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.

CNL60 - Around Minchinhampton Commons

Image by kind permission of Mike Barby, with thanks.

Distance

5.0 miles / 8.05 km

Duration

3.0 to 3.5 hours

Difficulty

Unsurfaced paths, basic fitness

Mobility aid rating

Stile free

Shape

Circular

Route description

Fairly flat terrain and no stiles on this walk across characteristic Cotswold upland commons, with glorious views of surrounding valleys and beyond (weather permitting).View the dogs’ Christmas tree, captured in Mike Barb’s wonderful image!  Suitable for families, but not buggies or pushchairs.

CNL60
Join the celebration in 2026 for the 60th year of the official designation of the Cotswolds as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). This walk is one of a series of special walks aiming to connect people with hands-on opportunities to explore and understand the Special Qualities of the landscape, which are integral to its protected status.

Organised by: Cotswold Voluntary Wardens

Led by: David Owen, Trish Iliadou

Start

Address

Opposite The Amberley Inn, Stroud GL5 5AB, UK. Please do not use the Inn car park.
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OS Grid Ref

SO850013

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Refreshments

Refreshments are available locally after the walk, if required