Stroud thrived on its woollen mills in the Industrial Revolution, some of which now open to visitors to enjoy guided tours. In Stroud, you will find an eclectic mix of galleries, cafes and shops – selling everything from fossils to fairies and vintage to vinyl – and one of the best Farmers’ Markets in the country.
There are 12 routes to explore the Cotswolds from Stroud
Friday, 10th December, 2027 – Start: 10:00 am
Crickley Hill Shorter and Steadier
| Length | 3 miles |
| Difficulty | Easy access |
Friday, 10th September, 2027 – Start: 10:00 am
Crickley Hill Shorter and Steadier
| Length | 3 miles |
| Difficulty | Easy access |
Friday, 11th June, 2027 – Start: 10:00 am
Crickley Hill Shorter and Steadier
| Length | 3 miles |
| Difficulty | Easy access |
Friday, 12th March, 2027 – Start: 10:00 am
Crickley Hill Shorter and Steadier
| Length | 3 miles |
| Difficulty | Easy access |
Tuesday, 15th June, 2027 – Start: 9:30 am
Miserden, Duntisbourne & Winstone. A Guided, Self Guided Walk.
| Length | 6.5 miles |
| Difficulty | May be steep slopes, moderate fitness |
Tuesday, 16th March, 2027 – Start: 10:00 am
Painswick Stream & Mills
| Length | 5.5 miles |
| Difficulty | May be steep slopes, moderate fitness |
Wednesday, 11th November, 2026 – Start: 10:00 am
Pitchcombe Circuit
| Length | 6 miles |
| Difficulty | May be steep slopes, moderate fitness |
Woodchester Park Circular - Riders and Striders
| Length | 6.5 miles |
| Difficulty | Unsurfaced paths, basic fitness |
| Mobility aid rating | Stile free |
Wednesday, 25th November, 2026 – Start: 10:00 am
Boots on for Bisley
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| Length | 6 miles |
| Difficulty | May be steep slopes, moderate fitness |
Saturday, 12th December, 2026 – Start: 10:00 am
Horsley Figure of Eight
| Length | 6.3 miles |
| Difficulty | May be steep slopes, moderate fitness |
Monday, 1st February, 2027 – Start: 10:00 am
Withington - Lane walking for the winter
| Length | 5.5 miles |
| Difficulty | May be steep slopes, moderate fitness |
| Mobility aid rating | Stile free |
Monday, 4th January, 2027 – Start: 10:00 am
Brimpsfield - Lanes walking for the winter
| Length | 5.5 miles |
| Difficulty | May be steep slopes, moderate fitness |