Coln Valley and Bibury

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Overview

A scenic figure of eight route following the River Coln from Coln St Aldwyns to the popular village of Bibury with its trout farm and much photographed Arlington Row cottages. Then loop to Ablington returning to Bibury for our lunch stop.

Saturday, 24 May 2025

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 13.7km / 8.5mi
Ascent:: 243.8m / 800ft
Type:: circular

Bring refreshments for coffee break and a picnic lunch.

Public toilets (40p) or cafe toilets with purchase.

Starting point

Grid reference:: SP 14624 04942
Nearest postcode:: GL7 5AJ
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Start time:: 10:00 am

Park on Main Street near the New Inn in Coln St Aldwyns

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