Tetbury is the second largest town in the Cotswolds. Highgrove, just outside the town, is the private residence of Their Majesties The King Charles III and The Queen Consort. During the Middle Ages, Tetbury was an important market town for Cotswold wool and yarn. Today, it is better associated with boutique shops, great food, and its royal connections.
There are 12 routes to explore the Cotswolds from Tetbury
Monday, 6th April, 2026 – Start: 10:00 am
Cherington Nags (copy)
An attractive and varied circular walk, taking in the hamlet of Nags Head, a Renaissance boar in a field, the fine medieval church of St. Nicholas, and beautiful Cherington Lake.
| Length | 5.0 miles |
| Difficulty | Unsurfaced paths, basic fitness |
Thursday, 16th April, 2026 – Start: 10:30 am
Minchinhampton, 'Third Thursday Walk' – Minchinhampton, Golden Valley views, beautiful Box.
A circular walk of 5.5 miles including a golden valley, sunken paths and a very narrow street.
| Length | 5.5 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 |
Wednesday, 18th March, 2026 – Start: 10:00 am
Map Skills for Beginners
| Length | 2.0 miles |
| Difficulty | Unsurfaced paths, basic fitness |
| Mobility aid rating | Stile free |
Friday, 22nd May, 2026 – Start: 10:00 am
Village and Valley
| Length | 5.5 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 |
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 |
Saturday, 20th June, 2026 – Start: 7:00 pm
Mid-summer return to Badminton, an evening stroll
An evening stroll from Badminton village to Little Badminton and back through the Badminton Park Estate.
| Length | 5 miles |
| Difficulty | Unsurfaced paths, basic 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 |
Wednesday, 10th December, 2025 – Start: 10:00 am
On a clear day
| Length | 5.5 miles |
| Difficulty | May be steep slopes, moderate fitness |
Tuesday, 19th May, 2026 – Start: 9:30 am
Step back in time: Oakridge to Bisley Spring circular walk.
| Length | 5.5 miles |
| Difficulty | May be steep slopes, moderate fitness |