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
LANE WALKING FOR THE WINTER - Elkstone, Lanes Only Walk
| Length | 6 miles |
| Difficulty | May be steep slopes, moderate fitness |
| Mobility aid rating | Mobility scooter |
| Surface | 20260303 |
From Cranham common to church
| Length | 6 miles |
| Difficulty | May be steep slopes, moderate fitness |
| Surface | 20260128 |
Withington - Lanes walking for the winter
| Length | 5 miles |
| Difficulty | May be steep slopes, moderate fitness |
| Mobility aid rating | Mobility scooter |
| Surface | 20260106 |
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.
| Length | 5.0 miles |
| Difficulty | Unsurfaced paths, basic fitness |
| Mobility aid rating | Stile free |
| Surface | 20260102 |
In the footsteps of Mr Dunt
| Length | 6 miles |
| Difficulty | Unsurfaced paths, basic fitness |
| Surface | 20260114 |
SHORTER AND STEADIER 13 Green Dragon
A really lovely walk along mostly hard surfaces with glorious views - if it’s not too foggy!
| Length | 4 miles |
| Difficulty | May be steep slopes, moderate fitness |
| Mobility aid rating | Stile free |
| Surface | 20250207 |
Step back in time: Oakridge to Bisley Spring circular walk.
| Length | 5.5 miles |
| Difficulty | May be steep slopes, moderate fitness |
| Surface | 20260519 |
Blow away the Yuletide cobwebs! Painswick Beacon walk with views across the Vale of Severn.
The ‘walker’s car park’ above the Painswick Rococo Garden marks the start and finish of this short but invigorating romp across the Painswick Golf Course. The aim is to admire the views from the Beacon and utilise the footpaths through the golf course, Pope’s Wood and Kites’ Hill.
| Length | 4 miles |
| Difficulty | May be steep slopes, moderate fitness |
| Mobility aid rating | Stile free |
| Surface | 20260120 |
Bisley Stroll
| Length | 6.5 miles |
| Difficulty | Unsurfaced paths, basic fitness |
| Surface | 20251112 |
THIRD THURSDAY WALK – Bottoms Up to Ledgemoor
| Length | 5.0 miles |
| Difficulty | May be steep slopes, moderate fitness |
| Surface | 20250918 |
A GORILLA IN THE MIST? –The delights of Uley and environs
| Length | 7.5 miles |
| Difficulty | May be steep slopes, moderate fitness |
| Surface | 20251002 |
Cotswolds from Coaley Peak - A Stonehouse Walking Festival Walk
| Length | 7 miles |
| Difficulty | Uneven, steep slopes, good fitness |
| Surface | 20250909 |