Temple Guiting, a region in the heart of the Cotswolds, offers a quintessential English countryside setting for outdoor pursuits. Its landscape is characterized by rolling hills, ancient woodlands, and picturesque river valleys, providing diverse terrain for various activities. This area is well-suited for several sports like hiking, jogging, mountain biking, road cycling, and more, with its natural features forming a backdrop for exploration.
Outdoor enthusiasts will find a wide array of things to do…
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38
hikers
5.41km
01:31
100m
100m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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68
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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hikers
5.89km
01:43
160m
160m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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54
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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88
runners
31.6km
03:41
730m
730m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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16.3km
01:54
160m
160m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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27.2km
02:56
380m
370m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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23.5km
02:37
350m
350m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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56
riders
26.3km
01:59
310m
310m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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

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18.0km
01:24
300m
300m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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riders
31.0km
02:26
390m
390m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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19
riders
51.3km
03:26
720m
720m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
18.6km
01:27
380m
380m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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67.0km
04:47
940m
940m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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18.4km
01:20
290m
290m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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18
riders
30.3km
02:31
430m
420m
Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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45.5km
03:00
560m
560m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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riders
25.1km
01:36
260m
260m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
31.6km
02:03
360m
360m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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18
riders
41.1km
02:05
320m
320m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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11
riders
46.1km
02:28
540m
540m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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11
riders
26.4km
01:16
360m
370m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

9
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24.9km
01:13
340m
340m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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Temple Guiting offers a range of outdoor activities including Hiking, Jogging, Mountain biking, Road cycling, Touring cycling, and Gravel biking. The region features more than 30 routes, explored by over 59,000 visitors. These routes have an average rating of 4.61 out of 5 stars on komoot.
Temple Guiting provides various hiking trails, from easy strolls to more challenging routes. Notable options include the 7.4-mile (11.9 km) Guiting Wood, Farmcote Estate – Guiting Power village loop, and the 4.2-mile (6.8 km) Winding Road in the Cotswolds loop. The area also forms part of the longer Cotswold Way National Trail. For more options, refer to Hiking around Temple Guiting.
Temple Guiting offers diverse terrain for mountain biking, featuring challenging climbs, descents, and woodland trails. Routes often connect charming Cotswold villages, such as the 16.3-mile (26.2 km) Lower Slaughter – Bourton-on-the-Water village loop. The area's limestone geology contributes to varied terrain. More information is available in MTB Trails around Temple Guiting.
Road cyclists can find quiet country lanes and scenic routes winding through picturesque villages like Aston Magna, Draycott, and Paxford. Some routes include challenging climbs, such as Snowshill, which was a former Tour of Britain King of the Mountain stage. These routes offer extensive views of the Cotswolds. Explore options in Road Cycling Routes around Temple Guiting.
Yes, Temple Guiting offers routes suitable for beginners and families. There are easy strolls through verdant forests and open meadows. The 4.2-mile (6.8 km) Winding Road in the Cotswolds loop is an example of an easier route. For specific easy options, consult Easy hikes around Temple Guiting.
The region is characterized by rolling hills of the Cotswold escarpment, ancient woodlands like Guiting Wood, and the meandering River Windrush. Landmarks include Broadway Tower, an 18th-century folly situated 312 meters above sea level, offering panoramic views. Traditional Cotswold architecture is also prominent in villages throughout the area.
The Cotswolds region, including Temple Guiting, generally welcomes dogs on trails, especially on public footpaths and bridleways. It is advisable to keep dogs on a lead, particularly near livestock or in nature conservation areas. Specific route details on komoot often indicate dog-friendliness.
Temple Guiting is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 59,000 visitors having explored its routes. The region's 34 routes have received over 8,000 ratings, averaging 4.61 out of 5 stars. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Temple Guiting to help plan activities. These include guides for Hiking around Temple Guiting, MTB Trails around Temple Guiting, and Road Cycling Routes around Temple Guiting. Additional guides cover jogging, touring cycling, and gravel biking.
The Temple Guiting Parish Council can be contacted for local governance inquiries. Their website is templeguitingparishcouncil.org. They can also be reached by phone at 07736 706805 or via email at templeguitingparishcouncil@yahoo.co.uk.
Trails in Temple Guiting feature varied terrain, including rolling hills, ancient woodlands, and paths along river valleys. The Cotswold escarpment provides elevation changes, while limestone outcrops contribute to diverse surfaces for mountain biking. Routes can traverse verdant forests, open meadows, and traditional village paths.
Temple Guiting offers various trails suitable for jogging. These routes include hard runs with significant elevation changes for more intense workouts, as well as moderate runs through scenic areas. For specific jogging routes, refer to Running Trails around Temple Guiting.

