The Leckhampton Loop

South Cotswold Group

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Overview

A gentle climb up over Leckhampton Hill with stunning views, returning through woodland past the Victorian quarries.

Terrain 2 Hilly and level mix

No stiles.

Coffee stop only on the walk but The Colesbourne Inn and Green Dragon PH are a short drive away after the walk and are both open on a Monday.

Monday, 24 March 2025

Start time:: 10:30 am
Estimated finish time:: 1:30 pm

Difficulty:: Leisurely
Distance:: 8km / 5.0mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

Ascend the hill on the new mobility scooter route, returning down along a mixture of woodland paths and tarmac road. Some short moderately steep sections on the descent.

Features

Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:: SO 96639 16965
Nearest postcode:: GL53 9NG
what3words:: removers.glow.pokers

Start time:: 10:30 am

Severn Springs layby opposite the (now closed) Hungry Horse PH. GL53 9NG

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