Chedworth Wood is a region in the picturesque Cotswolds, characterized by ancient woodlands, rolling meadows, and the meandering River Coln. This diverse landscape, part of a larger semi-natural woodland area, provides varied terrain suitable for a range of outdoor pursuits. The area's natural features, including its rich mix of trees and a disused railway line transformed into a nature reserve, make Chedworth Wood an engaging destination for several sports like mountain biking, hiking, touring cycling, road cycling, and more.
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4.5
(2)
15
hikers
3.13km
00:55
90m
80m
Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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99
hikers
12.0km
03:17
180m
180m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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71
hikers
9.34km
02:34
160m
160m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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38
hikers
11.0km
03:00
170m
170m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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133
riders
48.0km
02:17
470m
470m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

11
riders
46.5km
02:30
540m
540m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

7
riders
63.1km
03:28
770m
770m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

7
riders
65.2km
03:13
740m
740m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.0
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91
runners
14.9km
01:41
270m
270m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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21
runners
25.5km
02:45
350m
360m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
runners
12.0km
01:25
170m
160m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
runners
6.91km
00:45
130m
140m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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60
riders
71.7km
05:50
1,220m
1,220m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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24
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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14
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30.0km
02:01
230m
230m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(5)
18
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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2.5
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10
riders
36.5km
02:37
300m
300m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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17
riders
51.3km
03:10
420m
420m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

9
riders
49.5km
03:05
450m
450m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

9
riders
28.6km
01:44
240m
240m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5
riders
44.9km
03:14
710m
710m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
riders
16.4km
01:12
200m
200m
Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

1
riders
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Chedworth Wood offers a variety of outdoor activities including mountain biking, hiking, touring cycling, road cycling, jogging, and gravel biking. The region features more than 10 routes across these sports, catering to different interests and skill levels.
Chedworth Wood provides numerous hiking opportunities, including routes that explore ancient woodlands and the River Coln. A popular moderate trail is the "Chedworth Woods & Roman Villa loop," which is 1.9 miles (3.1 km) long. More options can be found in the Hiking around Chedworth Wood guide.
Yes, Chedworth Wood is recognized for its mountain biking opportunities, offering off-road routes that combine quiet back roads and bridleways. These trails provide views of the high wold and descents into the valleys. Explore suitable paths in the MTB Trails around Chedworth Wood guide.
Chedworth Wood offers routes suitable for families, particularly for hiking. These trails cater to varying fitness levels, including easier strolls through the woods. Specific family-friendly options are detailed in the Family-friendly hikes around Chedworth Wood guide.
Yes, Chedworth Wood is generally dog-friendly, with many trails suitable for walks with dogs. Visitors are advised to be considerate of other trail users and wildlife. Information on specific routes can be found in the Dog-friendly hikes around Chedworth Wood guide.
Chedworth Wood features ancient woodlands with a mix of oak, ash, beech, and hazel trees, as well as seasonal wildflowers. The area also includes rolling meadows, the meandering River Coln, and a disused railway line transformed into a nature reserve. Wildlife such as deer and various woodland birds are present.
Chedworth Wood is adjacent to the Chedworth Roman Villa, one of Britain's most significant Roman villa remains. This National Trust property allows visitors to combine outdoor activities with exploring ancient history, including well-preserved mosaics and structures.
Chedworth Wood is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 39,000 visitors sharing their experiences. The available routes have an average rating of 4.54 out of 5 stars, indicating high user satisfaction.
Komoot offers several guides for Chedworth Wood, covering various sports and interests. These include guides for MTB Trails, Hiking, Cycling, and Road Cycling Routes.
Yes, Chedworth Wood offers easy hiking trails suitable for various fitness levels. These routes provide opportunities for gentle strolls through the ancient woodlands and along natural features. The Easy hikes around Chedworth Wood guide provides specific options.
Chedworth Wood and its surrounding area include quiet back roads and bridleways that can be used for cycling. For routes specifically designed to be traffic-free, consult the Traffic-free bike rides around Chedworth Wood guide.
Yes, Chedworth Wood provides trails suitable for jogging and running. The diverse landscape, including woodlands and meadows, offers varied terrain for runners. Specific routes can be found in the Running Trails around Chedworth Wood guide.

