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View of the Cotswolds Hills – Dowdeswell Reservoir loop from Charlton Kings

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View of the Cotswolds Hills – Dowdeswell Reservoir loop from Charlton Kings

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View of the Cotswolds Hills – Dowdeswell Reservoir loop from Charlton Kings

01:36

5.58km

130m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 17, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

Please check local regulations for:

The Cotswolds National Landscape

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.03 km

View of the Cotswolds Hills

Highlight • Viewpoint

Extremely muddy in the winter so be sure to wear the correct footwear if you choose to do this route at that time of year.

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2.70 km

Flowy Downhill Trail Near Graffiti Reservoir

Highlight • MTB Park

3.10 km

Dowdeswell Reservoir

Highlight • Structure

Dowdeswell Reservoir is a scenic stretch of water on the outskirts of Cheltenham. From the reservoir, you step straight into Dowdeswell Woods; a nature reserve that’s home to many species …

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3.65 km

Holland Cooper Store, The Cotswolds

Highlight • Structure

Extremely muddy during winter so be prepared for this

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3.69 km

Dunkertons Cider and Coffee Stop

Highlight • Cafe

Good place to get a coffee and sample so local cider next door. Also sells great bread for a post ride snack.

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5.58 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.35 km

1.09 km

1.07 km

1.05 km

910 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.19 km

1.41 km

1.35 km

611 m

Elevation

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Highest point (220 m)

Lowest point (90 m)

Weather

Thursday 9 July

33°C

17°C

0 %

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View of the Cotswolds Hills – Dowdeswell Reservoir loop from Charlton Kings

View of the Cotswolds Hills

Flowy Downhill Trail Near Graffiti Reservoir

Dowdeswell Reservoir

Holland Cooper Store, The Cotswolds

Dunkertons Cider and Coffee Stop

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