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Try up to 3 TASTER WALKS You are advised to check the website beforehand for any changes, particularly during adverse weather.
- Wednesday, 29th January 2020: Along the river to ArlinghamJoin the South Cotswold group for a 8.0 mile moderate walk.Saul Junction to Upper Framilode. Severn Way cutting off to Arlingham. Sharpness canal back to carpark. Terrain 0 Level. Bring picnic lunch.
- Saturday, 1st February 2020: Cherington circularJoin the South Cotswold group for a 8.0 mile moderate walk.Rodmarton, Culkerton, Cherington pond.Terrain 1 Not much climbing. Bring a packed lunch.
- Monday, 3rd February 2020: Kingscote centuryJoin the South Cotswold group for a 4.0 mile leisurely walk.Hay Bottom, Newington Bagpath, Hazelcote, a surprise ending.Terrain 1 Not much climbing. Pub lunch possible. Please pre-order.
- Wednesday, 5th February 2020: Railyard RendezvousJoin the South Cotswold group for a 5.0 mile moderate walk.Flatish walk to Long Newton, Shipton Mill and back. Terrain 1 Not much climbing. Lunch possible from Snooty Fox pub, the Close restaurant or numerous cafes.
- Saturday, 8th February 2020: Kingshill to CoaleyJoin the South Cotswold group for a 6.0 mile moderate walk.Via Upthorpe, Coaley, Silver Street and Far Green. Terrain 2 Hilly and level mix. Bring a snack.
- Wednesday, 12th February 2020: A tumulus too far, “figureightly” speakingJoin the South Cotswold group for a 8.0 mile moderate walk.Southwards from Minchinhampton Common. Terrain 3 Hilly. If the weather is severe, this walk can be shortened to 4 miles. Bring picnic.
- Monday, 17th February 2020: To the tower but no be-headingJoin the South Cotswold group for a 4.5 mile leisurely walk.Bournsteam, Tyndale Monument, Brackenbury Ditches, Wotton Hill. Just over the 4 mile limit but worth it for the views. Terrain 2 Hilly and level mix with one longish hill. Food pre-booked at the Royal Oak.
- Wednesday, 19th February 2020: Gershwin Favourite Not AllowedJoin the South Cotswold group for a 7.2 mile moderate walk.Hazel Wood, Ledgemore Bottom, Chavenage Green, Longtree Bottom, Shipton’s Grave Lane. Terrain 2 Hilly and level mix.
To see maps and where to meet on the above walks, click the date of each walk.
To see details of later walks, click the Walks menu above and then Walks Programme - or simply click HERE
About the South Cotswold Ramblers Group
South Cotswold Ramblers Group is one out of nearly 500 in England, Scotland and Wales who are part of Ramblers, Britain's walking charity. VISIT RAMBLERS WEBSITE HERE.
Why not walk with us on our varied Group walks in the Stroud district including Painswick in this beautiful part of Gloucestershire? Every week we put on two, three or even four walks and would love to see you.
Get to know the best rambles around the Five Valleys around Stroud including the Slad Valley made famous in Laurie Lee's Cider with Rosie, Westonbirt, Nailsworth, Berkeley, Slimbridge, Dursley, Frampton-on-Severn, Wotton-under-Edge and Tetbury as well as our regular walks outside this superb walking area.
If you decide to join our friendly walking group, you will also be supporting the valuable work of Ramblers in Britain and you will also be entitled to walk with any Ramblers' group in Great Britain! It's easy to join our group here.
Come and try a few walks with us soon, (there is no need to join Ramblers for up to three walks). Our walks are anything from 4 miles at an leisurely pace up to 10 miles or even more. Keep fit, have a chat and see the beautiful Gloucestershire countryside.
VISITORS FROM ABROAD, you will be very welcome to join us on a walk (hike) without being members.
CARING FOR FOOTPATHS AND OTHER RIGHTS OF WAY - Our volunteer members keep an eye on the local footpath network, working with Gloucestershire Public Rights of Way (PRoW) Officers to help solve problems. Tell us about footpath problems here online.
FOOTPATH VOLUNTEERS - Some of our members clear and waymark paths, and erect and repair signposts and stiles. Could you help?
WALK IN THE COTSWOLDS - You do not have to be a member to try three of our walks before joining Ramblers! We lead varied walks each weekend and mid week in the scenic South Cotswolds. see a map of our home area.
VISIT OUR HUGE PHOTO GALLERY - Our regularly updated walks photos show you our delightful area and the people who take part!
SOCIAL EVENTS & HOLIDAYS - We also arrange enjoyable walking holidays for our members and social events.
VISIT AGAIN - If you have enjoyed looking at our website, please visit again. Send us a message if you wish. We usually update the website several times a week. Good walking.
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Don't want to a nuisance but can anybody spare an apple core. Our coffee break is interrupted.
Christmas has arrived for South Cots. First of our Festival of Winter Walks.
Come and see our tree at the Festival in the Parish Church in STROUD. Note the new figure made by Ann. Should be on top of the tree but too heavy - typical Rambler.
On today's walk we meet some volunteers from Glos Wildlife Trust who are in the woods near Caudle Green harvesting crayfish for transfer to other areas.
