- Therfield Heath
Infobox Mountain
Name = Therfield Hill
Photo = Therfield top.jpg
Caption = The water tower on the summit
Elevation = 168 m (551 ft)
Location =Hertfordshire ,England
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Prominence = "c." 72 m
Parent peak =Dunstable Downs
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OS "Landranger" 154
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Grid_ref_UK = TL331372
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Pronunciation =Therfield Heath is a
Nature Reserve on the chalk escarpment just north ofTherfield ,Hertfordshire . It has a testingracetrack for horses on its slopes and is a popular spot with dog walkers and birdwatchers. The site also offers very good views towards the north, over the Cam valley. The Heath is agolf course but nevertheless provides some fine walking. At the foot of the heath sits the thriving Heath Sports Club (HSC), with facilities including a gym, squash courts, bar and bistro. The HSC is home also home to Royston Hockey Club, Royston Rugby Club & Royston Runners amongst others.The highest point of the Heath is Therfield Hill. This top reaches 168 m (551 ft), the highest point for twelve miles in every direction with a relative height of about 72 m. The top is crowned by a
water tower .
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