Exploring Stroud on foot is a delightful way to connect with nature. To help you make the most of your adventures, we’ve compiled the top easy hikes and walks around Stroud. Perfect for short hikes, kid-friendly excursions, and family-friendly outings, these routes offer something for everyone.

Last updated: October 9, 2025

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1. Cooper's 'Cheeserolling' Hill & Buckholt Wood loop — The Cotswolds

4.85km

01:25

130m

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2. Painswick Beacon & Buckholt Wood loop — The Cotswolds

3.71km

01:00

50m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Miserden Estate loop via Miserden Park Lake — The Cotwolds

3.08km

00:53

70m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Minchinhampton Common & Amberley loop — The Cotswolds

5.44km

01:25

30m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Rodborough Common loop via Rodborough Fort & Bowl Hill — The Cotswolds

3.93km

01:03

40m

50m

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6. The Farm Walk from Miserden — The Cotswolds

7.09km

01:54

90m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7. Box Wood loop — The Cotswolds

3.43km

00:59

90m

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8. The Stroud Trail via Selsley Common — The Cotswolds

6.02km

01:44

150m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9. Painswick Beacon via Painswick Golf Club loop — The Cotswolds

3.55km

01:00

80m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10. Decorated Tree Stump loop from Randwick

5.39km

01:29

90m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy hikes and walks around Stroud

1. Cooper's 'Cheeserolling' Hill & Buckholt Wood loop — The Cotswolds

2. Painswick Beacon & Buckholt Wood loop — The Cotswolds

3. Miserden Estate loop via Miserden Park Lake — The Cotwolds

4. Minchinhampton Common & Amberley loop — The Cotswolds

5. Rodborough Common loop via Rodborough Fort & Bowl Hill — The Cotswolds

6. The Farm Walk from Miserden — The Cotswolds

7. Box Wood loop — The Cotswolds

8. The Stroud Trail via Selsley Common — The Cotswolds

9. Painswick Beacon via Painswick Golf Club loop — The Cotswolds

10. Decorated Tree Stump loop from Randwick

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