Cold Aston is a region nestled within the Cotswolds National Landscape in Gloucestershire, England. Its landscape is characterized by rolling hills, river valleys, and the distinctive Jurassic limestone that defines the local architecture and dry stone walls. This area offers diverse terrain suitable for several sports like hiking, jogging, road cycling, touring cycling, and more, providing a tranquil setting for outdoor pursuits. The countryside features easily-accessible paths and open wolds, making it a destination for various activity levels.
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4.6
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4.8
(33)
113
hikers
8.24km
02:12
90m
90m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(202)
713
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(31)
178
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.4
(22)
89
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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18
runners
7.36km
00:49
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

43
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

19
runners
26.9km
02:57
390m
390m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.9
(17)
74
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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27
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.8
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13.5km
00:52
110m
110m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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17
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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2.0
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105
riders
68.0km
03:05
640m
640m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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30
riders
56.8km
02:50
670m
670m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

28
riders
21.1km
00:59
210m
210m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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57
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.9
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43
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
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14
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
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32.9km
02:25
470m
470m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
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4
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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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.

3
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40.8km
02:46
560m
560m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
riders
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Cold Aston offers a variety of outdoor activities including hiking, jogging, road cycling, touring cycling, mountain biking, and gravel biking. The region has 22 routes available, with an average rating of 4.54 stars from more than 30,000 visitors. These activities explore the rolling hills and river valleys of the Cotswolds National Landscape.
Cold Aston provides several hiking routes suitable for various fitness levels. Explorers can find detailed information and routes in guides such as Hiking around Cold Aston. For easier options, the guide Easy hikes around Cold Aston highlights suitable paths. The landscape features picturesque villages and river valleys.
Yes, Cold Aston is well-suited for road cycling, offering routes through rolling farmland and scenic villages. The guide Road Cycling Routes around Cold Aston provides specific options. A popular route is the "View from Bourton Hill – Bourton-on-the-Water loop," which is 20.3 miles (32.6 km) long.
Touring cyclists can explore routes that pass through historic villages and along river valleys. The guide Cycling around Cold Aston details several options. Routes like the "Lower Slaughter – River Windrush loop" offer an 8.4-mile (13.5 km) trail through picturesque villages.
Cold Aston and its surrounding area offer mountain biking opportunities. The guide MTB Trails around Cold Aston provides information on suitable routes. These trails allow riders to experience the diverse terrain of the Cotswolds National Landscape.
Cold Aston offers easily-accessible paths suitable for various fitness levels, including options for families. The landscape features gentle paths through picturesque villages and along river valleys. Specific family-friendly routes can be found within the general hiking guides for the area.
The landscape around Cold Aston is defined by its Jurassic limestone, which contributes to the honey-toned stone of local architecture and dry stone walls. The area features rolling hills, intimate river valleys, and open wolds. It is part of the Cotswolds National Landscape, known for its rich flora and fauna.
Cold Aston offers routes suitable for all fitness levels, ranging from easy to more challenging. Paths are easily accessible, with options for moderate and more difficult routes depending on desired elevation and duration. Guides like Easy hikes around Cold Aston specifically highlight less strenuous options.
Cold Aston is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 30,000 visitors having explored its routes. The 22 available routes have received an average rating of 4.54 out of 5 stars from over 5,000 ratings. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Komoot offers several guides for exploring Cold Aston. These include Hiking around Cold Aston, Running Trails around Cold Aston, and Road Cycling Routes around Cold Aston. Other guides cover touring cycling, mountain biking, and gravel biking.
Yes, gravel biking is an available activity in the Cold Aston area. The guide Gravel biking around Cold Aston provides specific routes and information for this sport. The varied terrain of the Cotswolds is suitable for gravel biking adventures.
Cold Aston is located near several iconic Cotswold villages. These include Bourton-on-the-Water, known as the 'Venice of the Cotswolds,' and the picturesque villages of Lower Slaughter and Upper Slaughter. Cold Aston itself features a historic Norman church, St. Andrew's, and a 17th-century Grade II listed pub, The Plough.

