Therfield Heath

Therfield Heath

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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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Therfield Heath is a Nature Reserve on the chalk escarpment just north of Therfield, Hertfordshire. It has a testing racetrack 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 a golf 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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