News

Latest notices, trail updates, and news from the Cotswold Way - diversions, waymarking, events, and seasonal conditions to check before you set out on your walk through the Cotswolds.

Cotswold Way Challenge 2027 registration open

2026-07-19 | Cotswold Way Team

Registration is open for the 2027 Cotswold Way Ultra Challenge on 12-13 June - 10K to 100km along the National Trail from Chipping Campden toward Bath.

Diversion at A417 Birdlip from 3 July 2026

2026-07-17 | Cotswold Way Team

The Cotswold Way diversion at Birdlip is a major A417 works site - plan extra miles, follow on-site waymarks, and check official notices before you walk.

Spring path conditions update

2026-04-01 | Cotswold Way Team

Spring has brought drier weather on much of the Cotswold Way, though woodland can still be soft after rain - check stages and wear suitable footwear.

Surface improvements through Standish Woods

2024-07-22 | Cotswold Way Team

Drainage and surfacing work near Birdlip, and earlier upgrades at Standish Woods by Haresfield Beacon, make those Cotswold Way sections easier year-round.

Remarkable fossil finds near King's Stanley

2022-08-15 | Cotswold Way Team

Fossil hunters uncovered fish remains, squid, and ichthyosaur bones near King's Stanley - a reminder of the ancient seas beneath today's Cotswold landscape.

Hanging Hill dry stone wall restored

2021-07-01 | Cotswold Way Team

Voluntary wardens restored more than 400 metres of dry stone wall beside the Cotswold Way at Hanging Hill, opening clearer views toward the Severn.

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