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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 walk from Newent, south across farmland and up into Acorn woods, then north to Kilcot enjoying far reaching views and rolling hills. We see remnants of Newents coal mining industry past before making our return through Oxenhall and along the Hereford and Gloucester canal. Mainly on footpaths across farmland. One steep narrow section up and down which will need caution and sticks if you have them, as well as a few challenging stiles. 

Saturday 19 July 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12.9km / 8.0mi
Ascent:
176.8m / 580ft
Type:
circular

Please bring refreshments for coffee break and a picnic lunch. 

Starting point

Grid reference:
SO 72214 26012
Nearest postcode:
GL18 1AN
what3words:
mountains.silk.shimmered
Start time:
10:00 am

Park and meet in the main car park in Newent. Costs £4 for the day. Some free on road parking nearby.

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