The Harpenden Green Loop connects various paths, open spaces and trails to make a complete 15km (9.3mile) route which can either be walked or cycled in its entirety or in sections, you can join the Loop at a number of points along the way.

We hope that this is a small way to help us all consider the environment when we travel, as well as enjoy the health and wellbeing benefits of walking and cycling, being outdoors and discovering nature. The ‘Harpenden Green Loop’ has been created as a convenient, attractive walking and cycling route around Harpenden. 

Walking and Cycling the Harpenden Green Loop 

The Green Loop is slightly different for walkers and cyclists. The red and blue numbers on the map highlight different direction points.

The Half Loop (Purple Dotted Route)

The Half Loop is a shortened route following either side of the main Loop and taking in the Town Centre, perfect for adding in a spot of shopping, lunch or coffee along the way. There are also local landmarks of historical interest, including the War Memorial and the beautiful St Nicholas Church, both on Church Green, just off the High Street.

A GPS version can be found here

More Information

Below is additional information you may find useful for accessing the Harpenden Green Loop and things to see and do:

Local History:

https://www.harpenden-history.org.uk/

Getting to/from Harpenden:

https://www.arrivabus.co.uk/herts-and-essex/bus-travel-in-harpenden

https://www.intalink.org.uk/maps/13

https://www.intalink.org.uk/services

https://www.thameslinkrailway.com/travel-inspiration/trains-to-harpenden

Harpenden’s Green Spaces and Play Areas

https://www.harpenden.gov.uk/green-spaces

See also the key on the map for locations of public toilets, off-street car-parking and pubs around the Loop.