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Gloucestershire Walking Group

We are the Gloucestershire Walking Group. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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Overview

Join us for a 6 mile evening walk on Bredon Hill, starting from outside Overbury Church, Church Row, Overbury (GL20 7NY, not far from Tewkesbury). Free street parking is available but please park considerately in this residential area. 

 The route is well-known and popular for reason, but for anyone unfamiliar the views from Bredon Hill can be fantastic, including the Malvern Hills in the distance.

We will stop at the top of Bredon Hill for about 10 – 15 minutes.

Those wanting to can stop at the Yew Tree in Conderton, just before the end of the walk, and anyone not wanting to stop can be given easy directions for the final remaining distance. 

Sunset will be just after 8.30pm, which we will hopefully see just before reaching the pub.

Please bring a torch / headtorch for the final section, especially if stopping at the pub.

Thursday, 1 May 2025
Start time:
6:30 pm
Estimated finish time:
9:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
10.3km / 6.4mi
Ascent:
280m / 919ft
Type:
circular

Points of interest include the "folly" (a tower) which was believed to have been inspired by the building of the nearby Broadway Tower and which, sitting on a hill 981 feet, takes the total height above 1,000 feet.  

The Ramblers
This walk is organized by members of  Ramblers and is free to join. Consider becoming a member after a few enjoyable walks with us. Membership gives you access to a wide range of walks across the UK, provides assistance with outdoor activity skills, and helps keep public footpaths open.
Attire and Footwear: Dress appropriately for the weather. Sturdy walking boots are highly recommended. Walking poles may be useful for the steeper sections.
Pets Policy: Dogs are not permitted on this walk, except for registered assistance dogs.
Emergency Contacts: We recommend you carry emergency contact details.

Please always check the details for a walk before setting off.

You are encouraged to register your attendance on GWG’s Meetup site so that the Walk Leader knows how many to expect.

 

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SO 95715 37409
Nearest postcode:
GL20 7NY
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romantics.pushing.workshop
Start time:
6:30 pm

We meet outside Overbury Church, Church Row, Overbury, GL20 7NY

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking