Birdlip Descent – Birdlip Hill Beech Woodland loop from Cotswold Commons and Beechwoods

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Birdlip Descent – Birdlip Hill Beech Woodland loop from Cotswold Commons and Beechwoods

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Birdlip Descent – Birdlip Hill Beech Woodland loop from Cotswold Commons and Beechwoods

02:45

9.38km

250m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 18, 2026

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Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 19 m for 113 m

Customers only

After 9.26 km for 113 m

Customers only

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.07 km

Birdlip Descent

Highlight (Segment) • Forest

From Birdlip this paved access road quickly transitions into a nice steep fast gravel trail though lovely woodlands.

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2.66 km

Birdlip Forest Trail

Highlight • Trail

Gnarly drop out of Birdlip, but then great gravel track through the forest

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4.55 km

View of Great Witcombe Roman Villa

Highlight • Viewpoint

5.64 km

Coombe Hill Reservoir

Highlight • Structure

5.82 km

Witcombe Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

A lovely reservoir set amongst the Gloucestershire countryside. Witcombe Reservoir is surrounded by woodland and just a stone's throw from the ancient Great Witcombe Roman Villa.

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6.38 km

Sundial at St. Michael and All Angels Church, Dowdeswell

Highlight • Monument

First time i have sun dial on village church and time is correct 🌻

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8.43 km

Birdlip Hill Beech Woodland

Highlight • Viewpoint

Birdlip Hill is a raised area of forestery located in Gloucester along the Cotswold Way. Its elevated position provides some wonderful views of the surrounding area, you just need to …

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