Walking Routes in the Cotswolds
The Cotswolds offers a diverse array of walking routes that cater to all levels of hikers. From gentle strolls through charming villages to more challenging hikes across rolling hills and ancient woodlands, the region is a paradise for walkers. The Cotswold Way, a 102-mile National Trail, is a highlight, offering breathtaking views, historical sites, and picturesque landscapes. Along the way, walkers can explore honey-colored limestone cottages, historic landmarks, and enjoy the tranquility of the countryside. With its blend of natural beauty and cultural heritage, the Cotswolds provides an idyllic setting for outdoor enthusiasts.
Burford Walks
Burford is one of the most picturesque towns in England with its famous High Street rising up from…
Charlbury Walks
Charlbury is a charming little Cotswolds town set in the Evenlode Valley amidst the remains of…
Chipping Norton Walks
The busy little market town of Chipping Norton sits on one of the highest points of the Northern…
Dean Common
Like many of the best nature reserves in the modern landscape, Dean Common is an exhausted quarry…
Foxburrow Wood
Until 2009, Foxburrow Wood in Witney had a long history of intensive agricultural cattle…
Grimes Meadow
Grimes Meadow, consisting of two lowland flood meadows straddling the river Windrush, is a…
Kingham Walks
Kingham is unspoilt Cotswold village with a wide open green at its centre. It is an excellent base…
Singe Wood Nature Reserve
This wonderful woodland is managed by the Wychwood Forest Trust. It was kindly gifted to the Trust…
The Cotswold Way
The Cotswold Way National Trail is a walking trail that runs along the length of the Cotswolds…
Wigwell Nature Reserve
In summer months, its steeply sloping meadows become a riot of colourful wildflowers, including…
Winchcombe Walkers are Welcome
Winchcombe’s award winning Cotswolds Walking Festival has grown in reputation since it…
Witney Walks
Witney is nestled in beautiful countryside and what better way to explore the area than by foot or…
Wychwood Circular Walks
The Wychwood Way is a 59 km (37 mile) circular trail following waymarked rights of way around the…
Cotswold Walks
Welcome to the Cotswolds, the walking capital of England. This area of gentle hills and…
The Oxfordshire Way
The Oxfordshire Way meanders through the Oxfordshire Cotswolds, passing by the stunning village…
Windrush Path Mosaic Trail
The Lower Windrush Valley Mosaic Trail can be started at either Standlake or Newbridge. It is a flat…
The Thames Path
Follow the greatest river in England for 184 miles from its source in the Cotswold hills to the sea…