Outdoor Activities in the Cotswolds
Walking is the headline act, but there’s more: cycling routes, water activities, and outdoorsy half-days that work brilliantly in summer and shoulder season.
Ideas to try
- Waterside day: Cotswold Water Park.
- Cycling: pick quieter lanes and plan a café stop halfway.
- Picnic + viewpoint: combine a short walk with a panorama.
Practical tips
- Book popular outdoor activities in advance on sunny weekends.
- Bring a layer—weather changes fast on open countryside.
Local tip
When you’ve picked your shortlist, check the map and cluster your day. The Cotswolds rewards slow travel — one area per day tends to feel better than racing around.
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