Gloucestershire Walks

Selsley Common Walks and Map

Selsley Common walk, Gloucestershire
Selsley Common · Photo: Don Cload

Selsley Common is located near Stroud and offers visitors wonderful views, open grasslands, heather-covered hills, and scattered patches of ancient woodland. The common is a haven for wildlife, and you may spot grazing sheep, colourful butterflies, and an array of bird species along your journey.

The highlight of Selsley Common is undoubtedly the breathtaking views it offers over the picturesque Severn Vale. From certain vantage points, you can gaze out across the rolling hills, winding rivers, and pretty villages. Whether you enjoy an energetic walk, a picnic with a view or just to be surrounded by wildlife, Selsley Common provides a great escape for nature lovers and walkers alike.

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Selsley Common walk 01

Selsley Common short walk

Walk distance
2¼ miles
Time
1 hour
Route type
Circular

A lovely walk around Selsely common and through the woods.

This is similar to the second Selsley common walk however it is shorter and there is less woodland walking.

It still includes some nice walking through the woodland and up onto the Selsley common area. There is a steep climb through the middle and other sections of this walk.

Selsley Common walk 02

Selsley Common longer walk

Walk distance
4½ miles
Time
2.5 hours
Route type
Circular

This second Selsley common walk is longer and explores more of the wonderful woodland.

Most of the walk is undercover woodland walking but there is also exposed walking on the common with some lovely scenic and panoramic views over the Cotswold countryside. There are some very steep segments in the woodland and on this walk which may get muddy and be uneven so please take care.

There are also a few local pubs a short drive away for refreshments.

These Selsley Common walks start at coordinates: 51.722511, -2.249327

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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 Selsley Common short walk, a 2.25 mile circular walk in Gloucestershire