Daglingworth Dawdle

Starting from Stratton we traverse permissive paths over the Bathurst Estate to reach the beautiful village of Daglingworth. From there we head towards Itlay returning via Daglingworth and our start point.

Daglingworth Dawdle

Photo: Harley Green

Distance

5.5 miles / 8.85 km

Duration

3 hours

Difficulty

Basic fitness, unsurfaced paths

Shape

Circular

Route description

From the start point we follow permissive paths over the farmland of the Bathurst Estate to arrive at the church in the pretty village of Daglingworth. After coffee and a chance to view the church we then make a small climb to the hamlet of Itlay which affords good views over the distant countryside. We then return via Daglingworth along good paths to our start point.

Organised by: Cotswold Voluntary Wardens

Led by: Harley Green, David Fabbro, Graham Saunders, David Fickling

Start

Address

Coming from Cirencester towards Cheltenham on the A435 ignore the right turn to the A453 and continue along Ermin Street for about 3/4 of a mile and Baunton Lane is on the right. Coming from Cheltenham on the A435 pass Cirencester Golf club and Baunton Lane is shortly after on the right hand side.
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OS Grid Ref

SP 038 013

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Travel Info

Park considerately in Baunton Lane, Stratton near the junction with Ermine Street just outside Cirencester. Parking can also been found in Tall Trees a quiet road off Baunton Lane. If possible car share to reduce the number of vehicles.