Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
SECTION 5
Wotton-under-Edge to Dursley
Distance
7 miles (11km)
Maps
Harvey's Cotswold Way 1:40,000
OS Landranger 162 Gloucester & Forest of
Dean Area 1:50,000
OS Explorer 167 Thornbury, Dursley & Yate 1:25,000
Accommodation
North Nibley and Dursley
Refreshments
North Nibley and Dursley
Although this may be another short stage, there are two major climbs to be made, the
first soon after setting out (leading onto Wotton Hill), and the second on the approach
to Dursley with the ascent of Stinchcombe Hill. Both high points give splendid views,
as does Nibley Knoll to the north-west of Wotton, where a memorial tower stands as a
reminder of the life and work of William Tyndale.
The route passes through Wotton-under-Edge, with the opportunity to study some
of its more interesting and attractive buildings, then begins the sharp climb onto Wot-
ton Hill, noted for its circular plantation of trees and striking views. Next, into woods
and alongside another Iron Age hill fort, then out to a meadowland on Nibley Knoll,
dominated by the Tyndale Monument, before dropping to the village of North Nibley
where the last battle in England between private retainer armies took place. A track
and two or three field paths make an open approach to Stinchcombe Hill. Last comes
the ascent of the scarp slope, followed by a tour round the upper plateau, then des-
cent among woods on the eastern side to the busy little town of Dursley.
Please see map,
Southbound, Section 9.
Going through the churchyard of St Mary the Virgin, pass the church on
your left, walk down an alleyway, then bear right into a second alleyway
called The Cloud. Out of this cross to Church Street and walk along it to
the end, bearing right into Long Street. Long Street becomes High Street,
at the end of which there's a minor crossroads. Go straight ahead into
Bradley Street which leads directly to the B4060 at grid ref: 753935.
JUBILEE PLANTATION
