Guided Walks
The Cotswold Voluntary Wardens
On their guided walks the Wardens use their local knowledge to explain more about the landscape, history, wildlife and local communities of the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
The walks are free of charge, but people are asked to make a contribution to the Countryside Fund at the end of each outing. The fund is spent to enhance the Cotswolds and pays for the restoration of historic features such as milestones and sheepwashes, the planting of hedges and trees and the installation of gates for easier access to the countryside.
For a full programme of walks contact Cotswolds Conservation Board
- Tel: +44 (01451) 862000
- Web: www.cotswoldsaonb.org.uk
Tailor-made
As well as the guided walks listed in this newspaper, Cotswold Voluntary Wardens can provide tailor-made outings for groups of all abilities. Contact the Conservation Board for details and a list of local contacts.
Guided Tours of Chipping Campden
and "The most beautiful village street now left in the island".
Meet at the Market Hall, Chipping Campden for a 14.30 start for tours led by Cotswold Voluntary Wardens. This is an easy walk that is very suitable for families and will take one and a half hours. We suggest donations of say £1.50 per person towards the Wardens' Countryside Fund please. Map ref OS Leisure 45/152 392
Chipping Campden Town Walks
Voluntary Wardens offer a town walk and an audiovisual show followed by tea in Chipping Campden for organised parties. Contact 01386 832131
Upland Escapes
Upland Escapes is a Gloucestershire based walking holiday company, offering privately guided day walks throughout the Cotswolds, around Bourton-on-the-Water, the Slaughters, Stow-on-the-Wold, Burford and Bibury. You can see more details of these walks on our website. Our walks are designed to be suitable for all fitness levels and ages, including children, and participants may walk as much or as little as they like, choosing from a wide range of walks lasting from between 2 hours to a full day.
Our exclusive guided walks are perfect for families or parties of friends, for couples, or for single people wishing to explore the countryside without the need to walk alone. The cost for a private guide is between £70 and £120, depending on the number of people and the length of the walk.
- Tel: +44 (0)1367 851 111
- Email: lwhinney@uplandescapes.com
- Web: www.uplandescapes.com
Walk the Cotswold Way
Join a group led by the Cotswolds Voluntary Wardens walking 10 miles of the Cotswold Way on the first Wednesday of each month. Walks commence in May of each year. Travel by coach from Winchcombe to the start point. Lunches will be at pleasant inns en route. For further information and to reserve places please contact 01242 673722. An early booking is advised.
Walk the Diamond Way
Join a group led by the Cotswolds Voluntary Wardens walking some 10 miles of the North Cotswold Diamond Way on the fourth Tuesday of each month. The walks commence in April each year, starting and ending in Moreton-in-Marsh and continue for six consecutive months. A bus will meet walkers at the appropriate venue to transport them to the start point for a walk back to the cars. For further information and to reserve places please contact 01386 438060. An early booking is advised.
PLEASE: always remember to wear appropriate footwear because some walks may be steep and muddy in places. Dogs are not allowed on walks, except guide dogs for the blind and hearing dogs for the deaf.
Walks are graded as follows:
EASY - length may vary but terrain is mainly flat (level).
MODERATE - includes some hills and some rough ground.
STRENUOUS - may be rough underfoot and ascents and descents may be steep.
Individual walks are listed in the Events section of this website