Tuesday, 14th April, 2026 – Start: 10:00 am

Wardens Wood to Cleeve Common via Wontley Farm

We will walk through woods and farmland to Cleeve Common before returning via the Butterfly Reserve

Wardens Wood to Cleeve Common via Wontley Farm

Just in time for the bluebells
Photo: CNL

Distance

5.5 miles / 8.85 km

Duration

3.5 hours

Difficulty

May be steep slopes, moderate fitness

Shape

Circular

Route description

A fairly easy walk through bluebell ridden Wardens’ Wood and farmland, before emerging at Wontly Farm and climbing up to Cleeve Common. Then we will walk down the road with visits to the Butterfly Reserve for more amazing views and lots of Cowslips

  • 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: Lynne Kelly, Steven Pascoe, Jane Wild

Start

Address

Warden's Wood car park, Cleeve Common Cheltenham GL54 4EU
View start on Google Maps

OS Grid Ref

SO 010 236

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Travel Info

From Whittington 'T' junction turn right and then take the left turn signposted Whitehall. Follow the lane for 2 miles to the car park