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Upton Inn Circular

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From Upton Cheney to Beach before ascending Hanging Hill, following the Cotswold Way to Pipley Wood. Then descending to North Stoke and back to Upton Cheney for lunch at the Upton Inn. Not suitable for pushchairs.

From Upton Inn car park we walk through the picturesque village of Upton Cheney and then follow footpaths to Beach before climbing Hanging Hill with magnificent views up the Severn Vale. we then follow the Cotswold Way around the edge of Lansdown Golf Course to Pipley Wood before descending to North Stoke and crossing Pipley Bottom back to Upton Cheney for lunch in the Upton Inn. Warden leaders will take all reasonable care and precautions but each walker is ultimately responsible for their own safety and for determining their capability to complete the chosen walk.

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Bookings for this walk open 21 days before it takes place.


This walk is organised by Cotswold Voluntary Wardens, the voluntary arm of the Cotswolds Conservation Board. These walks offer an interesting and often entertaining way of exploring our wonderful Cotswold countryside and landscape. All walks by the Voluntary Wardens are FREE OF CHARGE however donations are welcome and help us to take care of the countryside.

PLEASE: always remember to wear appropriate footwear because some walks may be steep and muddy in places. Dogs are not allowed on walks, except guide dogs and hearing dogs. It is advisable to check the website or call the Cotswolds Conservation Board (07841 663607) beforehand for details of any changes, particularly during bad weather.

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Difficulty: Moderate
Date: Mon February 3, 2020
Time: 10:00 AM
Duration: 3 hours
Distance: 5 miles
OS Grid Ref: ST 692698
Map Ref: B9
Starting Point: Upton Inn Car Park
Stile Free: No
Leader: Keith Rawlings and David Whitnell
Organiser: Cotswold Voluntary Wardens