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Cirencester Group

We are the Cirencester Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking

Overview

The route takes a bridleway past the golf course and Thorndale to Withington village. From there it heads towards Shipton Oliffe via the point to point course and a return route to Andoversford. Moderate with gentle climbs. A couple of stiles. Easy walking and good views on a clear day.

2 refreshment stops. 
 

Sunday, 1 March 2026
Meeting time:
9:15 am
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
10.5km / 6.5mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

The Group encourages car sharing from the Meeting Point. If you wish to go to the start point instead of joining the walk at the Meeting Point, please contact the Walk Leader who will tell you the Start Point and Time.  Travel donation £3.  

 

Features

  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available

Meeting point

Grid reference:
SP 02445 01481
Nearest postcode:
GL7 1PX
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Meeting time:
9:15 am

The Council Offices Car Park, Trinity Road, Cirencester Grid Reference SP0244501480

Starting point

Grid reference:
SP 02361 19795
Nearest postcode:
GL54 4LA
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Start time:
10:00 am

Park on Station Road, Andoversford and meet at the industrial estate end. GL54 4LA/HP GR map163 – 025196 
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Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking