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Surrounded by towering Douglas firs that rise from the steep slopes to either side, Soudley Ponds is a peaceful haven set within the wider Forest of Dean area. The pondside paths are surfaced and easy running, but if you're up for a climb the ridgeline above offers glorious views out across the forest.

This walk takes you behind the heritage centre in Soudley. it's worth a visit and has a cafe over looking the mill pond.

The Painswick Rococo Gardens are the only Rococo Gardens in the UK, full of little follies, different types of gardens, sculptures and mazes. If you are in the area already, well worth checking them out.

A bit naughty as there are signs that say footpath only, but the gravel is too good to resist and I doubt anyone really cares... especially judging by the tyre tracks!

The upper trail is currently close due to forestry work (April 2021), but it's still possibly to get through by sticking closer to the lakes. Absolutely stunning valley at any time of the year.

A magnificent public park and a great place to stop for a break. There also a Tesco's close by if you need some supplies.

Stunning gardens in a lovely overall setting. Good free parking area. Play area (hidden away), lake, maze, second hand bookshop, gift shop, cafe. The shop is not open atm and maze is closed - children there seemed to mange to make their own entertainment though. Cafe was very welcoming and still has lovely food although limited due to COVID atm and only takeway currently. Toilet facilities usually include baby change but only portaloo now. Pretty good on the COVID arrangements and you need to book ahead. They are trying to work out how they can open up a bit more but limited space in cafe/shop building.

Stratford Park has been recorded as a part of Stroud since 1307.