The Top 9 Peaks around Painswick
Whether for the view or for the challenge, climbing the mountainous peaks around Painswick is the best way to experience more of this beautiful region. But with 9
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits around Painswick for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits around Painswick for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
Last updated: November 12, 2025
Haresfield Beacon
Highlight • Viewpoint
You are afforded a glorious views from Haresfield Beacon; stretching over the Severn Estuary, the City of Gloucester and the Forest of Dean. Standish Wood, which you pass through en …
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Painswick Beacon
Highlight • Natural Monument
It is a lovely walk up to Painswick Beacon and the views are very impressive. You are afforded a full panorama from the summit and the views over to the …
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View of Gloucester from Robinswood Hill
Highlight • Natural Monument
Robinswood Hill's nature trails and viewpoints are an absolute delight. Easily accessible from Gloucester, the park is a great place from which to survey the surrounding countryside. Rising to 650 …
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Nut Hill
Highlight • Historical Site
This is one of the smaller hills in this area but still has some good views from the top. Views of the Malvern hills, Coopers hill & Chosen hill
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View of the Severn Vale from Coaley Peak
Highlight • Viewpoint
You are afforded spectacular views from Coaley Peak, which stretch right across the Severn Vale towards the Forest of Dean and beyond. Below the summit lies unimproved limestone grassland, owned and maintained by the National Trust.
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Leckhampton Hill Trig Point and Viewpoint
Highlight • Natural Monument
Topograph at the top of Leckhampton Hill… apparently sponsored by the Nixon family who used to love walking up to Leckhampton Hill. Great views on a clear day
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View of the Severn Vale from Selsley Common
Highlight • Viewpoint
Selsley Common is a vast expanse of open grasslands located near Stroud in the Cotswolds. Its elevated position provides some wonderful panoramic views across the surrounding countryside, with its most …
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View from Cooper's Hill
Highlight • Viewpoint
Cooper’s Hill - also known to locals as the Cheese Roll Hill because every year on the late May bank holiday - thousands of people like up to chase a …
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View from Shurdington Beacon
Highlight • Viewpoint
Beautiful views across Gloucester & Cheltenham. From this spot you can see... (from west to east...) May Hill, Robinswood Hill, the black mountains (super faint in the distance), Chosen Hill and The Malverns. Amazing spot for a picnic
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