Cricket Field Campsite

Cheltenham Circular Footpath

Loops around Cheltenham's outskirts, mixing urban stretches with gentle countryside paths through fields and woodlands. Terrain is mostly flat to gently rolling—manageable for older children but too long and varied for buggies. Dogs welcome throughout. Offers surprising green pockets close to town, ideal viewpoints across the Cotswold escarpment, and a proper leg-stretch without needing the car. Break it into shorter sections for family days out.

Gustav Holst Way (Crickley Hill to Holst Birthplace Museum)

Connects Crickley Hill's dramatic Cotswold escarpment (steep descent initially, then gentle through valleys) to Cheltenham's Holst Birthplace Museum over 7km. Mixed terrain includes woodland paths and town pavements – not buggy-friendly due to initial steep section and uneven trails. Dogs welcome throughout. Combines stunning panoramic views from the hilltop with cultural heritage, following in the footsteps of the famous composer through quintessential Cotswold landscape.

Gustav Holst Way (Holst Birthplace Museum to Corndean Lane)

Follows gentle paths and quiet lanes through Cheltenham's western edge into rolling Cotswold countryside, with gradual climbs gaining around 150m elevation. Suitable for older children but not buggies due to stiles and uneven field paths. Dogs welcome on leads near livestock. Named after the composer, it connects his birthplace museum with Cleeve Hill, offering lovely valley views and a cultural angle for families interested in music history.

Isbourne Way

Gustav Holst Way (Cranham Church to Crickley Hill)