maybe present Accommodation (1)
Maybe present Accommodation < £50 (1)
Not present at time of survey Campsite (1)
Not present at time of survey Bothy (1)
Not present at time of survey Free wifi (1)
Not present at time of survey Public phone (1)
Present at time of survey Mobile phone coverage (1)
Not present at time of survey Train station (1)
Present at time of survey Bench (1)
Not present at time of survey Picnic table (1)
Present at time of survey Bus stop (1)
Not present at time of survey Ferry (1)

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Not present at time of survey Scrambling (1)
Not present at time of survey Wading (1)
Not present at time of survey Swimming (1)
Not present at time of survey Climbing (1)
Not present at time of survey Stepping stones (1)
Not present at time of survey Very slippery (1)
Present at time of survey Very muddy (1)
Maybe present Very icy (1)
Not present at time of survey Likely to flood (1)
Present at time of survey Long grass sections (1)
Present at time of survey Crops encroaching on path (1)
Present at time of survey Diverted path (1)

Obstacles

Obstacles on this route.

Not present at time of survey Stiles (1)
Present at time of survey Step and kerbs (1)
Not present at time of survey Possible to avoid steps, if applicable (1)
Not present at time of survey Flights of steps (1)
Not present at time of survey Gates (1)
Not present at time of survey Kissing gates (1)
Not present at time of survey Locked gates (1)
Not present at time of survey Disables access gates (1)
Not present at time of survey Cycle barriers (1)
Not present at time of survey Ladders (1)
Not present at time of survey Cattle grids (1)
Not present at time of survey Fords (1)
Not present at time of survey Narrow bridges (1)
Not present at time of survey Ferry required (1)
Present at time of survey Acceptable road walking (1)
Not present at time of survey Unacceptable road walking (1)
Not present at time of survey Dangerous road crossings (1)
Present at time of survey Walking on paths beside roads (1)
Present at time of survey Walking on verges beside roads (1)
Not present at time of survey Railway crossings (1)
Not present at time of survey River crossings (1)
Not present at time of survey Cattle possible (1)
Not present at time of survey Horses possible (1)
Not present at time of survey Tidal area (1)
Not present at time of survey Potential falls (1)
Not present at time of survey Exposed to elements (1)
Not present at time of survey Remote area (1)
Not present at time of survey Mountainous area (1)
Not present at time of survey Military training area (1)
Not present at time of survey No visible path (1)
Not present at time of survey Seasonal nesting birds (1)
Not present at time of survey Other hazards (1)

Accessibility

Is this route step and stile free?

Present at time of survey Free of stiles (1)
Not present at time of survey Free of single steps/kerbs (1)
Present at time of survey Free of flights of steps (1)
Not present at time of survey Free of other obstacles (1)

Measurements

Surveyors were asked to measure the narrowest and steepest parts of paths.

The narrowest part of the path is 50.0cm (1)

The steepest uphill gradient walking East 30.0% (1)

The steepest uphill gradient walking West 6.0% (1)

The steepest camber gradient across the path 6.0% (1)

How clear is the waymarking on the route: Unsigned (1)

Successfully completed

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Small Pug-sized dog (0)
Small Labrador-sized dog (0)
Large St. Bernard-sized dog (0)
Standard pram (0)
Off-road rugged pram (0)
Standard wheelchair (0)
Off-road rugged wheelchair (0)
Standard mobility scooter (0)
Off-road rugged mobility scooter (0)

Recommended by an expert

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Small Pug-sized dog (0)
Small Labrador-sized dog (0)
Large St. Bernard-sized dog (0)
Standard pram (0)
Off-road rugged pram (0)
Standard wheelchair (0)
Off-road rugged wheelchair (0)
Standard mobility scooter (0)
Off-road rugged mobility scooter (0)

Terrain

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25.0% of the route is on roads (1)

10.0% of the route is lit at night (1)

15.0% of the route is paved (1)

20.0% of the route is muddy (1)

20.0% of the route is over rough ground (1)

10.0% of the route is through long grass (1)

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Shefford
Grid Ref TL1433039076
Lat / Lon 52.03832° / -0.33457°
Easting / Northing 514,330E / 239,076N
What3Words jiffy.indulgent.once
Biggleswade
Grid Ref TL1910844580
Lat / Lon 52.08678° / -0.26302°
Easting / Northing 519,108E / 244,580N
What3Words multiples.motored.plodded

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review

Strider

05 Mar 2023 Winter
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I walked from Shefford to Biggleswade.
Quickly out of the town there is a riverside walk along the River Ivel Navigation, starting park-like then becoming more rural with reed beds.
There is then a 1.5km walk along a wide verge towards Stanford. The verge has pot holes, molehills and regular drainage ditches all covered by grass. Care should be taken not to twist your ankles. You also need to frequently cross the road from one side to the other to walk the easiest parts. Quite hard walking. This walk would be a 4* if not for this part.
On the path out of Stanford you will see the quarry's recent (15/3/21) extension which diverts the path west along field edges, muddy due to recent ploughing.
Passing by a farm and through Broom there is a new nature reserve with lakes landscaped from previous quarry workings, The trees are all immature but this will become an even more beautiful area.
Under the A1 via 'rabbit-hole' tunnels (you can go through any of the holes!) then field past an invisible Earthwork towards Biggleswade town. A few suburban streets take you to the town centre.

Apart from The Verge this is a lovely relaxing walk far from traffic. Even better in summer I imagine.
Narrow paths, that verge, and mud when wet make this unsuitable for wheels.

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Distance

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Ascent

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Descent

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