Cotswold Way
Bath and North East Somerset, United Kingdom
Out-and-back trail in Bath and North East Somerset, United Kingdom. Hiking.
- Distance
- 13.4 mi (21.6 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,549 ft (472 m)
- Est. Time
- 5 hr 5 min
- High point
- 774 ft (236 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Historic site: Queen Square Obelisk 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from start
- Historic site: Victoria Majority Monument 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from start
- Peak: Kelston Round Hill 7.8 mi (12.6 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Prospect Stile 9.1 mi (14.7 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Cotswold Way
How long is Cotswold Way?
Cotswold Way is 13.4 mi (21.6 km) long. Most people take about 5 hr 5 min. It climbs 1,549 ft (472 m) in total, up to a high point of 774 ft (236 m).
How hard is Cotswold Way?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Cotswold Way?
Parking at the start. 25 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Cotswold Way?
Water at the trailhead only: carry enough. Toilets: Trailhead.
Is Cotswold Way shaded?
Partly shaded (41% under trees).
What can you do on Cotswold Way?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near Cotswold Way?
Mjolk, 0 mi (0 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Mountain Warehouse, 0.1 mi (0.1 km).
Is this a good week for Cotswold Way?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap