Dowdeswell Reservoir is a scenic stretch of water on the outskirts of Cheltenham. From the reservoir, you step straight into Dowdeswell Woods; a nature reserve that’s home to many species of plants and animals. Keep a lookout for birds including coot, moorhen, great crested grebe and little grebe.

Colin ☘️🐑

March 20, 2019

Hiking

Lovely area to walk, along footpaths through the woods and along the water.

Gary

February 22, 2020

Hiking

Great afternoon in the woods. Quite a few trees downed by winds and heard one crash whilst on my walk , so caution. Paths very muddy due to logging vehicles.

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1. Lineover Wood & Dowdeswell Reservoir loop — The Cotswolds

6.14km

01:50

190m

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

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2. Cotswold Way: Cleeve Hill and Dowdeswell Reservoir Loop

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Hike the Cotswold Way: Cleeve Hill and Dowdeswell Reservoir Loop for panoramic views from Cleeve Hill and tranquil reservoir scenery.

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3. Belas Knap Long Barrow – Summit view from Cleeve Hill loop from Cleeve Common

27.7km

07:52

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Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 110 m

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Location: Dowdeswell, Cotswold, Gloucestershire, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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Dowdeswell Reservoir

1. Lineover Wood & Dowdeswell Reservoir loop — The Cotswolds

2. Cotswold Way: Cleeve Hill and Dowdeswell Reservoir Loop

3. Belas Knap Long Barrow – Summit view from Cleeve Hill loop from Cleeve Common

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