The Way
Prepare your journey with practical FAQs, weather guidance, and route planning advice.
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Cotswold Way
The Cotswold Way is a 102-mile National Trail along the western edge of the Cotswold Hills, from the market town of Chipping Campden in Gloucestershire to the city of Bath in Somerset. The route climbs onto open escarpment, drops into sheltered combes, and threads through some of England's best-known stone-built villages - often with long views across the Severn Vale and beyond.
Stages
Plan daily sections and pacing for walking the trail from Chipping Campden to Bath.
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Activities
Explore walking, cycling and horse-riding opportunities along the Cotswold escarpment.
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Accommodation
Discover accommodation including B&Bs, inns, campsites, and self-catering options.
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Food & Drink
Find cafes, pubs and restaurants in villages and market towns near the route.
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News
Read latest notices on path conditions, events, and local updates for walkers.
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Hiking
The National Trail is waymarked for walkers from Chipping Campden to Bath - plan stages around villages, steep escarpment climbs, and wide views along the ridge.
Cycling
Much of the signed route is footpath-only; quiet lanes and bridleways elsewhere in the Cotswolds link the same towns and viewpoints for day rides and touring.
Horse riding
Bridleways and byways cross the hills and valleys; choose routes open to horses and be considerate where walkers use narrow path sections of the trail itself.