Rodborough Fort – Minchinhampton Common loop from Nailsworth

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Rodborough Fort – Minchinhampton Common loop from Nailsworth

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Rodborough Fort – Minchinhampton Common loop from Nailsworth

03:30

12.5km

240m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 9, 2026

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The Cotswolds National Landscape

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Black Horse at Amberley

Highlight • Viewpoint

Set on Minchinhampton Common, the outdoor seating at this popular pub has great views out across the Cotswolds. Open daily from 12.

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View of the Valley from Bowl Hill

Highlight • Viewpoint

Incredible views to the valley.

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Baden-Powell Copse

Highlight • Forest

Baden-Powell Copse, planted on Christmas Day 1946 to commemorate Lord Baden-Powell's visit to the area in 1916

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Rodborough Fort

Highlight • Historical Site

Rodborough Fort is a historical landmark perched ontop of Rodborough Hill near Stroud. Its hilltop vantage point meant it played a vital rote in strategic defence during different periods of …

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Dense Foliage Path in The Cotswolds National Landscape

Highlight • Forest

8.52 km

Minchinhampton Common

Highlight • Natural

Minchinhampton Common is a National Trust owned area of Cotswold scarp top located above the Stroud Valleys and Severn Estuary.

Its elevated position affords you some wonderful views across the …

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10.0 km

The Common (National Trust)

Highlight • Natural

Remarkable that this old remnant of common grazing is still in use and publicly accessible. Wonderful free walk and a stop at The Old Lodge if you are there.

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