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We are the Bath Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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

Overview

A circular, undulating, autumnal walk starting in Leighterton, a handsome stone settlement on the Cotswold plateau.  The walk continues along lanes and across fields, and then follows a public footpath through Westonbirt Arboretum (with its autumn colours) before returning to Leighterton.

Sunday, 22 October 2023
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
1:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
8km / 5.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Suitable footwear is recommended as it may be muddy in the fields.  Please bring a drink and a light picnic lunch for short refreshment stops. The village pub, The Royal Oak, is closed at present so for refreshments after the the walk, the Holford Arms. Knockdown GL8 8QY, is a very short drive from Leighterton.

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
ST 82301 90958
Nearest postcode:
GL8 8UN
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Start time:
10:00 am

Meet by the church in Leighterton.

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