Therfield Heath
| Therfield Hill | |
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 The water tower on the summit |
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| Elevation | 168 m (551 ft) |
| Prominence | c. 72 m |
| Parent peak | Dunstable Downs |
| Location | |
| Location | Hertfordshire, England |
| OS grid | TL331372 |
| Topo map | OS Landranger 154 |
Therfield Heath is a public open space and nature reserve on the chalk escarpment just north of Therfield, Hertfordshire; since it lies south-west of the town of Royston it is also known locally as Royston Heath. It has a testing racetrack for horses on its slopes and is a popular spot with dog walkers and birdwatchers. The Heath is a common on which sheep are still regularly grazed.
The site offers very good views towards the north, over the valley of the Cam as far as Cambridge. 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.
Coordinates: 52°01′02″N 0°03′43″W / 52.01727°N 0.06183°W
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