Dursley

Dursley is an old market town in the heart of the Cotswold hills, with its 18th-century market hall, raised on pillars like stilts. Dursley was once a hub of the cloth-making industry that supported so many Cotswold villages and there are many older houses that stand as a testament to… Read More

Photo by Barbara Brocklesby.

Dursley is an old market town in the heart of the Cotswold hills, with its 18th-century market hall, raised on pillars like stilts. Dursley was once a hub of the cloth-making industry that supported so many Cotswold villages and there are many older houses that stand as a testament to Dursley’s former prosperity.

There are 12 routes to explore the Cotswolds from Dursley

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Tuesday, 24th June, 2025

Buried and Restored Treasures of the Past, from Romans to Industrialists

Dursley

Length
7.5 miles
Difficulty
Moderate
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Thursday, 19th June, 2025

Candle in the Window

Dursley

Length
5.0 miles
Difficulty
Moderate
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Wednesday, 11th June, 2025

Woodland Owls

We descend through woodland to secluded Owlpen church and Manor. On to Uley and a steep ascent to follow the path around Uley Bury. We join the Cotswold Way, climbing to Coaley Peak viewpoint followed by a short walk back to Nympsfield. Please bring a packed lunch.

Dursley

Length
6.5 miles
Difficulty
Strenuous
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Thursday, 29th May, 2025

A Favourite Summer Walk

Dursley

Length
4.0 miles
Difficulty
Moderate
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Thursday, 22nd May, 2025

Coffee Morning Walk, 'Woods and Fields Around Kingscote'

Dursley

Length
5.5 miles
Difficulty
Moderate
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Thursday, 15th May, 2025

Spring in the Woodchester Valley

Dursley

Length
2.5 miles
Difficulty
Moderate
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Thursday, 24th April, 2025

Around Cam Downs Bluebell Walk

Dursley

Length
6.0 miles
Difficulty
Moderate
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Saturday, 5th April, 2025

A Spin Around Dursley

Dursley

Length
5.5 miles
Difficulty
Moderate
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Wednesday, 26th March, 2025

Looking for a view, a church, and a Trig point

Dursley

Length
5 miles
Difficulty
Moderate
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Wednesday, 22nd January, 2025

Vines and Views

We follow the Cotswold Way, contouring through beech woodlands then ascend onto Selsley Common. Descending through vineyards into Woodchester Park, we pass by the magnificent Woodchester Mansion. Gradual climb back to Coaley Peak. Please bring a packed lunch.

Dursley

Length
8.5 miles
Difficulty
Strenuous
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Thursday, 16th January, 2025

Third Thursday Walk - Halts and Houses

A new venture from South District Wardens! A two-hour walk every month on the third Thursday starting at 10.30 am from a café or pub, where there is an opportunity for refreshment at the end of the walk. Come and enjoy the glorious Cotswold National Landscape with us every month.

Dursley

Length
5 miles
Difficulty
Moderate
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Friday, 10th January, 2025

Coaley's Neolithic Bones

Along the back lanes and paths of Coaley, a long gentle ascent across open fields and through beech woodland to Coaley Peak. We descend through a pretty hamlet with fantastic views across the Severn. Bring a drink and a snack.

Dursley

Length
5 miles
Difficulty
Moderate
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