Best walks around the Cotswolds

We take you through some of our favourite strolls in the beauty of the Cotswolds, complete with a difficulty rating, distance and the best UK Club campsite to stay at.

Step out from your pitch and into the heart of the Cotswolds with these five hand-picked walks, all starting within easy reach of UK Club campsites.

The Cotswolds is a landscape made for slow travel. Whether you’re navigating the lanes in a campervan or towing your caravan, there is no better way to experience this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) than on foot.

1. The 'Fairytale' walk: Broadway to Broadway Tower

Broadway Tower

• Distance: 5 miles | Difficulty: moderate | Best for: stunning views
• The route: Follow the Cotswold Way markers from the High Street for a steady climb to the second-highest point in the region.
• Hidden Gem: The red deer herd at the Tower.

Where can I stay near Broadway?

Broadway Club Campsite is your perfect base. It's uniquely landscaped on the site of a former railway goods yard. It’s an easy 15-minute walk into the village centre, so you can leave your motorhome parked up.

2. Riverside loop: Bourton-on-the-Water & The Slaughters

Bourton-on-the-Water. Member photo by Lynn Lees

• Distance: 5 miles | Difficulty: easy | Best for: photography
• The route: A flat, scenic stroll linking 'The Venice of the Cotswolds' with the tranquil hamlets of Lower and Upper Slaughter.
• Hidden gem: The 19th-century water mill in Lower Slaughter.

Where can I stay near Bourton-on-the-Water?

Bourton-on-the-Water Club Campsite offers a tranquil escape in the open countryside. As this is a 'no-toilet-block' UK Club campsite, it's a fantastic, value-friendly choice for members with self-contained outfits.

3. Arboretum adventure: Moreton-in-Marsh to Batsford

Moreton-in-Marsh

• Distance: 4 miles | Difficulty: easy | Best for: families and nature
• The route: A gentle circular walk through the meadows to Batsford Arboretum, home to the UK's largest private collection of trees.
• Hidden gem: The Cotswold Falconry Centre, right next to the Arboretum.

Where can I stay near Moreton-in-Marsh?

Moreton-in-Marsh Club Campsite is ideally located within a 12-minute walk of the vibrant High Street. It’s perfect for exploring the local Tuesday market on foot.

4. The estate walk: Cirencester Park & The Broad Avenue

Cirencester Park. Photo by Katie Dudley

• Distance: 5 miles | Difficulty: easy | Best for: history and dog walking
• The route: Explore the 3,000-acre Bathurst Estate. Follow the Broad Avenue, a five-mile stretch of majestic parkland.
• Hidden gem: 'The Beano' vintage coffee trailer in the park.

Where can I stay near Cirencester?

Cirencester Park Club Campsite is a truly special location set inside the Bathurst Estate. Members get special access to the estate’s private walks, allowing you to walk directly from your pitch into the Roman town.

5. The valley escape: Burford & The River Windrush

River Windrush

• Distance: 6 miles | Difficulty: moderate | Best for: quiet discovery
• The route: Follow the Windrush Valley to the isolated medieval church of St Oswald’s at Widford, which stands alone in a field.
• Hidden gem: The ruins of the 'lost' village of Widford.

Where can I stay near Burford?

Burford Club Campsite is located directly opposite the famous Cotswold Wildlife Park. It’s a brilliant choice for families, and you can pick up detailed local walking maps at reception.

Ready to explore the Cotswolds? Whether you’re an experienced tourer or just starting your first adventure, our Cotswold UK Club Campsites offer a warm welcome and the perfect base in the heart of the countryside. Check out our Things to do in the Cotswolds hub for more inspiration.