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Cecily Hill Barracks – Cirencester Park Main Entrance loop from Cirencester

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United Kingdom
England
South West England
Gloucestershire
Cotswold
Cirencester

Cecily Hill Barracks – Cirencester Park Main Entrance loop from Cirencester

Moderate

5

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Cecily Hill Barracks – Cirencester Park Main Entrance loop from Cirencester

02:56

11.2km

90m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 16, 2026

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Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 2.67 km for 1.39 km

Closed: • 5:00 PM-8:00 AM (otherwise open)

After 4.11 km for 3.75 km

Closed: • 5:00 PM-8:00 AM (otherwise open)

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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4.58 km

Sweethills Plantation

Forest

2

7.85 km

Cecily Hill Barracks

Highlight • Historical Site

Cecily Hill Barracks is a former military installation that dates back to the 19th century. The barracks once played an important role during WWII, however are today used as residential properties, still retaining their distinct features, though.

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3

7.86 km

Cirencester Park Main Entrance

Highlight • Rest Area

As per title, this entrance point either requires you to have a pass or pay £4. This is the only time I've been, so I genuinely don't know if this …

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4

8.18 km

The Tallest Yew Hedge in the World

Highlight • Natural Monument

This yew hedge planted in 1720 is 13.1m (43ft) high and surrounds the house belonging to Earl Bathurst.

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5

8.40 km

Monarch's Way at Cirencester Abbey Grounds

Highlight • Historical Site

The Monarch's Way is a well-known hiking / trail running route. Based on the route taken by King Charles II during the Civil War. This section is right by Cirencester …

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6

8.54 km

I'm an absolute SUCKER for old buildings like this! To think of all they've seen.
It's worth walking down this street. You get a weird sort of "narrowing" sensation, even though the road remains the same width!

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7

8.96 km

I didn't even spot this at first! I was busy looking at the pretty buildings!
This is on the corner of a path that leads down to a riverside walk & the open-air swimming pool.

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11.2 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.65 km

3.43 km

1.01 km

135 m

Surfaces

7.18 km

2.13 km

1.60 km

155 m

135 m

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Friday 10 July

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