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Gloucester Group

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

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

A historic wander around the main basin and Victoria Dock before setting off along the canal to Severn Farm. We return to Gloucester on the River Severn and Hempstead footpaths. 

Sunday, 8 February 2026
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12.1km / 7.5mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Please bring refreshments for coffee break and a picnic lunch 

Starting point

Grid reference:
SO 82475 18358
Nearest postcode:
GL2 5HQ
what3words:
quit.arena.valley
Start time:
10:00 am

Start at Castlemeads car park, Gloucester.

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