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, 11th April, 2026 – Start: 10:00 am
Cam Peak - Bluebells and Vistas
Cam Peak circular walk via Cam Long Down
| Length | 3.0 miles |
| Difficulty | May be steep slopes, moderate fitness |
Thursday, 19th March, 2026 – Start: 10:30 am
CNL60 - Uley: Third Thursday Walk - Weaving Around Uley
A two hour walk exploring the environs of Uley and its key role in the local woollen industry.
| Length | 5.0 miles |
| Difficulty | May be steep slopes, moderate fitness |
Friday, 27th March, 2026 – Start: 10:00 am
Avening: Gatcombe View and Secluded Valley
A circular walk across varied landscapes giving glorious views of the Gatcombe Estate and providing the peace of a hidden valley.
| Length | 7.5 miles |
| Difficulty | May be steep slopes, moderate fitness |
Thursday, 19th February, 2026 – Start: 10:30 am
Third Thursday Walk - Snowdrops and Aconites
A short walk exploring the lovely woods near the village of Kingscote; snowdrops may still be seen!
| Length | 5.5 miles |
| Difficulty | Easy access |
Friday, 24th April, 2026 – Start: 10:00 am
CNL60 - Between Two Great Parks - Wotton Circular to Ozleworth and Newark.
A delightful walk from Wotton Under Edge through the secluded Ozleworth valley and Newark and Ozleworth parks, returning via a stretch of the Cotswold Way.
| Length | 7.0 miles |
| Difficulty | May be steep slopes, moderate fitness |
Wednesday, 11th March, 2026 – Start: 10:00 am
Frampton, Oakridge and The Holy Brook
| Length | 5.5 miles |
| Difficulty | Unsurfaced paths, basic fitness |
Pre-booking required
Friday, 24th April, 2026 – Start: 10:00 am
NT Woodchester Park – pre-booking required
| Length | 6.5 miles |
| Difficulty | Easy access |
| Mobility aid rating | Pushchair friendly |
The pre walk showed the route is very muddy in places. Based on the weather forecast the walk will still go ahead. However, wellington boots with grip soles are strongly recommended by the leaders. Please check for any update before setting off on Wednesday.
Wednesday, 25th February, 2026 – Start: 10:00 am
Coffee Morning Walk, 'Harbingers of Spring'
A walk taking in a magnificent 13th century tithe barn; hopefully with young lambs.
| Length | 5.5 miles |
| Difficulty | Unsurfaced paths, basic fitness |
NOTE: Following a serious fire, Brimscombe Hill is closed to through traffic, therefore access down Brimscombe Hill from Minchinhampton is not possible – please approach from the A429 as described below.
Monday, 29th December, 2025 – Start: 10:00 am
Villages of the Golden Valley
| Length | 8 miles |
| Difficulty | May be steep slopes, moderate fitness |
Friday, 2nd January, 2026 – Start: 10:00 am
CNL60 - Around Minchinhampton Commons
Join us in celebrating the new year and the 60th anniversary of the Cotswolds AONB on a bracing morning walk across signature Cotswold upland commons.
| Length | 5.0 miles |
| Difficulty | Unsurfaced paths, basic fitness |
| Mobility aid rating | Stile free |
Please note that this is not a coffee morning walk. The walk will still start at 10:30.
Wednesday, 5th November, 2025 – Start: 10:30 am
Charles II Was Here
| Length | 5.5 miles |
| Difficulty | May be steep slopes, moderate fitness |
Thursday, 18th September, 2025 – Start: 10:30 am
THIRD THURSDAY WALK – Bottoms Up to Ledgemoor
| Length | 5.0 miles |
| Difficulty | May be steep slopes, moderate fitness |