Cheltenham Rambling Club Highlights

Colesbourne to Upper Coberley - 5 September 2024.

Thursday’s walk was led by Martin W.  14 members turned out in the rain and got very wet but spirits remained high and we enjoyed the snippets of information along the route, especially hearing about Chris’ grandparents and their family home.  Fascinating.  The walk was rounded off with a welcome lunch in the pub.

Four Cotswold Villages - 31 August 2024

An excellent, varied, undulating walk through the Cotswolds led by Carol.  Hazleton, Turkdean, Cold Aston, Notgrove.  

Brimpsfield and Syde - 18 August 2024.

An enjoyable Sunday morning ramble led by Gordon and Jenny on the 18 August.  Coffee stop in the woods and lunch in the village of Caudle Green.

Winchcombe to Prestbury - 17 August 2024

A very pleasant walk led by Chris and Sue on the 17 August.  Coffee at Belas Knap and lunch overlooking wonderful views of Cheltenham and beyond.

Ashton-under-Hill   - 10 August 2024

Very pleasant walk on Saturday from Ashton under Hill and up to Bredon Hill tower.  Plenty of ripe blackberries along the way to keep us going.  Many thanks to John M.

Eckington - 4 August 2024

Twelve members enjoyed an interesting and very pleasant Sunday morning circular walk from Eckington.   Thanks to Keith and Mary.

Cleeve Hill - 31 July 2024

A glorious evening walk on Cleeve Hill yesterday, led by Angela.  A most welcome drink at The Rising Sun afterwards.

Bredon Hill - 27 July 2024

A delightful walk with spectacular views, led by Carol up and around Bredon Hill and down to Ashton under Hill and Conderton.  A sharp shower or two towards the end but we dried off quickly.  The wild flowers were stunning.

Birdlip - 20 July 2024

Saturday’s very pleasant walk around Birdlip finishing at Ruby’s for a bacon sandwich. 28 walkers enjoyed the morning.

Thanks to Gordon and Jenny. 

Woodchester Park - 13 July 2024

Thanks to Robert and Janet for a most enjoyable circular walk around Woodchester Park 

Guiting Power to Naunton - 27 June 2024

On Thursday, Allen led a delightful circular walk from Guiting Power through Naunton, finishing at The Farmers Arms for lunch in the sunshine.

Coln St Aldwyns to Bibury  - 11 June 24

A delightful walk through beautiful countryside and we avoided the rain, even enjoying a picnic alongside the river. 

Thanks to Gordon and Jenny.

Malvern Hills - 25 May 2024

Walked the ridge between Herefordshire and Worcestershire Beacons. Dropped down to West Malvern for a welcome ice cream or cup of tea. Splendid views on the return to British Camp.

Thanks to Rob and Janet for a great walk.

Harrogate Coach holiday 28 April - 2 May 2024

Here we are walking through the valley of the River Skell crossing  1 of its 7 bridges, blessed with fine, warm (no rain) weather on the approaches to the deer park of Fountains Abbey.

Mary

Charlton Kings to Lineover Wood - 25 April 2024

Thanks to everyone who came on our walk today. The mud of winter has finally started to dry out and I returned with nearly clean boots. A more attractive bonus was the colourful haze of bluebells to be seen in Lineover Wood - a happy coincidence with the timing of our walk. Thanks to Carol for the photo - Chris and Sue

Bourton-on-the-Water to the Slaughters  - 4 April 2024

What a surprise for this morning’s walk from Bourton on the Water, 18 members turned out and despite some muddy patches (perhaps we are just getting used to this winters conditions) we all had smiley faces - and yes, we all remained upright!
Photo: classic bridge at Lower Slaughter. Thanks to Alan and Jenny. 

Statues and Odd Structures Walks – 22 & 27 February 2024

A number of club members were lucky enough to have been on one of Martin's two walks around the statues and structures of Cheltenham, and this was the 2nd walk by the carved tree in Clarence Square. We were also very fortunate to see a kingfisher in Pittville Park a few minutes previously! Thanks to Martin for a very informative and interesting walk.

Walking blog

One of our members, Guy, has a blog covering some of his own favourite walks and walking experiences. He features an overview of walks such as The Ross Round, The Palladian Way and The Cape to Cape walk: Guy's rambling guide to walks in England, Scotland and Wales

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Club rules document: The CRC is a formal club with a Chairman, committee, rules and constitution. The club rules state the guiding framework, governing how the club functions and members' responsibilities.

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