Best of the West

Walks, Collections

Discover the beauty of the natural and heritage locations in the west of England across Gloucestershire, South Gloucestershire and Wiltshire.

  • Preview of Westonbirt Arboretum’s Silk Wood

    Westonbirt Arboretum’s Silk Wood

    Westonbirt with Lasborough, Gloucestershire

    by forestryenglandwestonbirt

    by forestryenglandwestonbirt

    1hr 40m / 3.8km
    Discover Westonbirt, The National Arboretum’s ancient woodland – how it’s managed, its threats, and its restoration.
    Wildlife Wheel friendly Great views Refreshments Dog friendly Child friendly
  • Preview of Rococo Gardens in Painswick

    Rococo Gardens in Painswick

    Painswick, Gloucestershire

    by GoJauntly

    by GoJauntly

    3 hours / 2km
    A tour through the Bridgerton-esque gardens. Pretty, dog-friendly and family friendly too. We loved our visit! Bring a picnic if you like.
    Picnic spot Parking Dog friendly Paid-for attraction Child friendly Botanics
  • Preview of Cotswold escarpment circular 🐑🌳🚂

    Cotswold escarpment circular 🐑🌳🚂

    Stanley Pontlarge, Gloucs

    by claud

    by claud

    2 hours / 3km
    Climb 100m from the hamlet to get gorgeous views across the edge of the Cotswolds. Enjoy the sheep, woodland and steam trains as you go.
    Wildlife Great views Hilly & steep Dog friendly Child friendly
  • Preview of Awe at Avebury World Heritage Site

    Awe at Avebury World Heritage Site

    Avebury, Wiltshire

    by claud

    by claud

    2 hours / 7km
    Discover Neolithic history through an ancient tomb, a prehistoric mound, standing stones and the world’s largest stone circle.
    Wildlife Great views Refreshments History Hilly & steep Paid-for attraction
  • Preview of Lower Woods Wanderland Tour

    Lower Woods Wanderland Tour

    Hawkesbury CP, South Gloucestershire

    by sutchfun

    by sutchfun

    2 hours / 2.9km
    A gorgeous forest-bathing stroll through Lower Woods. It’s a brilliant example of ancient woodland in South Gloucestershire. Enjoy!
    Wildlife Water feature Picnic spot Parking Dog friendly Child friendly
  • Preview of Cranham Common

    Cranham Common

    Cranham, Gloucestershire

    by theinkcloset

    by theinkcloset

    1hr 15m / 2.5km
    A stroll through Cranham, Gloucestershire. Great views, woods and streams to follow...
    Wildlife Water feature Great views Parking Dog friendly
  • Preview of Bibury Bumble

    Bibury Bumble

    Bibury, Gloucestershire

    by sagefm

    by sagefm

    20 minutes / 0.7km
    Wander among the honey coloured Costwold stone buildings, whilst being surrounded by wildlife, water & willows.
    Wheel friendly Water feature Refreshments Public transport Parking History
  • Preview of A Circle Around Tewkesbury

    A Circle Around Tewkesbury

    Walton Cardiff, Gloucestershire

    by newgreeny

    by newgreeny

    2 hours / 6.5km
    A walk around Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire
    Parking Public toilets Dog friendly Water feature History Wildlife
  • Preview of Climbing High on Pewsey Downs

    Climbing High on Pewsey Downs

    Alton Priors, Wiltshire

    by claud

    by claud

    1hr 35m / 4.7km
    Hike along Wiltshire’s highest peaks for epic views across Salisbury Plain and to the Avebury landscape. A dreamy walk.
    Wildlife Great views History Hilly & steep Dog friendly Child friendly
  • Preview of Newark House

    Newark House

    Ozleworth, Gloucestershire

    by sutchfun

    by sutchfun

    1hr 50m / 1.2km
    A day out at National Trust’s Newark House, in Gloucestershire. National Trust members go free, dogs on leads, loos, food & more. Lovely!
    Public toilets Picnic spot Parking Dog friendly Paid-for attraction Child friendly
  • Preview of Discover Natural Mindfulness

    Discover Natural Mindfulness

    Crickley Hill, Gloucestershire

    by iancnm

    by iancnm

    1hr 30m / 4km
    Walking mindfully in nature for better clarity, health and connection
    Parking Public toilets Picnic spot Refreshments Dog friendly Great views
  • Preview of Attractive Amble Around Avoncliff

    Attractive Amble Around Avoncliff

    Westwood, Wiltshire

    by claud

    by claud

    1hr 10m / 2km
    A fab family walk that starts at the aqueduct, heads along the towpath and back along the opposite side of the canal. Short steep sections.
    Wildlife Water feature Great views History Dog friendly Child friendly
  • Preview of Saunter around Sudeley Castle

    Saunter around Sudeley Castle

    Sudeley CP, Gloucestershire

    by claud

    by claud

    2hr 30m / 1km
    A lovely few hours in the castle grounds. You can do parts of it step-free but the gravel paths aren’t good for wheels.
    Great views Public toilets Parking History Paid-for attraction Child friendly
  • Preview of Bibury’s Awkward Hill

