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
Sodbury Stroll
| Length | 5.5 miles |
| Difficulty | May be steep slopes, moderate fitness |
| Surface | 20260113 |
Lid Brook
| Length | 5 miles |
| Difficulty | May be steep slopes, moderate fitness |
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A walk in the woods around Castle Combe
| Length | 4 miles |
| Difficulty | May be steep slopes, moderate fitness |
| Mobility aid rating | Stile free |
| Surface | 20251116 |
Circuit of Bath – Hills and Views
| Length | 11.2 miles |
| Difficulty | Uneven, steep slopes, good fitness |
| Surface | 20251122 |
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.
| Length | 9.5 miles |
| Difficulty | Unsurfaced paths, basic fitness |
| 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.
| Length | 5 miles |
| Difficulty | May be steep slopes, moderate fitness |
| 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.
| Length | 6 miles |
| Difficulty | May be steep slopes, moderate fitness |
| 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.
| Length | 6 miles |
| Difficulty | May be steep slopes, moderate fitness |
| 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.
| Length | 3.5 miles |
| Difficulty | May be steep slopes, moderate fitness |
| 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.
| Length | 2 miles |
| Difficulty | Unsurfaced paths, basic fitness |
| 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.
| Length | 5 miles |
| Difficulty | May be steep slopes, moderate fitness |
| 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.
| Length | 5 miles |
| Difficulty | May be steep slopes, moderate fitness |
| Surface | 20250902 |