Walks Near Gloucester

Chosen Hill is around 5 miles from Gloucester and a short but fun walk in Gloucestershire, offering great views and a sense of adventure along the way.

The main route is quite short with a few steep bits, but there are plenty of extra paths to explore, with hidden fairy doors to spot and panoramic views from the trig point at the top. It’s a lovely little outing for curious walkers, families and anyone looking for a quick walk with a magical twist.

These walks from the charming village of Sheepscombe (around 9 miles from Gloucester) offer a rewarding way to explore the rolling hills and woodland of the Cotswolds.

The walks begin near the village pub and climb up to scenic viewpoints before continuing through peaceful woodland and open countryside. With some steeper sections along the way, these walks are a little more energetic, but the beautiful views and the welcoming Butchers Arms at the end make the effort well worthwhile.

Painswick Beacon is is around 7 miles from Gloucester and is the site of an ancient Iron Age hill fort. Due to it’s height at 283m (928ft), it has arguably some of the best 360 degree views you will find in the Cotswolds.

On a nice clear day you can see the Malvern Hills in one direction and the Forest of Dean and Brecon Beacons in the other.

Set around one of the most attractive villages in Gloucestershire, these walks explore the peaceful surroundings of Frampton-on-Severn and its famous village green. Although it's around 12 miles from Gloucester, it's just a short drive along the M5 to get there and worth the visit.

The walks take in sections of the Gloucester and Sharpness Canal, quiet village lanes and waterside paths, with one route extending to the scenic Saul Junction where two historic canals meet. Another shorter option circles Frampton Court Lake for an easy stroll. With lovely waterside views and welcoming village pubs nearby, these walks offer a relaxing way to enjoy this charming area.

This walk explores Robinswood Hill, a beautiful country park on the edge of Gloucester with woodland, meadows, and abundant wildlife.

This walk leads you up to the summit for sweeping panoramic views, with plenty of paths to explore and a café and picnic area to enjoy along the way.

This lovely walk takes you around the pretty beech woodlands of Coopers Hill and Brockworth Wood which is around 6 miles from Gloucester. There are also areas of flower rich grassland and some captivating views over the Cotswold countryside.

These walks through the Slad Valley explore one of the most picturesque corners of the Cotswolds, with rolling hills, wooded slopes, and charming valley scenery. It's about 11 miles from Gloucester.

The walks follow a mix of countryside tracks, woodland paths, and quiet lanes, with sections through beautiful beech woods and views across the surrounding valleys. Along the way you’ll also discover the landscape that inspired writer Laurie Lee, author of 'Cider with Rosie', with the option to detour to the famous Woolpack pub where he was known to spend time. Steeper sections make these walks a little more challenging, but the scenery makes every climb worthwhile.

This walk from Cranham Common takes you along quiet country lanes, beside a gentle stream and into attractive woodland. It's around 7 miles from Gloucester.

The route passes St James Church, heads through Saltridge Wood and by a series of lakes, with an optional detour to the Black Horse Inn at the end.

Set in the rolling countryside of Gloucestershire, these rewarding walks around Cranham takes you through beautiful Buckholt Wood, along a stretch of the Cotswold Way, and past the famous slopes of Cooper's Hill, home of the annual cheese rolling event.

With two route options to choose from, this is a varied and scenic outing with some notably steep sections that will appeal to more energetic walkers, rewarded by lovely views from the top.

A small optional detour leads to well-earned refreshments at The Black Horse Inn, making this a memorable Cotswold walk with a little bit of everything. This walk is also around 7 miles from Gloucester.