Friday, 13th November, 2026 – Start: 10:00 am

Shorter and Steadier Kineton 2026-11

A beautiful walk on mainly good paths and tracks avoiding the worst of the mud

Shorter and Steadier Kineton   2026-11

The Ford over the Windrush
Photo: CNL

Distance

3.5 miles / 5.63 km

Duration

2 hours

Difficulty

Unsurfaced paths, basic fitness

Shape

Circular

Route description

This walk starts at 1000am from a small car park on Critchford Lane and crosses a tributary of the Windrush before a gentle climb through open countryside, with great views, on the way to the Kineton village. The walk then crosses the Windrush twice, on ancient clapper bridges, before heading towards Guiting Woods and then back to the car park across yet another bridge and past the remains of a water mill. Although the walk is in November most of the route is on good surfaces, though some places will be muddy or wet so waterproof boots/shoes are recommended.

  • 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: Nick Mann, Lynne Kelly

Start

Address

Small public car park on Critchford Lane near Kineton
View start on Google Maps

OS Grid Ref

SP 085 258

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