    Bibury’s Awkward Hill

    Bibury, Gloucestershire

    by allanweir

    by allanweir

    30 minutes / 0.9km
    A quick look around Bibury, Gloucestershire - the place 19th century artist William Morris called the “most beautiful village in England”
    Parking Refreshments Dog friendly Great views Hilly & steep Water feature
  • Preview of Westbury White Horse

    Westbury White Horse

    Westbury, Wiltshire

    by claud

    by claud

    1hr 20m / 2.1km
    Magnificent views across Wiltshire and to Somerset as you stroll along the ridge to the White Horse.
    Great views Parking History Hilly & steep Dog friendly Child friendly
  • Preview of Winterbourne Walk

    Winterbourne Walk

    Winterbourne

    by traciewithanie

    by traciewithanie

    2hr 15m / 6km
    Walk part of the Frome Valley Way, fields and views
    Parking Refreshments Great views Dog friendly Water feature
  • Preview of Hilly Hawkesbury Upton

    Hilly Hawkesbury Upton

    Hawkesbury Upton

    by traciewithanie

    by traciewithanie

    3 hours / 8.7km
    A beautiful walk around Hawkesbury. Two big hills. Can split walk into two 3 mile walks.
    Parking Picnic spot Refreshments Dog friendly Great views Hilly & steep
  • Preview of Avoncliff - Farleigh Hungerford

    Avoncliff - Farleigh Hungerford

    Freshford

    by bathscape

    by bathscape

    3hr 5m / 10km
    Canal, river, meadows and beautiful villages, plenty of refreshment stops and historic buildings
    Wildlife Water feature Refreshments Public transport History
  • Preview of Up to Cley Hill

    Up to Cley Hill

    Corsley, Wiltshire

    by claud

    by claud

    1hr 15m / 2km
    Incredible views across Wiltshire and Somerset from the top of this local landmark.
    Wildlife Great views Parking History Hilly & steep Child friendly
  • Preview of Winterbourne Round

    Winterbourne Round

    Winterbourne

    by traciewithanie

    by traciewithanie

    2hr 9m / 10.4km
    A walk around Winterbourne. Coalpit Heath, Mayshill and Frampton Cotterell. Muddy when wet
    Parking Dog friendly Wildlife History Refreshments
  • Preview of In Search of an Angel

    In Search of an Angel

    Tewkesbury (Lower Lode)

    by newgreeny

    by newgreeny

    1hr 50m / 5.3km
    A circuit from Tewkesbury to Deerhurst in search of an Angel
    Water feature Public toilets Picnic spot Parking History Dog friendly
  • Preview of Ridge Wood & Alongside River Frome

    Ridge Wood & Alongside River Frome

    Sodbury CP, South Gloucestershire

    by dave

    by dave

    1 hour / 2.5km
    A leisurely walk around Ridge Wood followed by a stroll alongside the River Frome. Bring a picnic, great for dogs & kids.
    Public toilets Public transport Picnic spot Hilly & steep Dog friendly Child friendly
  • Preview of Leighterton to Westonbirt

    Leighterton to Westonbirt

    Leighterton

    by traciewithanie

    by traciewithanie

    2hr 30m / 8.3km
    A stroll through Leighterton
    Parking Picnic spot Dog friendly Botanics
  • Preview of Frampton Cotterell Round

    Frampton Cotterell Round

    Frampton Cotterell

    by traciewithanie

    by traciewithanie

    2hr 30m / 6.7km
    Fields, woods and Riverside walk to Iron Acton and back
    Parking Refreshments Dog friendly Child friendly Wildlife
  • Preview of Scrambling & Rambling Ridge Wood

    Scrambling & Rambling Ridge Wood

    Sodbury CP, South Gloucestershire

    by dave

    by dave

    30 minutes / 1km
    A nature walk around Ridge Wood nature reserve in Chipping Sodbury in South Gloucestershire. Great for kids!
    Public transport Hilly & steep Dog friendly Child friendly
  • Preview of Three Brooks Reserve Trail

    Three Brooks Reserve Trail

    Bradley Stoke, South Gloucestershire

    by kemster

    by kemster

    1hr 10m / 4.2km
    A wildlife wander through the Three Brooks Nature Reserve.
    Wildlife Great views Dog friendly Child friendly Botanics
  • Preview of Old Sodbury & Hill Fort

    Old Sodbury & Hill Fort

    Old Sodbury

    by traciewithanie

    by traciewithanie

    1hr 30m / 3.6km
    Amazing views & an Iron Age Fort. Pub at the end of the walk!
    Wildlife Great views Refreshments Picnic spot Parking History
  • Preview of Holt and Chalfield Manor

    Holt and Chalfield Manor

    Holt, Wiltshire

    by starrjulie

    by starrjulie

    32 minutes / 2.6km
    A stroll around the ancient manor and the countryside to the north of Holt
    Wildlife History Child friendly

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