Stroud thrived on its woollen mills in the Industrial Revolution, some of which now open to visitors to enjoy guided tours. In Stroud, you will find an eclectic mix of galleries, cafes and shops – selling everything from fossils to fairies and vintage to vinyl – and one of the best Farmers’ Markets in the country.
There are 12 routes to explore the Cotswolds from Stroud
A Spin Around Dursley
Dursley
- Length
- 5.5 miles
Lakes and Manor
Dursley
- Length
- 8.0 miles
Looking for a view, a church, and a Trig point
Dursley
- Length
- 5 miles
- Difficulty
- Moderate
SHORTER AND STEADIER - Miserden
Cheltenham
- Length
- 3 miles
- Difficulty
- Easy
A Chedworth Round - following a stream and the King's steps
Bourton-on-the-water
- Length
- 5.5 miles
- Difficulty
- Moderate
Friday Foray - Goats, Bulls, Rabbits and Deer?
Chippenham
- Length
- 5.5 miles
- Difficulty
- Strenuous
Paradise Regained
Cheltenham
- Length
- 9 miles
- Difficulty
- Strenuous
LAND WALKING FOR THE WINTER – Elkstone - On Safari (?)
We are offering another chance to escape the worst of the mud. Come on a walk along some beautiful country lanes to another of our lovely Cotswold villages.
Cheltenham
- Length
- 5 miles
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Mobility aid rating
- Stile free
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
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
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
Woodland Owls
We descend through woodland to secluded Owlpen church & 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