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
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Tuesday, 3rd June, 2025
Ravensgate Common Wildflower Walk
Cheltenham
- Length
- 3 miles
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Mobility aid rating
- Stile free
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Tuesday, 1st July, 2025
Across the wolds – a Withington to Foxcote classic Cotswold round
Start and meet at the Withington Jubilee Village Hall car park Withington Village (Jubilee) Hall, Withington, GL54 4BP. Entrance is 100m on the RHS after the Mill Inn This walk is a little longer than many and bringing a snack and drink to enjoy at Foxcote would be good.
Bourton-on-the-water
- Length
- 7 miles
- Difficulty
- Moderate
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Friday, 3rd October, 2025
Shorter and Steadier 2025 10 Miserden and Fox Wood
Cheltenham
- Length
- 3.5 miles
- Difficulty
- Moderate
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Monday, 30th June, 2025
From Egypt Through Rome to Windsor
Nailsworth
- Length
- 5.5 miles
- Difficulty
- Moderate
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Wednesday, 11th June, 2025
Two churches and a coffee stop
Whilst there are some ascents and descents the majority of the walk is fairly level and allows for some good views over the surrounding countryside. It is well within the scope of regular walkers. Please park considerately in the village. Bring a snack and drink.
Cheltenham
- Length
- 5.5 miles
- Difficulty
- Moderate
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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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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, 15th May, 2025
Spring in the Woodchester Valley
Dursley
- Length
- 2.5 miles
- Difficulty
- Moderate
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Thursday, 24th April, 2025 – Start: Please note that this walk has been brought forward one week from the 1st May because the bluebells are early this year. Also, the village hall car park is currently being refurbished. Please park considerately at the roadside, not in the village shop car park.
Around Cam Downs Bluebell Walk
Dursley
- Length
- 6.0 miles
- Difficulty
- Moderate
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Wednesday, 14th May, 2025
Bisley God ‘elp Us
Cheltenham
- Length
- 6.25 miles
- Difficulty
- Moderate
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Saturday, 5th April, 2025
A Spin Around Dursley
Dursley
- Length
- 5.5 miles
- Difficulty
- Moderate