Friday, 17th April, 2026 – Start: 10:00 am

Adlestrop, where for a moment a blackbird sang.

A circular walk from Adlestrop to Oddington and Daylesford and back. A trio of classic Cotswold villages.

Adlestrop, where for a moment a blackbird sang.

Photo: Anne Martis

Distance

5 miles / 8.05 km

Duration

3.5 hours

Difficulty

Unsurfaced paths, basic fitness

Shape

Circular

Route description

The walk starts at Adlestrop, famous for the Poem “Adlestrop” by Edward Thomas and its connections with Jane Austen. Then to the pretty village of Oddington with its ancient church with spectacular wall paintings which we’ll see. From there to the posh Daylesford Organics before returning back to Adlestrop.

The terrain is flat from Adlestrop to Daylesford [where there are toilets] followed by a moderate ascent on a good surface to Daylesford Stud. From there its just a stones throw back to Adlestrop.

There’s an honesty box at the village hall with a suggested charge of £1 for parking.

Please wear weather-appropriate footwear and clothing for walking

  • Please bring a drink, a snack, and sunscreen
  • The day before a walk, please check to ensure it is still running – and for any exceptional weather forecasts / warnings
  • All walk leaders are appropriately trained and have basic first-aid skills
  • Assistance dogs (on short leads) are welcome
  • Guided walks with the Wardens are free, but we welcome donations to help us sustain our work across the Cotswolds National Landscape.

 

Organised by: Cotswold Voluntary Wardens

Led by: Anne Martis, Christine Bucknall

Start

Address

Adlestrop Village Hall, Adlestrop, Moreton-in-Marsh, UK
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OS Grid Ref

SP2413327196

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