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Following in the footsteps of the Romans, The Cotswolds

Summary

A walk in the footsteps of the Romans around the picturesque village of Bourton on the Water. Take in the delights of the "Venice of the Cotswolds" cross the river Windrush that flow eastwards supplying the river Thames.
Difficulty:
Easy
Distance:
2.9 miles (4.6 km)
Walking time:
01h 45m
Type:
Circular

Start location

Harrington House Main gate, Bourton-on-the-Water

lat: 51.8839102

lon: -1.7594632

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