Details
- Start: Market Hall
- End: Market Hall
- Country: England
- County: Gloucestershire
- Type: Country
- Nearest pub:
- Ordnance Survey: Explorer sheet OL45
- Difficulty: Medium
Description
At any time of the year, a walk along the Cotswold Way will lead you through England's most stunning countryside and picturesque villages as it winds its enchanting way between Chipping Campden and Bath. But no two days in the Cotswolds are ever
Cotswold woodlandsJanuary is the ideal time to begin your journey - leafless trees revealing hidden vistas, crisp mornings, fresh air and the chance walk off the Christmas excess and step into the New Year as you mean to go on. This delightful short walk leads you through the charmingly English market town of Chipping Campden, around sheltered woodlands and past breathtaking views at Dover's Hill. A wonderful introduction to the Cotswolds and a perfect start to the Cotswold Way. 4 miles (Shorter: 3 miles) 2-3 hrs (Shorter: 1-2 hrs) Moderate, some steep sections (Shorter: Easy, avoids climbs) No. 22 bus (See Cotswold Way public transport leaflet, or call Traveline on 0871 200 2233) Start/Finish at SP151392: Explorer sheet OL45 Numerous cafes/pubs in Chipping Campden. Public Toilets in Sheep Street.
Distance:
Catholic Church of St Catherine and continue straight on, past the first of many oaken signposts along the Cotswold Way, and continue left up Hoo Lane. Stay on this road after it becomes an un-made track, and after half a mile, go through the gate at the top onto Kingcomb Lane.
and walk along the lay-by for 100 metres, then turn right opposite a Cotswold Way signpost to cross the road. Continue along this foot path until you reach a kissing gate leading onto Dover's Hill (owned and managed by The National Trust), and a taste of the spectacular views to come.
the Cotswold Way to follow the footpath on the right. To take the shorter route and avoid the steep sections, turn left here and follow
the bridleway to the viewpoint at the end (point 8). Just breathing in the incredible views and freshest of winds is unforgettable enough!
a kissing gate. Leaving the trees behind for the time being, emerge onto the hillside and follow the waymarked path straight on, keeping the fence on your right. Continue downhill towards the woods at the bottom.
into the leafy calm of Lynches wood. Take the waymarked trail to your left, ignoring the footpath to the right and watching out for muddy sections after wet weather. Towards the bottom of the woods, curve to the left and carry on uphill taking the long flight of steps. At the top of the steps, turn right and follow the path until you reach a kissing gate.
