We are the Gloucestershire Walking Group. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.
Kevin B.
This walk is in stunning countryside, starting in Cranham, and taking in the beautiful Painswick Valley. The route includes several wooded areas where hopefully many Spring flowers will be on display.
There will be a break about halfway to eat a packed lunch.
There will be option of a pub stop after – the venue will be confirmed soon.
There are a limited number of places is due to parking.
The meeting point is a carpark on the A46. If heading from Cheltenham, it is to the left of the road, just before Prinknash Abbey. It is opposite a large layby and immediately before a sign indicating the boundary of Cranham. Please approach slowly - it is easy to go by it without seeing it.
If at all possible, please join this walk on Meetup to help with limiting the numbers, as it would be irresponsible to cause too many people to descend on this one carpark. Alternatively, anyone parking at one of the several other nearby carparks, and making their way to the start point, is very welcome to do so.
Further Information:
This walk is arranged by ramblers and is free to join. After 2 or 3 walks we request you become a member of the ramblers. This gives you access to a wide range of walks across the UK, provides assistance with outdoor activity skills and helps to keep public footpaths open.
Do ensure you wear appropriate clothing for the weather and terrain. Walking boots are recommended. Bring poles if you think you'll need them or it has been specifically recommended in the walk description.
You are recommended to carry identification and emergency contact details.
Please always check the details for a walk before setting off.
Dogs are not permitted on this walk, except for registered assistance dogs. If you have any concerns about route suitability, please consult with the walk leader beforehand.
Photography: We encourage you to take photos on our walks, but we ask that you do not share photos that include people’s faces anywhere public, including Meetup
This is a moderately challenging walk - you will need to be fit enough for 11 miles, with a a few hilly sections, including near the end.
If the weather is kind it should be particularly enjoyable. You will see the Painswick valley at its best, with several types of flowers and other evidence of Spring on display.
The meeting point is Fiddlers Elbow carpark on the A46. If heading from Cheltenham, it is to the left of the road, just before Prinknash Abbey. It is opposite a large layby and immediately before a sign indicating the boundary of Cranham. Please approach slowly - it is easy to go by it without seeing it. Be wary of the postcode - that is merely for the nearest houses.
