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
Saturday, 9th May, 2026 – Start: 10:00 am
A Ramble to Woodmancote
| Length | 6 miles |
| Difficulty | May be steep slopes, moderate fitness |
Wednesday, 13th May, 2026 – Start: 10:00 am
As I walked out
| Length | 5 miles |
| Difficulty | Uneven, steep slopes, good fitness |
Friday, 17th July, 2026 – Start: 10:00 am
From Cranham to Paradise
| Length | 5.5 miles |
| Difficulty | May be steep slopes, moderate fitness |
Saturday, 11th April, 2026 – Start: 10:00 am
Cam Peak - Bluebells and Vistas
Cam Peak circular walk via Cam Long Down
| Length | 3.0 miles |
| Difficulty | May be steep slopes, moderate fitness |
Tuesday, 1st September, 2026 – Start: 10:00 am
Leckhampton Common to Barber Wood and Coberley
| Length | 6 miles |
| Difficulty | May be steep slopes, moderate fitness |
Monday, 6th April, 2026 – Start: 10:00 am
Cherington Nags
An attractive and varied circular walk, taking in the hamlet of Nags Head, a Renaissance boar in a field, the fine medieval church of St. Nicholas, and beautiful Cherington Lake.
| Length | 5.0 miles |
| Difficulty | Unsurfaced paths, basic fitness |
Thursday, 16th April, 2026 – Start: 10:30 am
Minchinhampton, 'Third Thursday Walk' – Minchinhampton, Golden Valley views, beautiful Box.
A circular walk of 5.5 miles including a golden valley, sunken paths and a very narrow street.
| Length | 5.5 miles |
| Difficulty | May be steep slopes, moderate fitness |
Friday, 27th March, 2026 – Start: 10:00 am
Avening: Gatcombe View and Secluded Valley
A circular walk across varied landscapes giving glorious views of the Gatcombe Estate and providing the peace of a hidden valley.
| Length | 7.5 miles |
| Difficulty | May be steep slopes, moderate fitness |
Wednesday, 18th March, 2026 – Start: 10:00 am
Map Skills for Beginners
| Length | 2.0 miles |
| Difficulty | Unsurfaced paths, basic fitness |
| Mobility aid rating | Stile free |
Thursday, 26th March, 2026 – Start: 10:00 am
Coaley Peak to Selsley Common *Booking Required*
| Length | 5.5 miles |
| Difficulty | Unsurfaced paths, basic fitness |
| Mobility aid rating | Trampers |
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, 23rd 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 |