Gloucestershire Walks

Northleach Walk & Route Map

Northleach walk, Gloucestershire
Northleach · Photo: Liz Stone

This walk from Northleach takes you through charming Cotswold countryside and the pretty village itself.

The route passes historic landmarks, including the old 18th-century prison, before heading across open fields to the nearby village of Hampnett, with plenty of opportunities to enjoy a drink or meal at a local pub in Northleach.

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At a glance

Northleach Walk

Distance
4 miles
Estimated time
2 hours
Route type
Circular
GPS app guided
Yes
Parking
Roadside parking at start
51.82948, -1.83657
Characteristics
Countryside, Pub

The walk

Northleach Walk

A nice walk through the pretty Cotswold village of Northleach in Gloucestershire.

This Northleach walk starts in the town and takes you past the old prison which was built in 1790's. After a small climb through open fields and farmland you will reach the small village of Hampnett.

There is some road walking along a grass verge and through the town, however the majority of this walk is through the lovely cotswold countryside.

Refreshments:

The Wheatsheaf Inn, Northleach

Based on 5 user ratings

Community feedback

Overall rating4.0

A very popular walk

Dog friendly4.2 / 5

Very dog friendly

Path condition4.4 / 5

Generally well maintained

Buggy friendly1.6 / 5

Hard going with a buggy

Wheelchair friendly1.4 / 5

Not wheelchair accessible

Toilet facilities2.0 / 5

Very limited facilities

Pub or café5.0 / 5

Amazing stop

Route accuracy4.6 / 5

Spot on

ClimbingGentle slopes
LivestockRarely any livestock
StilesNo stiles
Mud levelMay be muddy after wet weather

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The easiest way to follow this route is with the Gloucestershire Walks app. Choose the walk and follow the pointer showing your live position on the route map, so you can see you're on the right path.

The app works without a phone signal, so you can keep following the route wherever the walk takes you.

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Expanded route map for Northleach Walk, a 4 mile circular walk in Gloucestershire