The historic wool town of Painswick, known as ‘The Queen of the Cotswolds’, is one of the finest and best-preserved Cotswold settlements, nestling quietly in the hills and surrounded by some of the Cotswolds’ most delightful countryside. Painswick is at the mid-point of the Cotswold Way and surrounded by marvellous walking country. The world famous Rococo Gardens, Painswick Beacon, church of St. Mary (sitting amongst 99 yew trees) are all within easy access. Award winning hotels and inns and some specialist craft and antique shops are all situated in the centre of the village.
There are 12 routes to explore the Cotswolds from Painswick
Tuesday, 5th May, 2026 – Start: 10:00 am
Cranham and Cooper’s Hill
| Length | 5.5 miles |
| Difficulty | May be steep slopes, moderate fitness |
| Mobility aid rating | Stile free |
Tuesday, 16th June, 2026 – Start: 9:30 am
Miserden village to Fort ; A Woodland and Lake circuit
| Length | 5 miles |
| Difficulty | May be steep slopes, moderate fitness |
Wednesday, 11th February, 2026 – Start: 10:00 am
Painswick Valley Stroll
| Length | 6 miles |
| Difficulty | Uneven, steep slopes, good fitness |
Wednesday, 11th March, 2026 – Start: 10:00 am
Frampton, Oakridge and The Holy Brook
| Length | 5.5 miles |
| Difficulty | Unsurfaced paths, basic fitness |
Friday, 24th April, 2026 – Start: 10:00 am
NT Woodchester Park – pre-booking required
| Length | 6.5 miles |
| Difficulty | Easy access |
| Mobility aid rating | Pushchair friendly |
Please note start time to allow for bus timetabling
Friday, 27th February, 2026 – Start: 10:15 am
Cirencester – Town and Country
| Length | 7.5 miles |
| Difficulty | Easy access |
| Mobility aid rating | Trampers |
Friday, 13th February, 2026 – Start: 10:00 am
Shorter and Steadier 2. 2026. Edgeworth
| Length | 3.5 miles |
| Difficulty | Unsurfaced paths, basic fitness |
Friday, 11th December, 2026 – Start: 10:00 am
Shorter and Steadier - Crickley Hill 2026-12
| Length | 3 miles |
| Difficulty | Easy access |
| Mobility aid rating | Stile free |
Friday, 11th September, 2026 – Start: 10:00 am
Shorter and Steadier - Crickley Hill 2026-9
| Length | 3 miles |
| Difficulty | Easy access |
| Mobility aid rating | Stile free |
Friday, 12th June, 2026 – Start: 10:00 am
Shorter and Steadier 2026-6 Crickley Hill
| Length | 3 miles |
| Difficulty | Easy access |
| Mobility aid rating | Stile free |
Friday, 13th March, 2026 – Start: 10:00 am
Shorter and Steadier 2026-3 CRICKLEY HILL
| Length | 3 miles |
| Difficulty | Easy access |
| Mobility aid rating | Stile free |
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 |