Walkovers can be fun!

Making friends on a very misty morning during a walkover for walk from Guiting Power in February - Thanks to Margaret and Mary

Cleeve Hill to Winchcombe - 23 December

Fantastic walk led by Robert. Started out foggy and ended in glorious sunshine.

Painswick, Sheepscombe and Slad - 19 November

A welcome stop at the Woolpack Inn, Slad on a beautiful walk from Painswick taking in Sheepscombe and Slad. Thanks to Nicky for leading such a lovely walk!

Broadway Tower - 17 September

Super walk in the area of Broadway, Saintbury and Dovers Hill. When we first arrived the weather suggested that we would be walking under Autumnal grey skies. However, when we got back to the Tower cafe, we enjoyed our afternoon teas in the late summer sun.

Many thanks to Paul for leading his first walk for the club.

Chalford and Bussage - 17 June

A lovely walk from Oakridge around Chalford and Bussage. Lots of beautiful views, plenty of wild flowers and canal and woodland - for which we were grateful on such a hot day! And to top it all a very pretty riverside stop for lunch with shade for those who wanted it! Thank you Anne for a very well planned and picturesque walk!

Tenby: 28 April - 1 May

We had another great club weekend by the sea, although with the usual  contrasts of Welsh weather. Saturday was pleasant walking weather in the area of Saundersfoot and spectacular coastal path back to Tenby.

Sunday was a drenching as we walked in the beautiful area of Stackpole, peering out of the hoods of our rainwear attempting to identify the wildlife. However, a great weekend for socialising and many thanks to the organisers: Dave and Mary.

Eastington and Stroud - 8 April 2017

It's been some years since I've walked this part of the Stroud canal path and I was very impressed with the way it has been developed. It was a very warm day and as we had lunch at Ebley Mill, a buzzard swooped low over the waterside apartments. In Stroud, the urban and the rural mix well and you are often pleasantly surprised.

Many thanks to our leader, Anne.

Cirencester Park - 11 March 2017

It is always surprising to many walkers how huge the Bathurst Estate is, particularly when a full days walk can be done without leaving it.  Starting from central Cirencester it is possible to walk west to Sapperton and walking back (using the Broad Ride) Cirencester church tower is visible for most of the way. We also heard a lot of spring birdsong as the day warmed up and gave us the feeling that winter was behind us. Thanks to our leaders David and Liz.

Rodborough Common - 19 February 2017

A really pleasant walk up to and around Rodborough and Minchinhampton Common, looking down at the Stroud valleys. It's remarkable how quickly you can walk from the centre of Stroud into open and scenic countryside. A dry and not too cold winter day as a bonus. Many thanks to our leader, Mike.

Painswick to Stroud - 11 February 2017

Well done to those hardy souls that braved the wintery landscape awaiting us on this classic section of the Cotswold Way. I gather that there would have been more of us had the bus service not been delayed due to breakdown and some of our members at bus stops en-route gave up waiting and went home. One of the occasional problems of the linear walk. Chris

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

Bad weather: Some walks may have to be cancelled because of difficult weather conditions. Our Membership Secretary, Liz, is currently keeping members informed of any alterations to the programme.

It is always a good idea to check your e-mail before going on a walk in case of a cancellation or a last minute change in the walk detail.

Health and safety: Please be aware, that with rambling, as with many outdoor activities - there is a small health and safety risk. Please read the health and safety guidance (this can be downloaded from the news page - club essentials), particularly if walking with the club for the first time.