The latest from the Cotswold Way: route updates, new accommodation, maintenance schedules, and trail community news.
National Trails teams have finished the annual spring maintenance programme, clearing fallen trees from the winter storms, repairing stiles across the Dursley to Wotton section, and resurfacing eroded paths near Cleeve Hill summit. Over 40 volunteers contributed 600 hours of work.
Read morearrow_forwardSudeley Fields Campsite has opened just 800 metres from the trail between Winchcombe and Cleeve Hill. The site offers 15 tent pitches, hot showers, a drying room, and a small shop. Prices start at GBP 12 per person per night. Book direct through their website.
Read morearrow_forwardWalking Magazine has named the Cotswold Way one of the top 10 long-distance trails in the UK for 2026, praising its variety of landscapes, well-maintained waymarking, and the quality of accommodation available along the route. The trail was highlighted for its accessibility to new long-distance walkers.
Read morearrow_forwardOur comprehensive winter walking guide is now available, covering reduced daylight planning, kit recommendations for cold weather, and which sections are best avoided after heavy rain. The guide includes GPS waypoints for alternative low-level routes when the escarpment is icy.
Read morearrow_forwardThe temporary diversion on the Painswick to Birdlip section has been removed following completion of forestry work in Buckholt Wood. Walkers can now follow the original waymarked route through the ancient beech woodland. Thank you for your patience during the works.
Read morearrow_forwardWe have partnered with Cotswold Sherpa to offer seamless baggage transfer between accommodations. Book through our itinerary builder and your bags will be waiting at your next stop. Available for bookings from April 2026 onwards.
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