GLOUCESTERSHIRE WAY | Cicerone hiking guide

hiking guide

Experience the varied landscapes of Gloucestershire on the Gloucestershire Way, a 152km (94 mile) long-distance trail from Chepstow on the England-Wales border to the historic town of Tewkesbury. From the ancient streets of Chepstow and the tranquil valleys of the Severn to the majestic panoramas of May Hill and the rolling Cotswold countryside, this trail combines scenic beauty, industrial heritage, and honey-coloured villages along its route. 

Ideal for walkers of all abilities, this guidebook presents the Gloucestershire Way in eight manageable stages, offering suggested itineraries from five to ten days. Walk through the Forest of Dean’s historic woodlands, follow riverbanks and quiet lanes, and explore towns steeped in centuries of history, all framed by expansive skies and breathtaking views.

• Eight stage-by-stage route descriptions covering the Gloucestershire Way from Chepstow to Tewkesbury, plus clear step-by-step directions for every stage, supported by 1:50,000 Ordnance Survey mapping for accurate navigation across woodland, river valleys, and Cotswold hills.
• Each stage includes distance, estimated walking time, ascent, terrain notes, and information on key places such as Chepstow, the Forest of Dean, May Hill, Gloucester, Stow-on-the-Wold, Winchcombe, and Tewkesbury.
• Comprehensive planning information with advice on accommodation, transport, seasonal considerations, and points of interest along the route, plus suggested itineraries from five to ten days.
• Downloadable GPX files make it easy to follow the Gloucestershire Way using GPS devices or smartphone apps.
• Historical and natural highlights described throughout, including industrial heritage in the Forest of Dean, riverside paths along the Severn, and traditional Cotswold villages with ancient churches and dry-stone walls.