The Top 8 Peaks around Stroud
Whether for the view or for the challenge, climbing the mountainous peaks around Stroud is the best way to experience more of this beautiful region. But with 8
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 Stroud 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 Stroud for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
Last updated: October 18, 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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Downham Hill (Smallpox Hill)
Highlight • Summit
Downham Hill, known locally as "Smallpox Hill is an outlying hill from the surrounding Cotswold escarpment, separated by a small valley. It offers perhaps some of the best view in …
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Cam Long Down
Highlight • Climb
Some wonderful views in all directions... The Cotswolds' Crib Goch... though not as scary! 😀
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Top of Whiteway Hill
Highlight • Viewpoint
You'll either be glad to get there after the long climb up from Dursley or looking forward to the brilliant decent. A couple of places offer stunning views of the …
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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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View of 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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