The small market town of Marshfield is rich in history built up around its strategic location in the heart of Cotswold wool country, near to Bath and Bristol. The eastern part of the village contains the parish church, Manor House and Home Farm, an important group of historic buildings noted for their architectural features. Refreshments are available at The Catherine Wheel and Sweet Apples Tea Shop.
There are 12 routes to explore the Cotswolds from Marshfield
Following the Broadmead Brook
A walk around quiet and open Cotswold countryside in North Wiltshire. Starting from Tormarton we briefly follow the M4 before heading onto open Wiltshire countryside. Passing Grade 2 listed Kington Down Farmhouse we reach the pretty village of West Kington. From here we follow the Broadmead Brook through several miles of open countryside to reach West Littleton. From there it’s a short stretch of the Cotswold Way back to Tormarton.
Bath
- Length
- 9.5 miles
- Difficulty
- Basic fitness, unsurfaced paths
- Surface
- 20251011
Revealing hidden secrets beneath our feet
Enjoy the delights and spectacular views on this walk within the Avon and Bybrook valleys with a glimpse into a different, man-made, world that lies beneath your feet. Please bring drinks, lunch and snacks.
Bath
- Length
- 5 miles
- Difficulty
- Moderate fitness, may be steep slopes
- Surface
- 20250911
Lansdown, four less well-known Bath crescents and the Charlcombe valley
A walk along footpaths north of Bath, starting with Lansdown and a section of the Cotswold Way, to the less well-known crescents of Cavendish, Somerset, Lansdown and Camden before returning via Beacon Hill, the picturesque Charlcombe Valley and Beckford’s Tower. Bring refreshments and a packed lunch.
Bath
- Length
- 6 miles
- Difficulty
- Moderate fitness, may be steep slopes
- Surface
- 20250915
Ups and Downs (commons and villages) east of Bath
A walk along the footpaths east of Bath up to the ancient common of Bannerdown passing through the picturesque villages of Bathford, Northend and Batheaston. Bring refreshments and a packed lunch.
Bath
- Length
- 6 miles
- Difficulty
- Moderate fitness, may be steep slopes
- Surface
- 20250920
Wildflower Walk - a simple Identification
The opportunity to take a look, and learn more about the wild flowers we see every day and easily overlook, and to visit a farm where wildflower seed is produced.
Bath
- Length
- 3.5 miles
- Difficulty
- Moderate fitness, may be steep slopes
- Surface
- 20250614
Trees in full leaf: Identifying trees with their summer plumage
A leisurely walk looking at trees in wintertime; how can we identify these when there are no leaves to provide clues? What are the signs and signals we need to observe? An identification sheet will be given to walkers to take away. Families will be very welcome.
Bath
- Length
- 2 miles
- Difficulty
- Basic fitness, unsurfaced paths
- Surface
- 20250706
Colerne Tuesday Tramp
A walk around the various footpaths of Colerne Parish. Bring a mid-morning munchie. Park at the pub or the adjacent Constitutional Club.
Bath
- Length
- 5 miles
- Difficulty
- Moderate fitness, may be steep slopes
- Surface
- 20250805
Colerne Tuesday Tramp
A walk around the various footpaths of Colerne Parish. Bring a mid-morning munchie. Park at the pub or the adjacent Constitutional Club.
Bath
- Length
- 5 miles
- Difficulty
- Moderate fitness, may be steep slopes
- Surface
- 20250902
Colerne Tuesday Tramp
A walk around the various footpaths of Colerne Parish. Bring a mid-morning munchie. Park at the pub or the adjacent Constitutional Club.
Bath
- Length
- 5 miles
- Difficulty
- Moderate fitness, may be steep slopes
- Surface
- 20251007
Colerne Tuesday Tramp
A walk around the various footpaths of Colerne Parish. Bring a mid-morning munchie. Park at the pub or the adjacent Constitutional Club.
Bath
- Length
- 5 miles
- Difficulty
- Moderate fitness, may be steep slopes
- Surface
- 20251104
Colerne Tuesday Tramp
A walk around the various footpaths of Colerne Parish. Bring a mid-morning munchie. Park at the pub or the adjacent Constitutional Club.
Bath
- Length
- 5 miles
- Difficulty
- Moderate fitness, may be steep slopes
- Surface
- 20251202
Colerne Tuesday Tramp
A walk around the various footpaths of Colerne Parish. Bring a mid-morning munchie. Park at the pub or the adjacent Constitutional Club.
Bath
- Length
- 5 miles
- Difficulty
- Moderate fitness, may be steep slopes
- Surface
- 20250701