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 Dursley’s former prosperity.

There are 12 routes to explore the Cotswolds from Dursley

Saturday, 5th April, 2025

A Spin Around Dursley

Dursley

Length: 5.5 miles
Difficulty: Moderate

Wednesday, 26th March, 2025

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

Dursley

Length: 5 miles
Difficulty: Moderate

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

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

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

CANCELLATION - Please note this walk has been cancelled due to the weather and poor ground conditions.

Wednesday, 26th February, 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

Thursday, 20th February, 2025

Third Thursday Walk - Commons and Canals

Every month, South District Cotswold Wardens offer a two-hour walk on the third Thursday starting at 10.30am from a café or pub, where there is an optional 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

Thursday, 20th March, 2025

Third Thursday Walk - Hills and Hillforts

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

Dursley

Length: 5 miles
Difficulty: Moderate

Monday, 3rd March, 2025

Coffee Morning Walk, 'Harbingers of Spring'

Meet at 10:00 for coffee. The walk, which starts at 10:30, takes us first to Silver St. then to the impressive 13th century tithe barn at Frocester Court. With luck there will be new born lambs to see. There is a good pub in the village for lunch after the walk, if required.

Dursley

Length: 5.5 miles
Difficulty: Easy

Thursday, 17th April, 2025

Third Thursday Walk' - Stinchcombe Hill and the Legacy of Sir Stanley Tubbs

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

Dursley

Length: 5 miles
Difficulty: Easy

Saturday, 4th January, 2025

Around Minchinhampton Commons

A bracing morning walk on upland commons to celebrate the new year. Fairly flat terrain and no stiles. Glorious views of surrounding valleys and beyond (weather permitting). Refreshments available locally after the walk, if required. Suitable for families, but not buggies or pushchairs.

Dursley

Length: 5 miles
Difficulty: Easy
Mobility aid rating: Stile free

Kingscote via Lasborough Circular

Dursley

Length: 4 miles
Difficulty: Moderate
Mobility aid rating: Stile free

Guided routes

Self Guided Routes

Cotswold cycle routes

The Cotswold Way and other long-distance paths

Cotswold Gateway Towns

Cotswolds horse riding routes

There are 12 routes to explore the Cotswolds from Dursley

A Spin Around Dursley

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

Third Thursday Walk - Commons and Canals

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

Third Thursday Walk - Hills and Hillforts

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

Coffee Morning Walk, 'Harbingers of Spring'

Meet at 10:00 for coffee. The walk, which starts at 10:30, takes us first to Silver St. then to the impressive 13th century tithe barn at Frocester Court. With luck there will be new born lambs to see. There is a good pub in the village for lunch after the walk, if required.

Third Thursday Walk' - Stinchcombe Hill and the Legacy of Sir Stanley Tubbs

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

Around Minchinhampton Commons

A bracing morning walk on upland commons to celebrate the new year. Fairly flat terrain and no stiles. Glorious views of surrounding valleys and beyond (weather permitting). Refreshments available locally after the walk, if required. Suitable for families, but not buggies or pushchairs.

Kingscote via Lasborough Circular